"Tiny cockroaches in the kitchen cupboards"
Almost always German cockroaches. They breed indoors, fast, and need targeted baiting to clear.
Cockroaches when the lights go on? Same day service
Cockroach Control in Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
Cockroaches hide in the gaps you never look at: behind the fridge hinge, under the dishwasher, inside the oven seal. Our technicians in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane treat those hiding places directly, so the nest is dealt with and not just the few you see.
Gel baits, breeding inhibitors and targeted sprays for German, American, Australian and smoky brown cockroaches.
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Melbourne, Sydney & Brisbane
- Upfront Pricing, No Hidden Costs
- Treatment aimed at the nest
Get a Cockroach Control Quote
Tell us where you see them and how big they are.
3 cities
Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
300+
young from one German cockroach in a year
993
suburbs covered
24/7
phones answered
Seeing Cockroaches Every Night? Start Here
Cockroaches seen in daylight usually mean the hiding spots are full. A few changes tonight make the treatment work faster when our technician arrives.
Avoid bug bombs and fly spray before the treatment
Foggers and sprays drive cockroaches deeper into walls and appliances and can make professional gel baits less attractive to them.
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Clear the benches at night
No dirty dishes, pet bowls or open food overnight.
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Fix dripping taps
Cockroaches need water more than food. Dry sinks and showers at night.
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Empty the kitchen bin daily
Use a bin with a lid that closes.
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Do not spray before we arrive
Sprays scatter them and stop baits working as well.
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Call 07 3544 9883
Tell us the city, suburb and where you see them.
Cockroach Control Services We Offer
Each treatment matches the species and the building, from a single unit to a commercial kitchen.
German Cockroach TreatmentThe small brown kind that breeds indoors
Large Cockroach TreatmentAmerican, Australian and smoky browns
Kitchen & Appliance TreatmentGel placed in hinges, seals and cracks
Apartment & Strata TreatmentWhole units and shared areas treated
Restaurant & Cafe Cockroach ControlCafes, restaurants and food businesses
Perimeter Barrier TreatmentA band outside to stop them coming in
Breeding Cycle ControlGrowth inhibitors that stop the next generation
Move-In & End of Lease TreatmentBefore you move in or out of a rental
Emergency Cockroach ControlHeavy infestations treated the same day
Sound Familiar? Common Cockroach Problems
The kind of cockroach and where you see it tells us a lot. Here is what people tell us most often.
"Big ones coming up through the shower drain"
American cockroaches live in sewers and drains and come up through floor wastes and pipes.
"A large cockroach flew at me"
American and Australian cockroaches fly in warm, humid weather, especially in Brisbane and Sydney summers.
"The neighbours have them and now so do we"
In apartments, cockroaches move through shared walls and pipes. Treating the building together works best.
"Droppings near the microwave and TV"
Warm electrical appliances are a favourite hiding place for German cockroaches.
"We have just moved in and found them"
Cockroaches often arrive with boxes and second-hand appliances, or were already there before you moved in.
Which Cockroach Do You Have?
Four species cause most problems in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Each one hides and breeds in different places.
| German | American | Australian | Smoky brown | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 12-15 mm | 35-40 mm | 30-35 mm | 30-35 mm |
| Colour | Light brown, two dark stripes | Reddish brown | Brown, yellow edges on the wings | Dark, shiny brown |
| Where it lives | Kitchens, appliances, inside | Drains, sewers, subfloors | Gardens, leaf litter, roof voids | Trees, roofs, eaves |
| What it means | Breeding inside the home | Coming in from drains | Coming in from the garden | Coming in from the roof |
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Cockroaches in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane
Warmth and moisture drive cockroach numbers, so each city sees a different mix.
Melbourne
German cockroaches are the main problem in Melbourne, living year-round in heated apartments, kitchens and food businesses. Larger species are seen mostly in summer.
Cockroach Control MelbourneSydney
Sydney's humid summers bring American cockroaches up from drains and sewers, while German cockroaches thrive in older apartment blocks and restaurant strips.
Cockroach Control SydneyBrisbane
Brisbane has the most cockroach activity of the three cities. Large flying species are common through the long, humid summer and German cockroaches are active all year.
Cockroach Control BrisbaneCockroach control calls across the three cities by month
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AprMedium
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JunLow
JulLow
AugMedium
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OctMedium
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DecHigh
Calls peak in the warm months, from November to March. German cockroaches stay active indoors all year in heated homes and businesses.
Why Cockroaches Should Not Be Ignored
A few cockroaches quickly become hundreds, and they carry more than just an unpleasant look.
They spread germs
Cockroaches walk through drains and rubbish, then over benches and food, spreading bacteria.
Allergies and asthma
Their droppings and shed skins can trigger allergies and asthma, especially in children.
Rapid breeding
German cockroaches breed so fast that a small problem can fill a kitchen within months.
Sprays drive them deeper
Surface sprays and bug bombs push cockroaches into walls and appliances where they keep breeding.
How Our Cockroach Treatment Works
We treat the places cockroaches live, not just the places you see them.
Why the nest matters
Cockroaches that eat gel bait carry it back and share it. That reaches the ones hiding in walls and appliances that a spray never touches.
