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Avoid spraying in the same areas as gel bait as this deters cockroaches from feeding on the bait.\"},{\"@type\":\"HowToStep\",\"name\":\"Apply IGR for German cockroach infestations\",\"text\":\"For German cockroaches, apply an insect growth regulator (Hydroprene or Pyriproxyfen) alongside gel bait. 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Same-day service is available in most Brisbane suburbs when you call before midday. The treatment involves inspection, gel bait application, perimeter spray, and roof void or subfloor treatment where applicable. You can return to the property within 1-2 hours of treatment.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long does cockroach treatment last?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Professional cockroach treatment provides protection for 3-6 months under normal conditions. German cockroach treatment using gel bait and IGR may require a follow-up visit 4-6 weeks after the initial treatment to address any surviving juveniles. All treatments include a 90-day warranty: if cockroaches return within 90 days we retreat at no charge.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is cockroach treatment safe for kids and pets?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Children and pets should be out of the treatment area during application and for 1-2 hours afterwards until surfaces are dry. Once dry, modern pyrethroid products at residential concentrations present minimal risk. Gel bait is placed in concealed locations inaccessible to children and pets. We can use gel-bait-only treatment in homes with young babies or particularly sensitive pets on request.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between German and American cockroaches?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"German cockroaches (Blattella germanica) are 12-16mm, pale brown with two dark stripes, and live exclusively indoors near food sources. They breed faster and are harder to eliminate than other species. American cockroaches (Periplaneta americana) are 35-45mm, reddish-brown, and typically enter from outside via drains and subfloor. German cockroach infestations require specialist gel bait and IGR treatment. American cockroach infestations respond well to perimeter spray.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is seeing cockroaches during the day a sign of a serious infestation?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Cockroaches are nocturnal. Sighting cockroaches during daylight hours, particularly in quantity, indicates the harborage areas are overcrowded and cockroaches are being forced out during daylight to find food and space. This is a sign of a significant, established infestation that requires professional treatment rather than DIY products.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much does cockroach treatment cost in Brisbane?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Standard cockroach treatment in Brisbane costs $180 for a 1-2 bedroom unit, $220-$280 for a 3-4 bedroom house, and $280-$380 for a large house or property with roof void and subfloor treatment. German cockroach specialist treatment with multiple visits costs $220-$380. Commercial cockroach treatment starts from $320. All prices include a 90-day warranty.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I need to leave the house during cockroach treatment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You do not need to vacate the entire property. You should be out of the rooms being treated during application and stay out for 1-2 hours while surfaces dry. For gel bait-only treatments there is no restriction at all. The technician will advise exactly which areas to avoid and for how long.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What causes recurring cockroach infestations?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The most common causes of recurring infestations are: re-entry from neighbouring units in apartment buildings, incomplete treatment of hidden harborage sites, reinfestation from brought-in items (secondhand appliances, grocery boxes, deliveries), poor sanitation providing ongoing food and moisture sources, and insufficient gap-sealing around pipes and service penetrations.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I get a warranty on cockroach treatment?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. All cockroach treatments come with a 90-day warranty. If cockroaches return within 90 days of treatment, we return and re-treat at no charge. The warranty applies to the same property and is tied to the original treatment. Warranty re-treatments are the same full treatment, not a quick spray.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does cockroach spray smell?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Modern synthetic pyrethroid sprays have very low odour and are not detectable by smell once dry. During application there is a faint chemical smell that clears within 30-60 minutes with ventilation. Gel bait has no detectable odour at all.\"}}]}]}<\/script>\n\n<div class=\"rpc-crk\">\n<span class=\"da\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Cockroach control in Brisbane treats five species: German, American, Australian, Smoky Brown, and Oriental cockroaches. Treatment uses gel bait, spray, and dust completed in 1-2 hours. 90-day warranty. Child and pet safe. From $180 for a standard unit, $220-$320 for a house. Same-day service available.<\/span>\n\n<div style=\"background:var(--bg2);border-bottom:1px solid var(--border)\"><div class=\"wrap\"><nav class=\"bc\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/\">Home<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/\">Pests<\/a><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M9 18l6-6-6-6\"\/><\/svg><span style=\"color:var(--txt)\">Cockroaches<\/span><\/nav><\/div><\/div>\n\n<section class=\"hero\" aria-labelledby=\"crk-h1\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"hero-in\">\n    <div>\n      <span class=\"badge rv\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>90-Day Warranty &middot; Same-Day Available &middot; Child &amp; Pet Safe<\/span>\n      <h1 class=\"h1 rv d1\" id=\"crk-h1\">Cockroach Control &amp; Treatment <span class=\"g\">Brisbane<\/span><\/h1>\n      <p class=\"sub rv d2\">Five species treated: German, American, Australian, Smoky Brown, and Oriental cockroaches. Gel bait, spray, and dust treatments completed in 1-2 hours. 