The infamous cockroach is the bane of homeowners everywhere. These insidious critters seem nigh indestructible. But knowing where they are hiding in our homes and why can help us control roaches. While warmer climates often fight a harder battle with cockroaches, the Seattle area is not immune. Our local roaches include the American, German, Oriental, […]
Palmetto Bugs vs Cockroaches
You may have heard the term palmetto bug and wondered what in the world that is and if you need to worry about it in the Pacific Northwest. Here’s your answer. What is a palmetto bug? Simply put a palmetto bug is a regional term for a large cockroach. If you reside in the southeastern […]
Cockroaches Are Not DIY Pests
Got cockroaches? Get help from the experts at Cascade Pest Control. We are here to make sure that you don’t have to go it alone when you encounter roaches. Ever flipped on the light to find a roach scuttling behind the refrigerator? Or cracked open the cabinet to find a creepy pest staring back at […]
What Attracts Cockroaches?
We’ve all had a run in with cockroaches at one point or another. Whether it’s outside on the sidewalk or inside your home, they have a knack of showing up where they aren’t wanted. Even here in the greater Seattle area, roaches are known to pop up from time to time. It can be confusing […]
What Types of Cockroaches Live in Seattle?
While not as overtly prevalent as in warmer, more humid regions, cockroaches are still a pest that plagues the Seattle-Puget Sound area. While they don’t cause structural damage to your home or business, they are a significant bio-hazard that can contaminate food sources and leave a mess. Because of this, roach control should be incorporated […]