Cockroaches

Brown-banded cockroaches: identification & brown-banded cockroach control

Unlike German roaches, brown-banded cockroaches spread throughout a home — inside picture frames, electronics, closets and furniture. Treatment targets those dry, warm harborages rather than just the kitchen.

American cockroach on a dark surface showing its antennae and shell

How to identify brown-banded cockroaches

What it looks like: Small brown roaches with two lighter bands across the wings and abdomen.
Size: 1/2 inch
Where you'll find it: Warm upper areas: ceilings, closets, electronics, behind picture frames and inside furniture.
Commonly confused with: German cockroaches have stripes behind the head instead of bands across the wings.

Signs of brown-banded cockroaches in your home

Egg cases glued to furniture undersides
Roaches in bedrooms and living rooms
Activity in appliances and TVs

Brown-banded cockroaches questions homeowners ask

Why are roaches in my bedroom and not the kitchen?

Brown-banded cockroaches prefer dry, warm areas away from water, which spreads them through the whole home.

Brown-banded cockroach control by city

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