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Fast, family-safe solutions for German, American & Australian cockroaches with prevention advice and warranties.

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Cockroaches are the most common pests in every house. They not only contaminate food but also spread harmful bacteria in your home. The experts of Auzzie pest control eliminate cockroaches from your home and help prevent future infestations as well.Cockroach pest control is essential in Brisbane due to the rise in German cockroach infestations in homes, restaurants, and commercial properties.There are lots of species of cockroaches available, but our experts in Auzzie pest control know how to deal with them with their best solutions. If you are experiencing any issues related to pests or looking for cockroach treatment at home, then you should contact our friendly team. We, at Auzzie Pest control, will surely help you. No one likes to share their space with 4 leg insects. This insect has a flat body and long antennae. Their heads are very small, and they are so ugly. We need to get rid of this before it causes any property or health issues.If you’re searching for roach pest control near me, our Brisbane team is fully equipped to handle even the most stubborn infestations.

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Common Cockroach Species Found in Brisbane homes

Whether you are facing an German Cockroach (Blatella germanica) , Australian Cockroach (Periplaneta australasiae) , American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) Brownbanded Cockroach (Supella longipalpa) , Smokybrown Cockroach (Periplaneta fuliginosa. Our pest control team provides rapid, safe solutions for your peace of mind.These species are responsible for contaminating your food. They can easily transmit diseases when they are in your home, office, or restaurant. So, it is very important to control them if you don’t want to get sick. Book cockroach control Brisbane to get rid of them.

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Common Cockroaches in Australia

Identification, habitat, behaviour, and signs of infestation.

German Cockroach (Blattella germanica)

  • Identification: Light brown/tan with two dark stripes on the pronotum.
  • Size: 12–15 mm.
  • Colour: Light brown to tan.
  • Habitat: Warm, humid indoor environments.
  • Behaviour: Rapid breeders; thousands of offspring per year.

German cockroach
Droppings like black coffee grounds; strong oily/musty odour; light brown egg cases in crevices.

American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)

  • Identification: Reddish-brown with yellowish margin on pronotum.
  • Size: 35–40 mm (one of the largest).
  • Habitat: Damp, dark, warm areas.
  • Behaviour: Nocturnal; avoids light.

American cockroach
Egg capsules ~8 mm, dark reddish-brown; droppings resemble mouse droppings but with ridges.

Oriental Cockroach (Blatta orientalis)

  • Identification: 20–25 mm; shiny dark brown to black; males winged (don’t fly), females with small wing pads.
  • Colour: Dark brown/black and shiny.
  • Habitat: Cooler, damp areas—drains, basements, under sinks.
  • Behaviour: Slower moving; reproduces very slowly.

Oriental cockroach
Egg cases & droppings in damp places; musty odour; frequent in laundries and garden beds.

Smoky Brown Cockroach (Periplaneta fuliginosa)

  • Identification: 30–35 mm; uniformly dark brown to mahogany; shiny; fully winged.
  • Habitat: Outdoor, humid areas—gardens, mulch, under bark.
  • Behaviour: Mostly nocturnal; can fly into homes; infest gutters, garages, roof voids.

Smoky brown cockroach
Droppings & egg cases often outdoors or near lights; activity mainly at night.

Brown-Banded Cockroach (Supella longipalpa)

  • Identification: 10–14 mm; two pale bands across wings and abdomen; smaller, less common than German.
  • Habitat: Warm, dry areas.
  • Behaviour: Excellent climbers and hiders.

Brown-banded cockroach
Common in kitchens/bathrooms; eggs laid in hidden elevated spots like furniture undersides and ceilings.
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Our Auzzle pest control experts first inspect your property, area, and look for cockroach infestation in all possible areas of your property to identify the extent of the problem.

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Cockroach Treatment

In the Cockroach treatment, we provide different types of treatment according to the problems. We use the best, effective and eco-friendly yet powerful gel and baits to treat the cockroach infestation. Our sprays are effective for long term treatments

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Cockroach Disinfection

When it comes to disinfection after the whole process, we sanitize your area completely. We want your area to be free from all kinds of pests and ensure a clean, healthy environment after our treatment

How To Prepare For Your Cockroach Treatment

Dealing with a cockroach infestation can be stressful and unsettling, but professional treatment offers an effective solution. Here is the guide in which you will get to know how to prepare for your cockroach treatment to maximize its effectiveness and minimize disruptions to your daily life.

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Some interesting facts about cockroaches

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Cockroaches Spread Diseases

Cockroaches carry various types of diseases. They can easily contaminate food and surfaces in your home. They are the reason for food poisoning and other allergies as well.

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Cockroaches Are Nocturnal

Cockroaches hide during the day and come out at night. If you spot one or more cockroaches during the day, this means the cockroach infestation is severe.

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They reproduce quickly

The female cockroaches produce a hundred offspring. This means immediate pest control is required to prevent a population explosion.

Some interesting facts about cockroaches
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Cockroaches are highly resilient.

They can easily survive without food for months. So it is very important to eliminate them from your home. For full removal, Choose only pest control Brisbane.

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Cockroach eggs cases are hard to destroy

Cockroach egg cases, known as oothecae, can hold 30 to 40 egg, depends upon the species. They are very difficult to eliminate.

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Ants' lives under floor & Behind walls

Noise and hollow sounds can indicate their presence otherwise it is quite difficult to find them. They live behind the walls most of the time

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Answers to common pest control questions in Moores Pocket.

    Some of the common types of cockroaches in Australia are: German Cockroach – Small and fast breeders, often found in kitchens. American Cockroach – Large and reddish-brown. These types of cockroaches prefer warm and moist areas. Australian Cockroach – Similar to the American but with yellow markings. Smoky Brown Cockroach – Found in roof voids and garden areas.

    Cockroaches are attracted to food, moisture, and shelter. Some of the Common causes are poorly sealed food containers, Dirty dishes, left food crumbs, leaky pipes, and damp areas.

    Some of the common signs of cockroach infestation are seeing live or dead cockroaches, Cockroach droppings, egg casings (oothecae) and musty odors in infested areas. If you are experiencing these signs, then this is the time to consult with the professionals of Auzzie pest control.

    You should contact cockroach control Brisbane when you see cockroaches during the day, diy methods aren't working, and you are concerned about health risks and property damage.

    We use various methods and treatments to get rid of the cockroaches, such as Gel baits Residual sprays Dusting in cracks and crevices Growth regulators to disrupt reproduction Sanitation advice and sealing entry points

    We have experience in eliminating every type of cockroach. But German, American, and Australian cockroaches are common in both residential and commercial environments.

    Yes, we use eco-friendly products and low-toxicity treatments that are safe when used correctly. We have experts in our company who take extra precautions while applying sprays and insecticides.

    Yes, the team at Auzzie Pest Control is fully licensed and insured.

    Yes, we provide commercial pest control services and residential pest control services to the people of Australia.

    For cockroach pest control, you need to book pest control services quarterly for high-risk areas, otherwise annually for general maintenance.
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