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Cockroach exterminator

Roaches scattering when you turn on the light, droppings like pepper in cabinets, or egg cases behind the fridge. Call and we'll connect you with a local cockroach control company.

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Signs of cockroaches

  • Roaches running when lights come on, especially in the kitchen and bathroom.
  • Droppings like black pepper or coffee grounds in drawers and cabinets.
  • Brown egg cases behind appliances and under sinks.
  • A musty, oily smell in heavy infestations.

What helps right now

  1. Clean up crumbs and grease; take out trash every night.
  2. Fix dripping faucets; roaches need water.
  3. Don't use bug bombs; they spread roaches into walls.

German or American?

Small tan roaches indoors are usually German cockroaches, which multiply fast and need a professional plan. Large reddish-brown ones often come in from drains or outdoors.

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Cockroach on a white surface
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House mouse on a concrete floor
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Macro close-up of a bed bug

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How it works

  1. 1

    Call (855) 424-9709

    Tell us what pest you're seeing, where, and your ZIP code. It takes about a minute.

  2. 2

    Talk to a local pest pro

    We connect your call to an independent pest control company that serves your area.

  3. 3

    Get your home back

    They talk through the problem and when they can come. You decide how to go ahead.

FAQ

Cockroaches: common questions

How many treatments will it take?

German cockroaches usually need more than one visit. The pest control company will explain their plan.

Do you do the treatment yourselves?

No. EmergencyExterminators is a referral service. The pest control company you speak with does the work and agrees the details with you directly.

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