90-day warranty. Same-day service available. From $180.<\/p>\n      <div class=\"ctas rv d3\">\n        <a href=\"tel:0406178471\" class=\"btn btn-g\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M22 16.92v3a2 2 0 0 1-2.18 2 19.79 19.79 0 0 1-8.63-3.07A19.5 19.5 0 0 1 4.69 12a19.79 19.79 0 0 1-3.07-8.67A2 2 0 0 1 3.6 1.21h3a2 2 0 0 1 2 1.72 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 .7 2.81 2 2 0 0 1-.45 2.11L8.09 9.91a16 16 0 0 0 6 6l.87-.87a2 2 0 0 1 2.11-.45 12.84 12.84 0 0 0 2.81.7A2 2 0 0 1 22 16.92z\"\/><\/svg>Same Day: 0406&nbsp;178&nbsp;471<\/a>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/quote\/\" class=\"btn btn-gw\">Get a Quote <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M12 5l7 7-7 7\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"hero-snap rv d2\">\n      <div class=\"hs-hd\">At a Glance<\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Unit \/ apartment<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $180<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">House (3-4 bed)<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $220<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">German cockroach specialist<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">from $220<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Warranty<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">90 days<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"hs-row\"><span class=\"hs-lbl\">Treatment time<\/span><span class=\"hs-val\">1-2 hours<\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- BRISBANE CONTEXT -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"bris-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Brisbane Cockroach Context<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"bris-h\">Cockroaches in Brisbane: Why They Are Harder Here<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:700px;margin-top:8px\">Brisbane's subtropical climate makes it one of the highest-pressure cockroach environments in Australia. Warm, humid summers accelerate breeding cycles and keep populations active year-round. Standard treatment intervals that work in Melbourne or Sydney are often not long enough for Brisbane conditions.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"bris-strip rv\">\n      <div class=\"bris-hd\">Brisbane Cockroach Pressure Facts<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bris-txt\">German cockroaches in Brisbane can complete a full life cycle in as little as 40 days at summer temperatures. A single female can produce 200-300 offspring in her lifetime. German cockroach activity in Brisbane inner-city apartments and CBD restaurants is essentially year-round with no true dormant season.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"bris-facts\">\n        <div class=\"bf\"><div class=\"bf-val\">40 days<\/div><div class=\"bf-lbl\">German cockroach life cycle in Brisbane summer<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"bf\"><div class=\"bf-val\">300+<\/div><div class=\"bf-lbl\">Offspring from a single female German cockroach<\/div><\/div>\n        <div class=\"bf\"><div class=\"bf-val\">Year-round<\/div><div class=\"bf-lbl\">Active season in Brisbane (no winter dormancy)<\/div><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- SPECIES -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg2\" aria-labelledby=\"spec-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Brisbane Cockroach Species<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"spec-h\">Five Brisbane Cockroach Species<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Treatment approach differs by species. Identifying the species before treatment is the first step in any cockroach job. The treatment for German cockroaches is different to the treatment for American or Australian cockroaches.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"species-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sp rv d1\">\n        <div class=\"sp-hd\"><div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" rx=\"4\" ry=\"5.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><div class=\"sp-nm\">German Cockroach<\/div><div class=\"sp-sci\">Blattella germanica<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n        <p>Brisbane's most problematic cockroach species. Pale brown with two dark stripes running from the head to the base of the wings. 12-16mm long. Lives exclusively indoors near food and moisture. Most commonly found in kitchens, behind appliances, inside rangehoods, in bathroom vanities, and in apartment building voids.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sp-stats\"><span class=\"sp-stat hot\">Most common indoors<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat hot\">Hardest to eliminate<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat hot\">Fastest breeding<\/span><\/div>\n        <p class=\"body-sm\" style=\"margin-top:4px\">Requires specialist gel bait + IGR treatment. Standard spray alone is not sufficient. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/cockroaches\/german-cockroach\/\" style=\"color:var(--g)\">German cockroach page<\/a>.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sp rv d2\">\n        <div class=\"sp-hd\"><div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" rx=\"5\" ry=\"6\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><div class=\"sp-nm\">American Cockroach<\/div><div class=\"sp-sci\">Periplaneta americana<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n        <p>Brisbane's largest cockroach at 35-45mm. Reddish-brown with a yellow figure-eight pattern on the back of the head. Primarily outdoors, entering buildings through drains, subfloor voids, gaps under doors, and service penetrations. Often seen at night in kitchens and bathrooms. Strong flier when temperatures are high.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sp-stats\"><span class=\"sp-stat med\">Common<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat med\">Enters from outside<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat low\">Responds well to spray<\/span><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sp rv d3\">\n        <div class=\"sp-hd\"><div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" rx=\"4.5\" ry=\"5.