Cockroach treatment and advice

Cockroaches are tough insects and can breed quickly in your home or business.

As they are so resilient, only professional treatment and products are strong enough to kill cockroaches at every stage of their lifecycle.

Next steps

Book a professional treatment

Our affordable treatment promises a stress-free solution to your problem. We also offer a discount for those in receipt of a means-tested benefit or the free prescriptions element of universal credit.

You need to get rid of cockroaches as fast as possible because:

  • they can lead to illnesses such as food poisoning
  • they carry parasites such as tapeworm and roundworm
  • their droppings have been linked to eczema and asthma
  • they spread quickly to other rooms and neighbouring properties

Treatment

Expert officers – Our pest control team have over 20 years of experience providing high-quality pest control services in Colchester.

Convenient appointment times – Book a convenient day and morning or afternoon slot for us to carry out an initial investigation.

Targeted treatment – Our pest control officers use non-toxic products to target specific areas in your property where cockroaches hide.

Aftercare

Following treatment, we will make suggestions to help you keep your property pest-free.

All our work is guaranteed for a month after the last treatment.

What to do in the meantime

To reduce the spread of a cockroach infestation while you wait for your pest control appointment, focus on removing anything that helps cockroaches to thrive.

Clean your property thoroughly – As cockroaches can carry illnesses, it’s important to clean your property thoroughly and regularly both before and after the treatment.

Seal up cracks and holes – Even small cracks and holes in your cupboards, skirting boards, doors and walls can be entry points for cockroaches. Seal any gaps you can find and make it harder for them to spread.

Removing food sources – Empty your bins regularly and make sure all food is kept in containers that can be firmly closed.

Page last reviewed: 3 March 2025