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No ContractsCockroach Control—We Identify the Species and Target the Source
Not all cockroaches are the same—and neither is our treatment. German cockroaches are small, fast, and infest kitchens. Large outdoor cockroaches (Turkestan, Oriental, American) breed in Sacramento's sewer system and invade through garages and gaps. We identify which type you're dealing with, then apply the right treatment: interior baiting and liquid application for German cockroaches, heavy exterior perimeter treatment for large outdoor cockroaches. Most customers see significant reduction within days.
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We're not a franchise following a corporate playbook. Since 2008, the Mora family has built a team with over 100+ years of combined pest control experience—all licensed by the California Structural Pest Control Board and proud members of the National Pest Management Association.
What does that mean for you? Expert service from people who actually live here, no contracts locking you in, and free re-treatments if pests come back. That's our guarantee.
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The Barrier Method
Three simple steps to a pest-free home. Guaranteed.
Identify
The first step is determining which cockroach you're dealing with. German cockroaches require intensive interior treatment. Large outdoor cockroaches need heavy perimeter defense. We inspect to find the source, entry points, and the right approach for your situation.
What we look for:
- Species identification—small and fast in the kitchen means German cockroaches
- Large and slow from the garage or bathroom means outdoor cockroaches
- Entry points: garage doors, door sweeps, foundation cracks, pipe penetrations
- Harborage areas: behind refrigerators, under sinks, inside cabinets
- Moisture sources and sanitation conditions that attract cockroaches
- Signs of neighboring infestations or sewer system entry
Treat
Treatment depends on the species. German cockroaches get interior liquid treatment plus professional gel baits in hotspots. Large outdoor cockroaches get heavy exterior perimeter treatment including deep crack injections—because surface sprays don't reach cockroaches hiding in voids beneath sidewalks, foundations, and concrete joints.
Treatment approach:
- German cockroaches: Liquid application to baseboards, cabinets, crack and crevices
- German cockroaches: Gel bait behind appliances, cabinet hinges, under sinks
- Large outdoor: Heavy exterior foundation and perimeter treatment
- Large outdoor: Deep crack injections into sidewalk joints, foundation voids, and concrete gaps
- Large outdoor: Garage treatment with monitoring traps
- Granular treatment to walkways, fence lines, and landscape beds
Protect
After treatment, you may still see cockroaches for a few days—especially German cockroaches picking up bait. For large outdoor cockroaches, we recommend sealing entry points to prevent re-invasion. We follow up and return free of charge if issues persist.
What to expect:
- German cockroaches: Noticeable reduction in 5-7 days, full control in 2-4 weeks
- Large outdoor: Immediate reduction with ongoing perimeter protection
- Follow-up treatment recommended at 3-4 weeks for German cockroaches
- Door sweep and weather stripping recommendations to prevent re-entry
- Free callbacks if cockroaches persist between scheduled services
- Detailed service report with findings and prevention tips
Cockroach Control Plans
Choose the service level that works best for your home
German Cockroach Treatment
One-Time
one-time
- Full Interior Treatment
- Liquid Application to Baseboards & Cabinets
- Thorough Gel Baiting of All Interior Nesting Sites
- Monitoring Traps Placed
- Discounted Follow-Up Visits Within 45 Days
Barrier Seasonal Plus
Large Outdoor Roaches
per month
- Heavy Exterior Perimeter Treatment
- Deep Crack Injections Into Voids & Concrete Gaps
- Foundation & Garage Protection
- 4 Annual Treatments
- Year-Round Warranty
- Free Callbacks Between Visits
- Plus
- Spider Web Removal
- Outdoor Rodent Control
- Bi-Annual Termite Inspections ($145 value)
Barrier Max
Maximum Protection
per month
- Heavy Exterior Perimeter Treatment
- Deep Crack Injections Into Voids & Concrete Gaps
- Foundation & Garage Protection
- 6 Annual Treatments
- Year-Round Warranty
- Free Callbacks Between Visits
- Plus
- Spider Web Removal
- Outdoor Rodent Control
- Bi-Annual Termite Inspections ($145 value)
Frequently Asked Questions About Cockroach Control
How do I know if I have German cockroaches or large outdoor cockroaches?
