German cockroach in a kitchen

Cockroaches in Jordan & the South Metro?

Resilient scavengers that spread bacteria and trigger allergies; German roaches reproduce fast. Here is how we handle it.

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How do you get rid of cockroaches in Minnesota? Start by finding the cause. We inspect, treat inside and out, dust wall voids, and use baits and glue boards. Most infestations need 2 to 3 treatments about 2 to 3 weeks apart, then a maintenance plan. German roaches reproduce fast, so catching it early matters.

Quick facts

What they look like

Flat, oval body with long antennae; color and size vary by species

Size

1/2 to 2 inches, depending on species

Peak season in Minnesota

Year-round indoors, peaks in warm humid months

Where they hide

Kitchens, bathrooms, wall voids, under appliances, and in cracks

Bite, sting or damage

Does not bite, spreads bacteria and triggers allergies

What are the signs you have cockroaches?

Droppings that look like coffee grounds or black pepper
Egg cases (oothecae) in cracks and under appliances
A musty or oily odor in severe infestations
Roaches spotted at night in kitchens and bathrooms

Why are cockroaches in my house?

Cockroaches come in through plumbing, cracks, gaps under doors, and on groceries and packaging. Once inside, they breed fast in warm, humid spots like kitchens and bathrooms.

What do cockroaches look like?

What they are

Hardy, scavenging insects that spread bacteria and trigger allergies

Common Minnesota species

German, American, Oriental, and brown-banded cockroaches

When are cockroaches worst in Minnesota?

German cockroaches are active year-round indoors, with activity picking up in warm, humid months

Are cockroaches harmful?

They hide in cracks and reproduce quickly, contaminating food and surfaces; German roaches are especially fast

How does Brothers get rid of cockroaches?

We inspect for causes, treat inside and out, dust wall voids, and use baits and glue boards, repeating 2 to 3 times about 2 to 3 weeks apart, then maintenance

How can I keep cockroaches out?

Fix leaks and eliminate moisture, roaches need water

Seal cracks and gaps around plumbing and baseboards

Store food in sealed containers and keep counters clean

Cockroaches

Here is how we handle it

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Family-owned in Jordan since 2021

No rigid contracts

We tell you what you need, and what you don't

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Common questions

How many treatments does it take?
Usually 2 to 3 treatments, spaced 2 to 3 weeks apart to catch newly hatched roaches, then a maintenance plan to prevent recurrence
Are cockroaches harmful?
They spread bacteria and can trigger allergies and asthma, especially with German roaches in multifamily housing
How did they get in?
Through plumbing, cracks, gaps under doors, and sometimes on groceries and packaging. We inspect to find the source.

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