Advice
What Attracts Cockroaches Into a Home or Kitchen
Cockroaches look for warmth, moisture, food and dark hiding places, so understanding what draws them in is the first step to keeping them out of your kitchen.
Read the guide →Cockroaches hide during the day and come out at night, so the first sign is often a quick glimpse in the dark or a handful of droppings. Describe what you have found, and we will arrange a visit, inspect and explain the options in plain language.
An older high street and newer housing
Crediton has an older high street, with shops, cafes and flats above, and newer housing on the edges. Along the high street, buildings often share walls, roof spaces and drains, and kitchens can be tucked into awkward corners with limited ventilation. These are warm, sheltered places that cockroaches find attractive.
In newer Crediton homes the weak points are different: gaps around pipework, space behind fitted units and warm utility cupboards. Wherever you are, the pattern is similar. Insects need warmth, moisture and food, and they find a way to link them together. Our job is to follow that trail and break it, rather than treating the whole house blindly.
What we check and what we treat
In Crediton the technician will look under the sink, behind the cooker and fridge, around the washing machine, near floor drains and in any bin store. We are looking for droppings like coffee grounds, egg cases, shed skins and that stale musty smell. A torch and monitoring traps help us build a clear picture of where activity is focused.
Treatment goes where the insects shelter, and we explain how to prepare and what to avoid afterwards. A second visit lets us see whether numbers are falling. We also talk through cleaning, repairing leaks and sealing small gaps. Because cockroaches can spread germs onto food surfaces, we advise on which areas to wash down once the treatment has had time to work.
Working in Crediton and beyond
We cover Crediton and the EX17 postcode, and we also work in Exeter and Cullompton if you are just outside the town. Landlords and managing agents are welcome to book on behalf of tenants. Ring the number on this page and tell us what you have seen. We will arrange a visit and agree the plan and price before any work begins.
Frequently asked questions
I live above a shop in Crediton. Should I tell the business downstairs?
It is sensible to. Shared walls, pipes and drains let insects move between units, and the problem may not be confined to your flat. We can explain what we find so the conversation with your neighbour or landlord is simple.
What should I do with food while waiting for the visit?
Keep it in sealed containers or the fridge, put pet food away at night and take rubbish out daily. Do not spray anything. This reduces what cockroaches can feed on and leaves the picture clear for the technician to read.
How can I tell cockroach droppings from mouse droppings?
Cockroach droppings are tiny and look like ground pepper or coffee grounds, while mouse droppings are larger and pointed at the ends. If you are not sure, send us a description or photo and we will tell you what we think before visiting.