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><div class=\"sp-nm\">Australian Cockroach<\/div><div class=\"sp-sci\">Periplaneta australasiae<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n        <p>Similar size to the American cockroach (35mm) but with distinctive yellow markings on the sides of the wing cases. Found outdoors in garden mulch, leaf litter, under bark, and in potted plants. Commonly enters homes via garden-adjacent walls, window frames, and through the subfloor. Less problematic than the German species.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sp-stats\"><span class=\"sp-stat med\">Common outdoors<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat low\">Garden entry<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat low\">Responds to perimeter spray<\/span><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"sp rv d4\">\n        <div class=\"sp-hd\"><div class=\"sp-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" rx=\"4\" ry=\"5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><div class=\"sp-nm\">Smoky Brown Cockroach<\/div><div class=\"sp-sci\">Periplaneta fuliginosa<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n        <p>30-35mm, uniformly dark mahogany-brown, no contrasting markings. Strong flier. Found in roof voids, wall cavities, tree hollows, and in moist garden areas around Brisbane homes. Enters through roof via branches overhanging the roofline and through subfloor vents. Very common in older Brisbane Queenslander homes.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"sp-stats\"><span class=\"sp-stat med\">Roof void entry<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat med\">Common in Queenslanders<\/span><span class=\"sp-stat low\">Responds to roof void dust<\/span><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- SIGNS OF INFESTATION -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"signs-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Signs of Infestation<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"signs-h\">Signs of a Cockroach Infestation<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Most cockroach infestations are well established before the first live cockroach is seen. Check for these signs if you suspect cockroaches but haven't seen them yet.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"signs-grid\">\n      <div class=\"sg rv d1\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Brown smear marks<\/h3><p>Dark brown smear marks at wall-floor junctions and behind appliances. A sign of German cockroach activity in enclosed, moist harborage areas.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d2\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M12 2c-1 3-4 4-4 8a4 4 0 0 0 8 0c0-4-3-5-4-8z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Musty odour<\/h3><p>A persistent, oily or musty smell from kitchen cupboards, under the sink, or behind the fridge. The pheromone smell of an active German cockroach population is distinctive and worsens with population size.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d3\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"2\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Droppings<\/h3><p>Small, dark pepper-like droppings in cupboard bases, drawer joints, and behind appliances. German cockroach droppings are 1-2mm and cylindrical. Larger species leave larger droppings.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d1\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><ellipse cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" rx=\"8\" ry=\"5\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Egg cases (oothecae)<\/h3><p>Dark brown, purse-shaped egg cases 5-10mm long found in hidden locations. A single German cockroach ootheca contains 30-40 eggs. Finding multiple cases indicates an established breeding colony.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d2\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M3 9l9-7 9 7v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Shed skins<\/h3><p>Translucent brown cast skins from cockroaches moulting as they grow. Found in the same harborage areas as droppings. The more skins present, the larger the population.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"sg rv d3\"><div class=\"sg-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><polyline points=\"12 6 12 12 16 14\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Daytime sightings<\/h3><p>Seeing cockroaches during daylight hours is a sign of significant infestation. Cockroaches are nocturnal and only emerge during the day when harborage areas are overcrowded. Daytime sightings warrant same-day treatment.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- HEALTH RISKS -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg3\" aria-labelledby=\"health-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Health Risks<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"health-h\">Health Risks from Cockroach Infestations<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Cockroaches are not just a nuisance. They are a significant health risk in homes and food-handling facilities. The Queensland Food Act and Work Health and Safety regulations treat cockroach infestations in food businesses as a serious compliance issue.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"risk-layout\">\n      <div class=\"rk rv d1\"><div class=\"rk-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Food Contamination<\/h3><p>Cockroaches carry Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria on their bodies and in their faecal matter. They contaminate food, food preparation surfaces, and stored food directly. German cockroaches in kitchens are the most common cause of food contamination by pest in Brisbane restaurants.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"rk rv d2\"><div class=\"rk-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M12 2c4 4 8 5 8 10a8 8 0 0 1-16 0c0-5 4-6 8-10z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Allergen and Asthma Trigger<\/h3><p>Cockroach shed skin, faecal matter, and body parts are a significant allergen source. In urban households, cockroach allergen is a leading trigger for asthma, particularly in children. Brisbane inner-city apartment buildings with German cockroach populations are associated with higher childhood asthma rates.