Cockroaches
American cockroaches: identification & american cockroach control
Also known as: palmetto bugs, water bugs, sewer roaches
American cockroaches breed in sewers, drains and crawl spaces then move indoors through plumbing and door gaps. We treat harborage areas, service drain lines and seal the entries that let them wander in.
How to identify american cockroaches
- What it looks like
- Large reddish-brown roaches with a yellow figure-8 pattern behind the head; they can fly short distances.
- Size
- 1.5 to 2 inches
- Where you'll find it
- Sewers, floor drains, crawl spaces, basements, mulch and tree holes.
- Commonly confused with
- Oriental cockroaches are darker, shinier and cannot fly.
Signs of american cockroaches in your home
- Large roaches in bathrooms at night
- Droppings the size of mouse droppings with ridged sides
- Musty smell in basements
American cockroaches questions homeowners ask
Are palmetto bugs and cockroaches the same thing?
Yes — palmetto bug is a regional nickname for the American cockroach.
Why do big roaches come up my drain?
Dry P-traps and sewer line gaps let them travel from municipal lines into the home.
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