Residential & Commercial · Cockroach Control
A can of spray scatters them for an evening and leaves the Colony untouched. We target where they're actually breeding - safe for kids and pets, with a noticeable drop in activity within the first week.
Why the supermarket spray isn't working
German cockroaches, the most common indoor species in Gauteng homes, shelter in tight, warm, moist gaps - behind fridges and stoves, inside cabinet hinges, under dishwashers - and a single female can be responsible for hundreds of offspring in a matter of months. Contact sprays kill those insects out foraging but do nothing for the egg cases and juveniles tucked away in the Colony, so the population rebuilds within weeks, sometimes days. Our approach combines targeted gel baiting at activity points with an insect growth regulator that breaks the breeding cycle, so the colony stops replacing itself instead of just thinning out temporarily.
Worth checking for
Cockroaches release pheromones that build into a distinct musty odour in confined spaces like cabinets and pantries when a population is established.
Small black or brown specks resembling ground coffee or pepper along skirtings and cabinet edges are a strong sign of regular activity nearby.
Small brown capsule-shaped egg cases tucked behind appliances or in drawer corners mean breeding is already underway, not just occasional visits.
Roaches are naturally nocturnal, so spotting them moving around during the day often means the Colony is overcrowded and they're being pushed out to forage.
How we treat it
We check likely activity - behind appliances, under sinks, cabinet voids and roof spaces - and identify the species, since German and American cockroaches respond differently to treatment.
Baits are placed directly into cracks, hinges and voids where roaches shelter, formulated to be carried back and shared through the population.
An insect growth regulator is applied to disrupt breeding, so juveniles can't mature and the population can't replace itself.
You get a clear report on what we found, what was used, and simple habits - sealing entry points, managing moisture - that keep roaches from returning.
Good to know
Yes - gel baits are placed in cracks and voids out of reach rather than sprayed openly, so treatment is safe for occupied homes with children and pets. The spray that we use is also safe for humans and pets once dry.
Most households notice a sharp drop in visible activity within the first week. Because egg cases hatch on a delay, full resolution typically takes 2–4 weeks as later generations pick up the bait.
Often yes for an isolated indoor infestation. For recurring activity - common in complexes, older buildings, or homes near shared refuse areas - our quarterly maintenance plan keeps populations from re-establishing.
A light tidy of cupboards and under-sink areas helps us access points of activity, but there's no need for a deep clean - and please don't spray your own insecticide beforehand, as it can make roaches avoid our bait.
While you're at it
Dealing with more than one pest at once is common - ask about a combined visit.
Where we operate
Our strongest cockroach-control routes run through Pretoria, Pretoria East and Centurion. We also serve apartments, homes and businesses in Sandton, Randburg, Kempton Park and wider Gauteng.
Message us on WhatsApp with a quick description of what you're seeing, or request a free quote and we'll get back to you within one business day.