Cockroaches

- Small tan-brown roaches darting from under appliances at night - Dark fecal specks or pepper-like droppings in cabinets and drawers - Musty odor in heavy infestations or grease streaks along baseboards - Live roaches or shed skins in appliance voids and behind dishwashers

Gel bait placement in harborage areas, crack-and-crevice residual insecticide, insect growth regulator (IGR) to break reproduction cycle; sanitation counseling critical for long-term control. We apply targeted gel baits and crack‑and‑crevice residuals, use insect growth regulators to break reproduction, and pair treatments with sanitation coaching to get lasting control in local kitchens and rentals.

• Keep kitchen surfaces, floors, and appliances free of grease and food debris.
• Fix leaky pipes and eliminate water pooling under sinks.
• Seal gaps around plumbing penetrations, outlets, and cabinet backs.
• Inspect and discard corrugated cardboard boxes, which harbor egg cases.
• Do not leave pet food out overnight; store in sealed containers.
• Keep counters, floors, and appliances free of crumbs and grease
• Fix leaks and eliminate standing water under sinks and behind appliances
• Seal gaps around plumbing penetrations and appliance edges
• Discard corrugated boxes used for food storage and store pet food in sealed containers
• For rental hosts, maintain frequent deep‑cleaning schedules and prompt turnover inspections

Warm, humid indoor environments; congregates near heat and moisture sources — behind refrigerators, under stoves, inside dishwashers, and inside wall voids adjacent to plumbing.

German cockroaches are a year‑round indoor problem in Asheville, particularly in downtown apartments, River Arts District rentals, and older bungalows with high humidity kitchens. Food-service locations downtown see seasonal surges in summer.