German cockroaches are small (about 1/2 inch), light brown, and very fast. You'll typically see them in the kitchen—behind the refrigerator, inside cabinets, near the stove. Large outdoor cockroaches (Turkestan, Oriental, American) are 1-2 inches long, darker, and slower. They usually appear in garages, bathrooms, or near exterior doors. This distinction matters because treatment is completely different for each type.
Why do I have large cockroaches if my house is clean?
Large outdoor cockroaches aren't attracted by dirty homes—they're an environmental issue in Sacramento. Turkestan and Oriental cockroaches breed in the sewer system and irrigation boxes, then enter homes through gaps under garage doors, missing door sweeps, and foundation cracks. Even the cleanest home can have them if entry points aren't sealed. Our treatment focuses on exterior perimeter defense to stop them before they get inside.
Do I need to leave during treatment?
For German cockroach treatment, yes—we ask you to leave for about 2 hours to allow the application to dry safely. You'll also need to prep by clearing items from cabinet floors and covering food on countertops. For large outdoor cockroaches, your initial visit typically includes interior treatment, so plan to leave for about 2 hours—prep is simple, just move loose items like shoes and toys away from walls. After the initial infestation is controlled, subsequent visits focus on exterior perimeter treatment and you won't need to leave.
How long until I stop seeing cockroaches?
For German cockroaches, you'll typically see improvement within 5-7 days, with full control in 2-4 weeks depending on infestation severity. Seeing some cockroaches after treatment is actually normal—they're picking up bait to carry back to their hiding spots. For large outdoor cockroaches, you should see immediate reduction, though ongoing perimeter treatment keeps them from returning.
What if my neighbor has cockroaches?
This is common, especially for German cockroaches in apartments or duplexes. German cockroaches can spread between units through shared walls and pipes. We often recommend treating adjacent units to prevent re-infestation. For large outdoor cockroaches, a neighbor's infestation does create ongoing pressure—but our non-repellent products work in your favor. Cockroaches that contact treated areas don't detect the product and carry it back to others, creating a transfer effect that impacts multiple generations. Our perimeter treatment creates a defensive zone that intercepts cockroaches as they approach your home, even when environmental pressure is high.
Are cockroaches dangerous to my family?
Yes. Cockroaches carry harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites including salmonella and dysentery. German cockroaches in particular can trigger respiratory issues and asthma, especially in young children. Because many Sacramento cockroaches breed in sewers, they're particularly unsanitary. Quick elimination protects your family's health.
Why do large cockroaches keep coming back?
Large outdoor cockroaches return because they're constantly entering from the environment—Sacramento's sewer system has significant populations of Turkestan and Oriental cockroaches. Surface sprays aren't enough because these cockroaches nest deep in voids beneath sidewalks, foundation cracks, and where concrete meets soil. That's why we use deep crack injections to reach harborage areas that DIY products can't touch. Ongoing perimeter protection combined with door sweeps and sealing entry points provides the best long-term control.
What's the difference between treatment for German vs. large outdoor cockroaches?
German cockroaches require intensive interior treatment: liquid application to baseboards and cabinets, plus thorough gel baiting of all interior nesting sites. You'll need to prep cabinets and vacate for 2 hours. For large outdoor cockroaches, your initial visit includes interior treatment plus heavy exterior perimeter work—foundation application, deep crack injections into sidewalk and concrete voids, and garage treatment. Prep is simple: just move loose items away from walls. After the initial treatment, ongoing visits focus on exterior perimeter defense so you won't need to prep or leave.
How can I prevent cockroaches from coming back?
For German cockroaches: the key is preventing reintroduction. German cockroaches don't come from outdoors—they hitchhike in on secondhand furniture, cardboard boxes, grocery bags, and used appliances. Inspect items before bringing them inside. Good sanitation helps you spot activity early and slows reproduction, but avoiding reintroduction is what keeps them gone for good. For large outdoor cockroaches: recurring service is essential. Regular treatments knock back the population surrounding your home and eliminate breeding sites on your property—both major drivers of indoor invasions. Door sweeps and sealing entry points help, but ongoing perimeter protection is what keeps them out long-term.
What if cockroaches come back between treatments?
Our service includes a year-round warranty. If cockroaches persist between scheduled visits, call us and we'll return at no additional cost to retreat problem areas. For German cockroach infestations, we typically recommend a follow-up treatment at 3-4 weeks to break the breeding cycle—it takes about 50-60 days for German cockroaches to go from egg to adult.
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