Cockroach Control in Ottawa
German cockroaches spread fast in apartments, condos and kitchens. We choose gel bait or spray based on how much activity we find, then follow up to confirm it worked.
What's included
- Inspection of kitchen, bathrooms, appliances and plumbing gaps to find where roaches hide
- Gel bait and growth regulator for light activity, or targeted spray for heavier infestations
- Treatment of appliance areas, cabinet hinges, cracks and voids
- Preparation checklist sent before your visit
- Follow-up visit about two weeks later
- Six-month guarantee: free re-treatment if activity returns
Signs you need cockroach control
- Roaches running when you turn on a light
- Small dark droppings like ground pepper in cabinets
- Egg cases behind appliances or in hinges
- A musty, oily smell in heavy infestations
How our cockroach control works
- InspectWe find where roaches hide: behind the fridge and stove, under sinks, in cabinet hinges.
- ChooseGel for light activity, which stops roaches multiplying. Spray for heavier infestations.
- TreatGel goes in tiny dots where they feed so they carry it back to the colony. A targeted spray goes on cracks and hiding areas when there are many.
- Follow upWe return in about two weeks to check activity and top up the treatment.
Cockroach Control in Ottawa
Cockroaches in Ottawa homes are mostly German cockroaches, which live indoors year-round. They are most common in apartment and condo buildings, where they can move between units through plumbing and wall voids.
Prevention tips
- Don't leave dishes or pet food out overnight
- Fix dripping taps and leaks under sinks
- Keep cardboard boxes out of kitchens and storage
- Tell your landlord early in shared buildings
Questions about cockroach control
How much does cockroach treatment cost in Ottawa?
Cockroach treatment is a flat $299 plus HST for apartments, condos and houses, including a follow-up visit and our six-month guarantee.
Gel or spray?
Gel is for light activity: it breaks the breeding cycle at the source. Spray is for heavier infestations. Your technician recommends one after the inspection.
Do I need to leave my home?
Gel treatment usually needs no time out. After a spray treatment, keep people and pets out of treated areas until it has dried. Health Canada's minimum is two hours, and your technician confirms the time on the day.
Can you treat if my neighbours have roaches too?
We can treat your unit, but results are best when neighbouring units are treated too, because roaches move between units. Ask your landlord or condo board to arrange it.
How long does it take?
Most homes see a big drop in two to three weeks. Heavy infestations may need an extra follow-up.
Cockroach Control near you
We provide cockroach control across Ottawa. Popular areas for this service:
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