Cockroach extermination in Montréal
Cockroaches contaminate food, aggravate asthma and multiply at astonishing speed, especially in apartment buildings. Bug bombs solve nothing: it takes targeted professional treatment and follow-up.
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Signs of cockroaches
- Fast brown insects in the kitchen or bathroom, mostly at night
- Droppings that look like ground coffee near appliances
- Egg cases (oothecae) in crevices and under sinks
- A greasy, musty odour in infested areas
The cockroach problem in Montréal
The German cockroach dominates Montréal housing: it hides in cracks, moves between units through plumbing chases and resists retail products. Our treatment combines professional gel baits, insect growth regulators and targeted applications, plus sanitation guidance to cut off their food sources.
Which cockroach is it?
Almost every indoor infestation in Montréal apartments is the German cockroach: light brown, about the length of a fingernail, with two dark stripes behind the head. It lives in kitchens and bathrooms, near warmth, water and food, and a single female produces dozens of young at a time.
Larger, darker cockroaches found in basements or near floor drains are usually the Oriental or the American cockroach. They are less common indoors and are treated differently, which is why the technician identifies the species before choosing the products.
Cockroaches in apartment buildings
In plexes and apartment buildings, cockroaches move between units through plumbing chases, shared walls and gaps around pipes. Treating one unit while the neighbours stay infested gives a short break, then they come back. When we see signs of a building-wide problem, we document it and help you involve the landlord or the property manager so the affected units can be treated together.
How to prepare for the treatment
A few simple steps make the gel bait work faster:
- Store food in sealed containers and do not leave dishes or pet food out overnight.
- Fix dripping taps and wipe up standing water: cockroaches need water more than food.
- Reduce clutter under the sink and on the counters, especially cardboard boxes.
- After the treatment, avoid spraying cleaners or insecticides on the bait spots so the colony keeps eating it.
How we work
1. Inspection and diagnosis
A technician examines your home or business, identifies the species, the entry points and the extent of the problem, then walks you through what they found.
2. Targeted treatment
Professional-grade gel baits at strategic points, growth regulators to break the breeding cycle, and targeted applications in harbourages. In multi-unit buildings we advise on coordinating with neighbouring units.
3. Prevention and follow-up
We seal what can be sealed, give you practical advice to prevent a comeback, and return if needed. If pests come back, so do we.
FAQ
Why don't bug bombs work?
They scatter cockroaches into other rooms or units without reaching the nests. Gel bait is carried back to the colony and eliminates it at the source.
I live in an apartment: can they come back?
If neighbouring units are infested, yes. That is why we document the situation and help you involve the landlord when needed.
Is the treatment safe for children and pets?
Yes. Gel bait goes in inaccessible spots (crevices, under appliances) and the technician gives you clear after-visit instructions.
How fast will I see results?
Most clients notice a sharp drop in activity within days. The gel bait keeps working on the colony for weeks, and we come back if needed.
Do you treat restaurants and businesses?
Yes, including restaurants, offices and multi-unit buildings, with adapted protocols and discreet service.
Will I see more cockroaches right after the treatment?
Sometimes, for a few days. The bait makes them come out of hiding before the colony collapses. It is a sign the treatment is working.
Do you offer ongoing service for restaurants?
Yes. Restaurants and food businesses can set up a regular service with documented visits. Call 514-531-6074 to set it up.
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