How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in Dubai: A Practical Guide

To get rid of cockroaches in Dubai, remove their food and water, seal their hiding places and use gel bait that the insects carry back to the nest. Sprays alone rarely work, because they do not reach the egg cases, each of which can hold 30 to 40 eggs.

Which cockroaches are common in Dubai?

• German cockroach. Small and light brown, found in kitchens, cupboards and appliances. It breeds fastest.
• American cockroach. Large and reddish-brown, found in drains, manholes and bathrooms.

Knowing which one you have matters, because the German cockroach lives inside the kitchen while the American cockroach usually comes up from the drains.

Why do cockroaches keep coming back?

• Food residue and grease behind and under appliances
• Water from leaking pipes, wet sinks and AC drip trays
• Open drains and floor traps without covers
• Gaps around pipes that connect apartments
• Cardboard boxes and grocery deliveries that carry egg cases in

What can I do myself?

• Clean under and behind the cooker, fridge and washing machine
• Store food in sealed containers and empty bins every night
• Fix leaks and dry the sink before bed
• Fit covers on floor drains and seal gaps around pipes
• Throw out cardboard boxes instead of storing them

When do I need professional cockroach control?

Call a professional if you see cockroaches in daylight, find droppings or egg cases in cupboards, or the insects return within days of using a spray. These are signs of an established nest. A technician applies odourless gel bait and treats drains and entry points, then returns to check the result.

How does professional treatment work?

1. Inspection to find nests, entry points and the species.
2. Gel baiting in hinges, cabinets and appliance gaps.
3. Treatment of drains and harbourage areas.
4. Follow-up visit and re-baiting where needed.

See our cockroach control service in Dubai for how this is carried out.

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