No roach is a good roach, as they all have similar diets and preferences that are some of the most vile of the pest world. They also live in massive groups that try to stay hidden in the darkest corners as much as possible, while the adults provide for the young roaches that take just a few months to develop. Any roach infestation demands the attention of professional pest control, but it is still important to recognize the key differences between certain species. There are three species that we see most often in Chesterfield homes.

The German cockroach is regarded as the most common Missouri roach, which makes sense considering the fact that they are the fastest-reproducing roaches in the country. These roaches are about 1/2 of an inch long and have two dark stripes contrasted with the light brown of their shells. They love moisture and warmth, so German cockroaches can be found in any humid area of the home, such as in the bathroom or kitchen.

American cockroaches are also quite common, and they can be found crawling around instead of using their wings. They are reddish-brown, have a yellow band on their neck, and are about 1 1/2 inches long. They prefer dark and moist places, just like any other roach, and can travel far from their place of origin. American roaches are usually found in trash cans, sewers, basements, and drains. 

Oriental cockroaches are darker than the previous roaches, and they also move much slower. They are about an inch long and have tiny wings that are pretty ineffective. These roaches love anyplace that is dark and cool, especially when the outside temperature is warmer. Their favorite places include crawlspaces, drains, leaf litter, and basements. Oriental roaches are also one of the filthiest roach species because they gather even more bacteria than other roaches.

No matter what roach species is causing you trouble, Pointe Pest Control is here to help. We will leave no roach untreated by the end of our service, and we guarantee that our efficient treatments will keep your home roach-free. Contact us to learn more about our thorough roach services and why Pointe is the best choice for Chesterfield roach control!