Cockroaches: types, identification & control
Cockroach species differ in size, color and where they hide, and that changes the treatment completely. German roaches are small, tan and breed indoors in kitchens; American roaches are large, reddish brown and come up from drains and sewers; Oriental roaches are glossy black and live in damp basements; brown-banded roaches hide high in warm rooms. Identify yours below, then see the baiting and exclusion plan for that species.
The 5 types of cockroaches we treat
Cockroaches
German and American roach knockdown plus long-term prevention.
Size: 1/2 to 2 inches depending on species
German cockroaches
Small tan kitchen roaches with two dark stripes.
Size: 1/2 to 5/8 inch
American cockroaches
Large reddish-brown roaches from drains, sewers and crawl spaces.
Size: 1.5 to 2 inches
Oriental cockroaches
Shiny near-black roaches in damp basements and crawl spaces.
Size: 1 to 1.25 inches
Brown-banded cockroaches
Small roaches with light bands that hide in furniture and electronics.
Size: 1/2 inch