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"rk rv d3\"><div class=\"rk-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M3 9l9-7 9 7v11a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Commercial Compliance Risk<\/h3><p>A cockroach sighting during a food safety audit or council inspection is a Category A food safety issue under the Queensland Food Act. It can result in immediate closure orders, prosecution, and significant reputational damage. Regular pest control with documented service reports is the required response.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"rk rv d4\"><div class=\"rk-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M22 12h-4l-3 9L9 3l-3 9H2\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div><h3>Disease Transmission<\/h3><p>Cockroaches mechanically transmit pathogens picked up in drains, sewers, and refuse areas onto food contact surfaces. They are associated with the spread of gastroenteritis, typhoid fever, and dysentery in conditions of heavy infestation.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- TREATMENT PROCESS -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"proc-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Treatment Process<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"proc-h\">Cockroach Treatment Process<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Every cockroach job follows the same four-stage process. For German cockroach infestations a follow-up visit 4-6 weeks after the initial treatment is recommended to address any surviving juveniles from egg cases not yet hatched at the time of treatment.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"proc-steps rv\">\n      <div class=\"ps\"><div class=\"ps-num\">Stage 1<\/div><div class=\"ps-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"8\"\/><line x1=\"21\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"16.65\" y2=\"16.65\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Inspection<\/h3><p>Inspection of kitchen cupboards, under appliances, bathroom vanities, roof void access, and subfloor. Species confirmed, infestation level assessed, treatment plan confirmed with client.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ps\"><div class=\"ps-num\">Stage 2<\/div><div class=\"ps-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"5\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\" stroke-dasharray=\"2 3\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Gel Bait Application<\/h3><p>Fipronil or imidacloprid gel bait applied in rice-grain amounts to cupboard hinges, kickboards, under appliances, and in any crack or void with activity. IGR added for German cockroach infestations.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ps\"><div class=\"ps-num\">Stage 3<\/div><div class=\"ps-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M4 15s1-1 4-1 5 2 8 2 4-1 4-1V3s-1 1-4 1-5-2-8-2-4 1-4 1z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Perimeter Spray<\/h3><p>Synthetic pyrethroid spray to internal skirting boards, wall-floor junctions, and external perimeter. Applied away from gel bait zones to avoid repelling cockroaches from the bait.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"ps\"><div class=\"ps-num\">Stage 4<\/div><div class=\"ps-ico\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"><path d=\"M8 3H5a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v3m18 0V5a2 2 0 0 0-2-2h-3M3 16v3a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h3m8 0h3a2 2 0 0 0 2-2v-3\"\/><\/svg><\/div><h3>Void &amp; Roof Treatment<\/h3><p>For Smoky Brown and large periplaneta species: residual dust or liquid spray applied to roof void and subfloor voids where applicable. Report and warranty documentation issued on completion.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- METHOD COMPARISON -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg2\" aria-labelledby=\"meth-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Method Comparison<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"meth-h\">Treatment Method Comparison<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">No single method handles all cockroach situations. The table below shows which method is most effective for each scenario in Brisbane.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"meth-tbl-wrap rv\">\n      <table class=\"mt\" aria-label=\"Cockroach treatment method comparison\">\n        <thead><tr><th>Situation<\/th><th>Gel Bait<\/th><th>Spray<\/th><th>Dust<\/th><th>IGR<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n        <tbody>\n          <tr><td>German cockroach kitchen<\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Best<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Supplement only<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Voids<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Essential<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>American cockroach (from drains)<\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Useful<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Best<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Subfloor<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not needed<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Smoky Brown (roof void)<\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not applicable<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">External<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Best for roof void<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not needed<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Australian cockroach (garden entry)<\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not effective<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Perimeter spray<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not applicable<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk no\">Not needed<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n          <tr><td>Apartment building infestation<\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Essential<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Supplemental<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk part\">Wall voids<\/span><\/td><td><span class=\"chk yes\">Recommended<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n      <\/table>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- PREVENTION -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"prev-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Prevention<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"prev-h\">Cockroach Prevention After Treatment<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">Treatment eliminates the current infestation. These steps reduce the chance of reinfestation. For apartment dwellers in inner-city Brisbane, prevention must be ongoing as neighbouring units can be a constant source of reinfestation.