identifying Roaches
DOMESTIC ROACHES
German Roaches
Requires GERMAN ROACH TREATMENT
These roaches infest homes and do not live outdoors. They are brought in from other infestations. Commonly found in the kitchen, bathrooms and areas where food can be found. An aggressive treatment plan is needed to get rid of them. As well as a plan to prevent re-infestation from other locations.
Brown Banded Roaches
Requires Brown-Banded ROACH TREATMENT
These roaches infest homes and do not live outdoors. They are brought in from other infestations. Commonly found in the kitchen, bathrooms and areas where food can be found. An aggressive treatment plan is needed to get rid of them. As well as a plan to prevent re-infestation from other locations.
WOOD ROACHES
American Roaches/
Palmetto Bugs
Controlled with GENERAL PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS
The American Roach is often referred to as a Palmetto Bug. These roaches typically live outdoors. Though they rarely infest homes they can be found in sewer systems, basements, and other dark, moist areas within buildings. Accordingly, if there are any moisture issues inside the structure they need to be corrected as soon as possible.
Smokey Brown Roaches
Controlled with GENERAL PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS
These roaches are commonly mistaken as American roaches. These roaches typically live outdoors in trees and decaying foliage. They require moisture so they can be found in areas of the home that have a moisture source. Though they do not typically infest homes they can be found in attics, and in areas with high moisture content. Accordingly, if there are any moisture issues inside the structure they need to be corrected as soon as possible.
Oriental Roaches
Controlled with GENERAL PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS
The Oriental Roach can be found in South Carolina most often living outdoors. Though they rarely infest homes they can be found in cool locations such as drains and leaky pipes within buildings. Accordingly, if there are any moisture issues inside the structure they need to be corrected as soon as possible.