american cockroach

Characteristics: One of the largest species, growing up to 40mm, reddish-brown with a yellowish figure 8 pattern on the head.
Risks:
- Health Hazard: Can carry pathogens leading to food poisoning, diarrhea, and allergies.
- Property Damage: Tendency to feed on a variety of household materials.
Prevention Tips:
- Eliminate sources of standing water, including leaky pipes.
- Ventilate basements and crawl spaces to reduce humidity.
- Use weather stripping on doors and windows.
Cinque Ports Pest Control Approach:
- Comprehensive site evaluation to identify hot spots.
- Advanced extermination techniques tailored to the specific species.
- Recommendations for habitat modification to prevent reoccurrence.