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"prev-grid\">\n      <div class=\"pv rv d1\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>Seal service penetrations<\/strong> around pipes, cables, and conduit entry points with silicone or foam. German cockroaches travel freely through inter-connected building voids.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pv rv d2\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>No overnight exposed food<\/strong> on benchtops or in open containers. German cockroaches forage at night and will remain in a kitchen as long as food sources are available.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pv rv d3\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>Fix water leaks<\/strong> under sinks and behind appliances. Cockroaches need water more than food. A dripping tap or leaking dishwasher connection is a significant attractant.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pv rv d4\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>Inspect secondhand appliances and boxes<\/strong> before bringing them inside. Secondhand fridges, ovens, and microwaves are a common source of German cockroach reinfestation in Brisbane apartments.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pv rv d1\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>Install drain covers<\/strong> in floor drains, bath, and shower drains. American cockroaches enter from sewerage lines and drains in Brisbane properties near creek lines and older infrastructure.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pv rv d2\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg><div class=\"pv-txt\"><strong>Quarterly treatment<\/strong> is the most reliable prevention for Brisbane homes. A maintenance spray every 3 months prevents population build-up before it becomes a visible infestation.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- DIY VS PRO -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg3\" aria-labelledby=\"diy-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">DIY vs Professional Treatment<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"diy-h\">DIY vs Professional Cockroach Treatment<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">For German cockroaches specifically, DIY treatment with hardware store spray products consistently fails. Here is an honest comparison of what DIY can and cannot do.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"diy-grid\">\n      <div class=\"diy rv d1\">\n        <span class=\"diy-lbl diy-c\">DIY Treatment<\/span>\n        <h3>What Supermarket Products Do<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"diy-list\">\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Kill exposed cockroaches on contact<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Provide short-term visible knockdown<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl no\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg>Reach cockroaches in wall voids, roof voids, or behind cabinets<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl no\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg>Eliminate an established German cockroach colony<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl no\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg>Contain access to professional-grade gel bait with IGR<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl no\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><line x1=\"15\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"9\" y2=\"15\"\/><line x1=\"9\" y1=\"9\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"15\"\/><\/svg>Break the breeding cycle with insect growth regulators<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"diy rv d2\">\n        <span class=\"diy-lbl pro-c\">Professional Treatment<\/span>\n        <h3>What We Do That DIY Cannot<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"diy-list\">\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Access professional-grade gel bait (Maxforce FC Magnum, Goliath)<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Apply IGR (Hydroprene) to break the breeding cycle<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Treat wall voids, roof void, subfloor, and drain surrounds<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Identify harborage sites based on species behaviour<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>Apply correctly calibrated equipment at label rates<\/div>\n          <div class=\"dl yes\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M22 11.08V12a10 10 0 1 1-5.93-9.14\"\/><polyline points=\"22 4 12 14.01 9 11.01\"\/><\/svg>90-day warranty with no-cost return if cockroaches come back<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- PRICING -->\n<section class=\"sec\" aria-labelledby=\"price-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">Pricing<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"price-h\">Cockroach Treatment Cost Brisbane<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"body rv d2\" style=\"max-width:680px;margin-top:8px\">All prices include inspection, treatment, and 90-day warranty. Roof void and subfloor treatment is quoted separately where access requires additional equipment. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pricing\/cockroach-treatment-cost\/\" style=\"color:var(--g)\">cockroach pricing guide<\/a> for a full breakdown.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"price-grid\">\n      <div class=\"pr rv d1\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">Unit \/ Apartment<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$180<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">1-2 bedroom unit. Gel bait + targeted spray. German cockroach specialist treatment from $220.