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Cockroach Control in British Columbia

We find where cockroaches hide behind your appliances, sinks and cabinets, then bait them right where they breed.

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WHERE COCKROACHES HIDE

Cockroach Treatment for Kitchens, Bathrooms & Apartments

Cockroaches spend the day packed into narrow cracks close to warmth, water and food, and only come out to feed once the lights go off. These are the places in Lower Mainland homes and businesses where we look for them first.

Kitchens and appliances

The warm motors behind fridges, stoves and dishwashers make ideal resting spots next to food.

Bathrooms and plumbing

Gaps around pipes, under sinks and behind toilets give them the moisture they need every day.

Shared walls in condos

In apartments and townhomes they travel along pipe chases and wiring between neighbouring units.

Restaurant kitchens

Food prep areas, dish stations and storage rooms offer steady food and heat around the clock.

GERMAN COCKROACH OR LOOK-ALIKE?

How to Identify a German Cockroach

Almost every cockroach found indoors in the Lower Mainland is a German cockroach. A few other species and some small bugs get mistaken for it, and these details tell them apart.

Size and stripes

Adults are about 13–16 mm long and light brown, with two dark stripes on the shield behind the head.

Young cockroaches

Nymphs have no wings and are darker, with a pale stripe down the back. They’re often the first ones people see.

Brown-banded cockroach

Similar in size, but with two pale bands across the body. It prefers warm, dry spots like upper cabinets and electronics.

Oriental cockroach

About 25 mm, shiny and almost black, with short wings. It stays in cool, damp basements and floor drains.

American cockroach

The largest, around 4 cm and reddish-brown with a pale edge to the shield. It’s rare in BC homes.

Bed bugs

Flat, round, rust-coloured and found in beds, not near food. If that matches what you’re seeing, see bed bug control.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Signs of Cockroaches in Your Home or Business

Scattering when the light goes on

Brown insects running for cover in a dark kitchen mean many more are hiding close by.

Droppings like ground pepper

Tiny dark specks in drawers, on hinges or along baseboards show where they rest.

Egg cases

Small brown capsules about the size of a rice grain mean a new generation is coming.

Shed skins

Pale, empty skins near cracks show young cockroaches growing into adults.

A musty, oily smell

A stale odour in cupboards that won't air out usually points to a large group.

Sightings in daylight

Cockroaches out during the day often means their hiding spots are already full.

WHY EARLY ACTION MATTERS

Why a Few Cockroaches Quickly Become Many

A German cockroach is fully grown in about two months, and every egg case a female carries holds around 40 young.

Allergens and asthma

Their droppings and shed skins break down into dust that can trigger allergies and asthma, especially in children.

Germs on food and dishes

They walk from drains and garbage onto counters, plates and open food, carrying germs with them.

Spread to the next unit

In condos and apartments, a growing group moves along pipes and shared walls into the homes around it.

Tip: skip the bug bombs. Foggers don’t reach cockroaches tucked inside cracks, and they can drive them deeper into the walls or next door.

OUR COCKROACH PROCESS

Our Cockroach Treatment Process

Inspect

We check behind appliances, under sinks and inside cabinets, and set sticky monitors to see where activity is heaviest.

Treat

Small dabs of gel bait and a growth regulator go into the cracks they use, away from food and out of reach.

Advise

We show you which gaps to seal and what to store away, leaving them less to eat and fewer places to hide.

Follow up

A return visit reads the monitors and re-baits any spot that’s still active.

BAIT, DON'T SCATTER

Cockroach Baiting That Reaches Their Hiding Spots

Store sprays repel cockroaches, so they scatter into the walls and next door, and many Lower Mainland populations already shrug off common insecticides. Bait works the other way: they eat it, crawl back into the crack and pass it on to the rest of the group.

Targeted gel baits

Placed behind fridges, stoves and along baseboards, where cockroaches feed and children don't reach.

Growth regulators

These stop young cockroaches from becoming breeding adults, so the next generation never takes over.

