Oriental cockroaches, often called "water bugs," favor cool, damp environments — basements, crawl spaces, drains, and around plumbing. They’re slower and shinier than German roaches and tend to enter from outside through drains and foundation gaps.
Because they’re tied to moisture, control combines treatment with addressing the damp conditions and entry points that draw them indoors.
How to identify
- Dark brown to black, glossy, about 1 inch
- Slower-moving than other roaches
- Associated with drains, sump pits, and damp areas
Signs of an infestation
- Roaches near floor drains and in basements
- A strong musty odor
- Activity around plumbing and crawl spaces
Risks & concerns
- Spread bacteria from drains and decay
- Contaminate stored items in basements
How we treat oriental cockroaches
We treat harborage and entry points thoroughly with professional products in addition to recommending needed moisture and drain corrections.
Oriental Cockroaches control
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