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pr rv d2\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">House (3-4 bed)<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$220<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">Full internal, external, and perimeter treatment. Roof void and subfloor on request. 90-day warranty.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"pr rv d3\"><div class=\"pr-lbl\">Commercial Kitchen<\/div><div class=\"pr-val\"><span class=\"fr\">from <\/span>$320<\/div><div class=\"pr-nt\">After-hours treatment, HACCP documentation, and gel bait + IGR program for German cockroach infestation.<\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<!-- FAQ -->\n<section class=\"sec sec-bg2\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-h\">\n  <div class=\"wrap-md\">\n    <span class=\"label rv\">FAQ<\/span>\n    <h2 class=\"h2 rv d1\" id=\"faq-h\">Cockroach Control FAQ<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"faq-list\" id=\"faq\">\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How quickly can cockroach treatment be done?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">A standard residential cockroach treatment takes 1-2 hours from arrival. Same-day service is available in most Brisbane suburbs when you call before midday. You can return to the property within 1-2 hours of treatment once surfaces are dry.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How long does cockroach treatment last?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Professional treatment provides protection for 3-6 months. German cockroach treatment may require a follow-up visit 4-6 weeks after the initial treatment to address any surviving juveniles from egg cases that were not yet hatched at the time of treatment. All treatments include a 90-day warranty: if cockroaches return within 90 days, we retreat at no charge.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Is cockroach treatment safe for children and pets?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Yes. Children and pets should be out of treated areas during application and for 1-2 hours afterwards until surfaces are dry. Once dry, the products we use present minimal risk. Gel bait is placed in concealed locations inaccessible to children and pets. We can use gel-bait-only treatment in homes with young babies on request. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/services\/treatment-methods\/child-pet-safe\/\">child and pet safe page<\/a>.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What is the difference between German and American cockroaches?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">German cockroaches (12-16mm, pale brown with two dark stripes) live exclusively indoors near food sources and breed faster than any other species. American cockroaches (35-45mm, reddish-brown) primarily live outdoors and enter buildings via drains and subfloor voids. German cockroach infestations require specialist gel bait and IGR treatment. American cockroach infestations respond well to perimeter spray. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pests\/cockroaches\/german-cockroach\/\">German cockroach page<\/a>.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Is seeing cockroaches during the day a serious sign?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Yes. Cockroaches are nocturnal. Daytime sightings indicate harborage areas are overcrowded and cockroaches are being pushed out during the day for food and space. This is a sign of a significant, established infestation. Call 0406 178 471 for same-day treatment.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">How much does cockroach treatment cost in Brisbane?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Standard treatment costs from $180 for a unit or apartment and from $220 for a house. German cockroach specialist treatment starts from $220 for a unit. Commercial kitchen treatment starts from $320. All prices include 90-day warranty. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/responsepestcontrol.com.au\/pricing\/cockroach-treatment-cost\/\">cockroach treatment pricing page<\/a> for full details.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Do I need to leave the house during treatment?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">You do not need to vacate the whole property. Stay out of the rooms being treated during application and for 1-2 hours while surfaces dry. For gel-bait-only treatments there is no restriction. The technician will advise exactly which areas to avoid and for how long.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">What causes recurring cockroach infestations?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">The most common causes are: re-entry from neighbouring units through unsealed pipe and cable penetrations, reinfestation from secondhand appliances or grocery boxes, food and moisture sources being left accessible overnight, and incomplete treatment of hidden harborage sites. For apartment dwellers, quarterly treatment is the most reliable long-term solution as neighbouring units can be a constant source of German cockroaches.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Do I get a warranty on cockroach treatment?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Yes. All cockroach treatments include a 90-day warranty. If cockroaches return within 90 days, we return and re-treat the same property at no charge. Warranty re-treatments are a full treatment, not a quick spray. Call 0406 178 471 with your original job reference to book a warranty return.<\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-item\"><div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-qt\">Does cockroach spray have a smell?<\/span><div class=\"faq-tog\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><line x1=\"12\" y1=\"5\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"19\"\/><line x1=\"5\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"19\" y2=\"12\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faq-ans\">Modern synthetic pyrethroid sprays have very low odour and are not detectable by smell once dry. During application there is a faint chemical smell that clears within 30-60 minutes with ventilation. 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