Registered products only

Health Canada-registered products, handled by technicians licensed in BC.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Every Cockroach Treatment Includes

Inspection of the kitchen, bathrooms and appliances
Sticky monitors to measure activity
Gel bait in every active hiding spot
Growth regulator to stop breeding
Advice on storage, cleaning and sealing gaps
Follow-up visit to check results

WHY EXOPEST

Why Choose Exopest

Locally owned in Surrey
Licensed and WorkSafeBC covered
Clear price before work starts
Safe for families and pets
Every job guaranteed
Homes and businesses across BC

DIY OR PROFESSIONAL?

When to Call a Professional

One cockroach that came home in a grocery box can be a one-off. Call us if you notice:

We bait every hiding spot in the same round, then come back to catch any corner that’s still active.

LOCAL COCKROACH ADVICE

Cockroach Prevention for Kitchens & Condos

Most cockroaches in Lower Mainland homes arrive with boxes, bags or furniture, or wander in from the unit next door, so small daily habits keep them from settling.

Cockroaches compared

Cockroach	Look	Where found	In BC homes?
German	Light brown, two dark stripes, 13–16 mm	Kitchens, bathrooms, appliances	Yes, the most common
Brown‑banded	Two pale bands, about 13 mm	Upper cabinets, electronics	Sometimes
Oriental	Shiny, almost black, about 25 mm	Basements, floor drains	Less often
American	Reddish‑brown, about 4 cm	Damp basements, warehouses	Rarely

In a Lower Mainland kitchen, a small light-brown cockroach with two stripes behind its head is almost always a German cockroach.

7 ways to keep cockroaches out

Check cardboard boxes, grocery deliveries and used appliances before bringing them inside.
Keep food, including pet food, in sealed containers.
Wipe counters and sweep crumbs before bed, when cockroaches come out to feed.
Fix dripping taps and leaks under sinks to take away their water.
Caulk gaps around pipes, behind the stove and along baseboards.
Take out kitchen garbage and recycling at night, and rinse bottles and cans.
Tell your landlord or strata early, so neighbouring units can be checked too.

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CLEAR, HONEST PRICING

How Much Does Cockroach Control Cost in BC?

We price cockroach work once we’ve seen how far they’ve spread. You agree to the quote before any bait goes down.

Size of the infestation

A few cockroaches under one sink take less work than a kitchen full of them.

Rooms or units affected

Spread into bathrooms, bedrooms or next-door units adds more treatment points.

Type of property

A house, a condo and a commercial kitchen each need a different plan.

Follow-up visits

The return visits your treatment needs are counted in the quote.

Need an exact price?

Call 604-760-1542 and we’ll quote once we know which rooms the cockroaches have reached.

FOR HOMES AND LANDLORDS

Pest Control for Your Home

Cockroaches in the kitchen, mice in the basement or ants on the counter, sorted for houses, condos and rental suites.

FOR EVERY BUSINESS

Pest Control for Your Business

Pest control for restaurants, strata buildings, offices and stores, planned around your opening hours and inspections.

VERIFIED GOOGLE REVIEWS

What Our Customers Say

Homeowners, tenants and restaurant owners across the Lower Mainland share how their pest problems were handled.

    
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kashif was very professional. Responded promptly to my messages and showed up on time to get the job done. Would recommend.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceptional service by a local Canadian owned company. We called Exopest at 9pm on a Friday night and Manager Kashif Naseer picked up the phone! He was at our home in less than 24 hours. A significant mouse problem was irradiated 24 hours later. Kashif is a true professional: polite, proficient, he educated us, and he solved the problem for us. Could not be happier to recommend this company. Thank you Exopest!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kashif just left.  Bald faced Hornets nest hanging in our front yard tree is safely deactivated.  Minor activity still but he said it should be dormant by tomorrow.  Super responsive and really nice guy.  I checked prices and he's extremely reasonably priced.  Easily 5 stars.  Would recommend and call again anytime for services if needed!  Thanks Kashif and Exopest!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exo Pest Control were a pleasure to deal with: responsive, punctual, and effective. kashif provided the technical services and were expert and friendly. I highly recommend this company in the event you have unwelcome cohabitants. thanks kashif
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They were prompt and did a thorough inspection of the property/house. They were courteous and professional and very helpful. I would use them again in a heartbeat and would recommend their service to anyone without hesitation. nice job kashif

LOWER MAINLAND & FRASER VALLEY

Cockroach Control in Surrey, Langley & Across the Lower Mainland

We treat cockroaches in homes, condos and food businesses in Surrey, Langley and Richmond, and right across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Choose your area below.

