How To Tell If You Need Us for Your Roach Issues

Finding a cockroach in your home can be alarming, and the instinct is often to grab a store-bought spray or trap. While DIY methods may eliminate the few you see, they rarely address a full-blown infestation. Roaches are experts at hiding in wall voids, behind appliances, and inside pipe chases, making it nearly impossible for over-the-counter treatments to reach the colony.

To effectively stop an infestation and prevent it from returning, it’s important to recognize the signs that your roach problem requires professional attention:

• Daytime Sightings: Roaches are nocturnal. Seeing them during the day often means the colony is overcrowded and hiding spots are full—a strong indicator of a severe infestation.

• Musty, Pervasive Odor: Large infestations produce a distinct, oily, foul smell from secretions and feces. This odor usually signals the population is widespread.

• Fecal and Smear Marks: Droppings that resemble ground pepper or coffee grounds, especially along baseboards, behind appliances, or inside cabinets, indicate active roach trails. Irregular dark smears on walls or pipes are another warning sign.

• Egg Casings (Oothecae): Small, brown, pill-shaped capsules are proof that the colony is actively reproducing. Each casing can contain dozens of nymphs, meaning the population is set to grow quickly.

• Failed DIY Attempts: If store-bought sprays or traps haven’t stopped activity, the nest is likely too deep or protected. Professional roach exterminators use industrial-grade products and strategic baiting systems to target the source of the infestation effectively.

If you notice any of these signs in your home, it’s time to call Precision Pest & Wildlife. Our experts provide advanced roach control solutions designed to fully eradicate infestations and keep your home in Evansville, Newburgh, and surrounding areas protected from future roach problems.