Cockroaches Extermination in Winnipeg

Cockroaches

Cockroaches are mostly tropical insects. Those that are found in colder climates, such as Winnipeg, are those that enter homes and buildings to escape colder weather. Cockroaches can become a serious pest. Fortunately, cockroaches do not cause structural damage. Cockroaches are considered to be a health risk by spreading bacteria and contaminating food, potentially causing illness. Cockroach feces, saliva, bodies and casts can also trigger allergic responses and / or worsen underlying respiratory conditions in susceptible individuals.

• There are about 4000 different species of cockroaches; three main species of cockroaches in Winnipeg are the American and German and Oriental cockroach
• Cockroaches are mainly nocturnal spending approximately 75% of their time resting
• Female German cockroaches lay approximately 35-40 eggs at a time and are capable of producing 300-400 eggs in a lifetime
• German cockroaches can become a breeding adult in approximately 120 days
• Cockroaches can live up to a month without food but can only survive a week without water
• A cockroach can hold their breath for more than 30 minutes and can survive being submerged under water for half an hour
• Cockroaches can run approximately 3 miles an hour and can quickly spread germs and bacteria throughout a home quickly

American Cockroach

The American cockroach is large, 38 to 50 mm in length. It is reddish brown in colour with yellowish edges and markings behind the head. The front wings have a yellowish stripe along the front edge.

German Cockroach

The German cockroach is small, 12 to 16 millimeters in length and is pale to dark brown in colour and has two dark brown stripes behind the head. Immature cockroaches have stripes running the full length of its body. The German cockroach leaves an offensive odor wherever it has walked.

Oriental Cockroach

The Oriental cockroach is a medium to large-sized cockroach, 25 to 35 millimeters in length. It is black to very dark reddish brown in colour. The adult male has very short wings while the female has only wing stubs.

The life cycle of a cockroach

Adult female cockroaches may live a year or more when conditions are good. The female lays 12 to 25 eggs in rectangular cases. The female often carries the case before attaching it to an object in a sheltered location. It can take two to three months before the eggs hatch. It can take four months to one year for a cockroach to be fully grown.

What do cockroaches eat?

Cockroaches are scavengers and feed on virtually anything and enjoy a wide range of items including human food, fabric, glue, leather, paper, and common pantry items.

Where are cockroaches found?

Cockroaches prefer warm moist areas in close proximity to food and water sources. Bathrooms, kitchens and rooms containing sewer pipes or plumbing make an ideal habitat for cockroaches. You can often find cockroaches in drawers, cupboards, under sinks, in and around stoves with a favorite spot being in a refrigerators motor area. Cockroaches are mainly nocturnal, hiding during the day and being active at night. Cockroaches scurry away quickly when exposed.

Cockroach Extermination

We offer several cockroach treatments to fit your budget.
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