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Includes Whalley, Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, Cloverdale and South Surrey.

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HELPFUL ANSWERS

Cockroach Control FAQs

Clear answers for Lower Mainland homeowners, tenants and food businesses dealing with cockroaches.

Why do cockroaches keep coming back?

Sprays kill the ones you see but miss the eggs and the cockroaches deep in cracks. Egg cases hatch weeks later, and some groups learn to avoid certain baits, which is why a return check matters.

My home is clean. Why do I have cockroaches?

They often arrive in boxes, grocery bags or second-hand appliances, or walk in from a neighbouring unit. Cleaning takes away food, but it won’t clear an established group on its own.

Are cockroaches dangerous?

They don’t bite, but they can carry germs onto food and dishes, and their droppings and shed skins can set off allergies and asthma.

Is one visit enough?

Rarely. Bait works over a few weeks as eggs hatch and young cockroaches feed, so a follow-up visit lets us read the monitors and treat any spot still active.

How should I prepare for a treatment?

Empty the cupboard under the sink, put food away and wipe down the counters. Please don’t spray insecticide beforehand, because it can put cockroaches off the bait.

Who pays for cockroach control in a BC rental?

Under BC’s Residential Tenancy Act, landlords must keep rentals fit to live in, so they usually arrange pest treatment. Tenants should report cockroaches early, keep the unit clean and allow access. This is general information, not legal advice.

Do you treat restaurants and food businesses?

Yes. Bait goes away from food prep areas and visits are planned around service. Health inspectors in BC can close a kitchen with an active infestation, so it pays to act quickly.

How much does cockroach control cost?

It depends on how widespread the cockroaches are, how many rooms or units need treating and how many return visits are needed. Call 604-760-1542 for a free quote.

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Cockroaches Running Across Your Kitchen?

Call or request a quote, and we’ll plan a baiting treatment for your kitchen, bathroom or business.

Cockroach Control in British Columbia

Cockroach Treatment for Kitchens, Bathrooms & Apartments

Kitchens and appliances

Bathrooms and plumbing

Shared walls in condos

Restaurant kitchens

How to Identify a German Cockroach

Size and stripes

Young cockroaches

Brown-banded cockroach

Oriental cockroach

American cockroach

Bed bugs

Signs of Cockroaches in Your Home or Business

Scattering when the light goes on

Droppings like ground pepper

Egg cases

Shed skins

A musty, oily smell

Sightings in daylight

Why a Few Cockroaches Quickly Become Many

Allergens and asthma

Germs on food and dishes

Spread to the next unit

Our Cockroach Treatment Process

Inspect

Treat

Advise

Follow up

Cockroach Baiting That Reaches Their Hiding Spots

Targeted gel baits

Growth regulators

Registered products only

Every Cockroach Treatment Includes

Why Choose Exopest

When to Call a Professional

Cockroach Prevention for Kitchens & Condos

Cockroaches compared

7 ways to keep cockroaches out

How Much Does Cockroach Control Cost in BC?

Size of the infestation

Rooms or units affected

Type of property

Follow-up visits

Need an exact price?

Pest Control for Your Home

Pest Control for Your Business

What Our Customers Say

Cockroach Control in Surrey, Langley & Across the Lower Mainland

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Cockroach Control FAQs

Why do cockroaches keep coming back?

My home is clean. Why do I have cockroaches?

Are cockroaches dangerous?

Is one visit enough?

How should I prepare for a treatment?

Who pays for cockroach control in a BC rental?

Do you treat restaurants and food businesses?

How much does cockroach control cost?

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Ant Control

Pharaoh Ant Control

Rodent Control

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