Many homes in Chermside have a roof void that is warm, dark and seldom disturbed. American cockroaches love these spaces. They shelter along the wall plates, around downlights and near exhaust fans, then drop into kitchens and bathrooms through gaps in the ceiling and cornices.
If you see large cockroaches coming from light fittings, exhaust fans or above the cupboards, the roof is a likely source. The crew we book will reach the roof space through the manhole and apply an insect dust into the areas where cockroaches harbour. Dust spreads into small gaps and stays in place in dry spaces, which is why it suits roof voids so well.
A roof void treatment usually includes:
- A look through the manhole for droppings and activity
- Dust applied along wall plates, eaves and around fittings
- Treatment of wall cavities where there is access
- Attention to the areas above the kitchen, bathroom and laundry
Roof void treatment is often combined with an outdoor perimeter spray and some gel bait inside, so the cockroaches are dealt with in the roof, at the walls and in the rooms where you see them. For the visit, make sure the manhole is easy to reach and clear any stored boxes from underneath it. The crew will need a few minutes of clear access, and they will tell you if any rooms need to be kept closed for a while. Older timber homes with large roof spaces may take a little longer. Call 07 3543 7772 to get upfront pricing for roof void treatment in Chermside and book a local crew.
