Gel baiting is one of the main tools the crews we book use in Brisbane homes. The bait is a soft gel that cockroaches find tasty. It is placed in small dots, about the size of a grain of rice, inside hinges, cracks, gaps and the dark corners where cockroaches feed and shelter. A cockroach eats the bait, heads back to its hiding spot and dies there. Other cockroaches then feed on it and its droppings, which spreads the bait through the group.
This means gel bait reaches cockroaches you never see, deep inside walls, behind cupboards and under appliances. It also keeps sprays away from benches and food areas. When you call, we ask where you are seeing activity, give you an upfront price and book a nearby independent crew.
- Bait placed out of sight inside hinges, cracks and gaps
- Several spots in each room, based on where cockroaches are feeding
- Dust in wall voids where the gel cannot reach
- Plain tips on what to do and avoid after the visit
After a gel bait treatment you may see more cockroaches out during the day for a little while. This is a good sign that the bait is working. Most homes notice a big drop within one to two weeks. For bigger problems, a second visit a few weeks later picks up any young cockroaches that hatch from eggs laid before the treatment.
To help the bait work, keep benches clear of crumbs, fix leaks, and do not wipe or spray the bait spots. Store-bought sprays can put cockroaches off feeding, so it is worth holding off for a while. To book gel baiting in Brisbane, call 07 3543 7768 and we will arrange a time that suits you.