Finding a roach in your home can be highly disconcerting. These pests carry harmful bacteria and can cause major property damage. While the best course of action in the event of an infestation is to call your local exterminator for immediate pest control services, it helps to be familiar with a few different types of roaches. This will allow you to identify the species and risks at-hand right away. 

4 Roach Species Your Exterminator Can Help to Eradicate

1. American Cockroaches 

Perhaps the most well-known species, the American cockroach is identifiable through it’s muddy red color. This type is especially common in Hawaii, primarily because they are drawn to areas with high amounts of warmth and moisture. And because they survive off leaves, fungi, and food droppings, they often infest residential spaces. Homeowners may find this pest in their homes if there are small cracks or openings in the foundation, which the roach will enter through.

2. Brown-Banded Cockroaches 

Brown-banded cockroaches make their presence known by leaving piles of frass, or excrement, in your home. If you notice these signs of an infestation, you will likely find them by looking behind wallpaper or wall-mounted items, as well as in upholstered furniture. They are identifiable through their size, which is about half-an-inch long, and their fully developed set of wings. These roaches are excellent scavengers and carry a myriad of harmful bacteria, so if you notice them in your home, contact an exterminator to handle the infestation right away.

3. Oriental Cockroaches 

Oriental cockroaches are also very common in Hawaii, as they thrive in moist areas. Homeowners usually find them in basements, crawlspaces, or garbage sources. If you think you have an infestation, pay attention to the way the pests look and move about—their appearance will be shiny and dark in color, and they will move or fly quickly when they’re frightened.  

4. German Cockroaches

German cockroaches are about the size of a thumb and have a light brown body with a tan border around the head. They can often be found clustered behind molding or in appliances that stay warm and moist during the day, like under the refrigerator or dishwasher. At night, they use the cover of darkness to come out and scavenge on almost anything they can find.

If you’re facing a pest problem in your home, the expert exterminators at Aloha Termite & Pest Control in Wahiawa, HI, are here to help. Since 1999, their team has used knowledgeable insight and skill to help keep homes clean, safe, and bug-free. Visit them online to learn more about their services, and give them a call today at (808) 622-2268 to schedule an appointment.