Cockroach Extermination
Total Elimination, Guaranteed
Cockroaches hide deep, breed fast, and carry disease. We use commercial-grade gel bait and residual spray to wipe out the nest â not just the ones you see. Safe for your family and pets.
Cockroach Species in NZ
The German cockroach is the one to worry about â and the one we treat most.
The worst one. Small, light brown, breeds incredibly fast. Lives in kitchens â behind fridges, under sinks, inside appliances. Needs professional treatment.
Native NZ species, dark with distinctive stripes. Often comes inside in autumn. Less of an infestation risk but unwelcome in homes.
Large, reddish-brown. Prefers warm, damp areas â drains, subfloors, commercial kitchens. Common in food businesses.
Signs of a Cockroach Infestation
Cockroaches are nocturnal. Turn on a kitchen light at night and see them scatter? You have a problem.
Small dark droppings (like coffee grounds) and brown egg cases (oothecae) in cupboards and behind appliances.
A persistent oily, musty odour in infested areas. Stronger as the infestation grows.
Chewed packaging, smears on surfaces, or food that's been disturbed overnight.
Why Cockroaches Are a Health Risk
Cockroaches aren't just unpleasant â they carry bacteria like salmonella and E. coli onto your food and surfaces. Their droppings and shed skins trigger asthma and allergies, especially in children. And because they hide in cracks and breed fast, a small problem becomes a big one within weeks.
For businesses â especially food service â cockroaches are a compliance issue that can shut you down. If you see one cockroach during the day, you likely have a significant infestation. Act fast.
Cockroach Extermination Pricing
$190 â $340 for full property treatment
Follow-up available for heavy infestations. Commercial plans available. We beat any written quote.
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Cockroach Extermination FAQs
How do I get rid of cockroaches permanently?+
Cockroaches are one of the hardest pests to eliminate because they hide deep in cracks, breed fast, and their egg cases are resistant to many treatments. Professional gel bait combined with residual spray targets the nest, the adults, and the hiding spots. A single treatment often needs a follow-up for heavy German cockroach infestations.
Are cockroaches a health risk?+
Yes. Cockroaches carry bacteria including salmonella and E. coli, contaminate food and surfaces, and their droppings and shed skins can trigger asthma and allergies. In a commercial kitchen they're a serious compliance issue. Fast action matters.
Is cockroach treatment safe for food preparation areas?+
Yes. We use gel bait placed in cracks and crevices (not on food surfaces) and targeted residual spray. The products are safe for food prep areas when applied correctly. We'll advise on any cleaning needed before and after treatment.
I run a restaurant â can you help with compliance?+
Yes. We provide commercial cockroach treatment with documentation suitable for food safety and health inspections. Scheduled maintenance programs keep you compliant year-round. Call 020 451 5643 to discuss a commercial plan.
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See one during the day? Don't wait â cockroaches breed fast.
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