Common Brampton Roaches

Roaches are nasty little critters that can spread germs, contaminate food, cause allergies, and contribute to asthma. There are over 3,500 different species of roaches in the world, but thankfully, in Brampton there are only 4 main pest species that we must deal with.  Understanding the different species and what they look like can help you identify and get rid of the problem quickly.

​German Cockroaches

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The German cockroach is the most common roach found in homes, apartments, restaurants, and other businesses. They are a small species (13 - 16 mm long) that are usually light brown or tan in color. One of the easiest ways to identify German cockroaches is by the 2 dark, horizontal stripes located behind the head. German roaches have wings, but they prefer just to run very fast. 

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