Gel baiting is one of the most common ways to deal with cockroaches inside a home. It suits kitchens, bathrooms and laundries, and it is often the first choice for units and townhouses in Chermside where spraying indoors is not ideal. There is little smell and very little mess, and most people stay home during the visit. Gel bait also sits well alongside other treatments, such as a roof void or perimeter spray, when large cockroaches are coming in from outside.
The bait is a soft gel placed in tiny dots, about the size of a match head, into cracks, hinges, gaps behind appliances and other places cockroaches travel. Cockroaches eat the bait and return to their shelter, where the bait passes to others through droppings and contact. This means it reaches cockroaches that never come out while you are looking.
What a gel bait visit usually involves:
- A check of the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry for activity
- Bait dots placed out of reach of children and pets
- Attention to fridge motors, dishwashers and cupboard hinges
- Advice on what to clean and what to leave alone
For bait to work well, it needs to be the most attractive food around. So keep benches and floors clear of crumbs, wipe surfaces with warm soapy water rather than strong cleaners near the bait, store food in sealed tubs, and do not leave pet food out overnight. Avoid wiping the bait spots or spraying supermarket insect spray near them. Most homes see a clear drop in activity over one to three weeks. If the numbers are heavy, the crew may suggest a second visit, which we price upfront before it is booked. Call 07 3543 7772 to book cockroach gel baiting in Chermside with a nearby crew.