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Inspection
We find the species and the hiding places in the kitchen, bathroom and beyond.
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Gel baiting
Baits placed in cracks, hinges and seals where cockroaches shelter.
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Breeding inhibitor
Stops young cockroaches growing into adults that can breed.
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Barrier treatment
An outside band for large species coming in from drains and gardens.
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Follow-up
A second visit for heavy German cockroach problems if needed.
How Much Does Cockroach Control Cost?
Prices depend on the size of the problem and the building. These are the main factors in all three cities:
Size of the property. A unit, a house or a commercial kitchen.
Species. German cockroaches usually need more detailed work.
How heavy the infestation is. Light, moderate or severe.
Follow-up visits. Heavy problems may need a second treatment.
You get the price upfront, before any treatment starts. Call 07 3544 9883 or send us the details online for a faster estimate.
Why People Choose Freshify for Cockroaches
Treating cockroaches is about detail. We take the time to find where they are breeding.
Onsite in 60 minutes*
For urgent jobs, especially food businesses, often within the hour.
Targeted treatment
Baits placed exactly where cockroaches hide.
Food business visits
After-hours service and treatment records.
Upfront pricing
No hidden costs after the job.
Apartment blocks
Whole-building treatments for strata.
24/7 phones
Call any time to book.
*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.
What You Can Count On
We treat inside your kitchen and around your family. Here is how.
You know who is coming. Name and arrival time sent ahead.
You know what was used. We explain every product and where it went.
You know when to go back in. Clear advice on drying times for any spray.
You can call us back. Still seeing them after two weeks? Call us.
Cockroach Control Near You
We treat cockroaches in homes, apartments and businesses across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Choose your city to see the areas we cover.
Cockroach Control Brisbane
Brisbane Bayside, Inner Brisbane, Ipswich & Springfield, Logan, Moreton Bay, North Brisbane, North West Brisbane, Redlands, South Brisbane, West Brisbane, Scenic Rim & Tamborine
Cockroach Control Sydney
Blacktown, Eastern Suburbs Sydney, Hills District & Hawkesbury, Inner South West Sydney, Inner West Sydney, North Shore & Hornsby, Northern Beaches, Outer South West Sydney, Outer West & Blue Mountains, Parramatta, Ryde, South West Sydney, Sutherland Shire, Sydney City & Inner South
Cockroach Control FAQs
Do you do cockroach control in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane?
Yes. We treat homes, apartments and businesses in all three cities and their suburbs.
How long does cockroach treatment take to work?
You will usually see fewer cockroaches within a few days, and most problems are under control within two to three weeks.
Why am I seeing more cockroaches after the treatment?
For a few days, cockroaches come out of hiding as the treatment affects them. This is normal and settles down quickly.
Do I need to leave the house?
Gel baiting usually does not need you to leave. If a spray is used, you will be told how long to stay off treated areas.
Do you treat restaurants and cafes?
Yes. We work outside trading hours and provide service records for food businesses.
How do I stop cockroaches coming back?
Keep benches clean, fix leaks, seal gaps around pipes and keep bins closed. Regular treatments help in apartments and food businesses.
Are cockroaches worse in Brisbane?
Brisbane's warm, humid climate means more large cockroaches and a longer season than Melbourne or Sydney.
Can you treat my whole apartment block?
Yes. Treating all units and shared areas together stops cockroaches moving from one unit to the next.
The Cockroaches You See Are Only a Few of Them
For every cockroach in the open, many more are hiding nearby. Treating the nest now stops the next generation.
Upfront pricing and a dedicated professional at your door in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane, often the same day.
Other services
Other Pest Services We Offer
Choose a service to see how it works and what affects the price.
Termite InspectionA full check of the house, subfloor, roof void and garden for termite activity, with a written report and clear next steps.
Possum RemovalHumane removal of possums from roofs and wall cavities, followed by proofing so they cannot move back in.
Rat & Mouse ControlBaiting, trapping and entry-point sealing to clear rats and mice from roofs, walls, kitchens and sheds.
Ant ControlBaiting and barrier treatments that reach the nest, for ants in kitchens, wall cavities, paving and lawns.
Spider ControlTreatment of webs, eaves, fences, subfloors and garden edges to bring spider numbers down around the home.
Wasp RemovalTreatment and removal of wasp nests from eaves, wall cavities, roof voids, trees and the ground.
Bee RemovalRemoval of bee swarms and established hives from walls, roofs, chimneys, trees and compost bins.
Dead Animal RemovalLocating and removing dead rats, possums and other animals from roofs, walls and subfloors, then deodorising the area.
Bed Bug TreatmentInspection and treatment of beds, bed frames, couches and skirting boards to clear bed bugs and their eggs.
Flea TreatmentInside and outside flea treatment for carpets, pet bedding areas, yards and subfloors, with a follow-up when needed.
Bird ControlBird proofing with spikes, netting and mesh to keep pigeons, mynas and starlings off roofs, balconies, solar panels and signs.
End of Lease Pest ControlInside and outside pest and flea treatment when you move out, with a written record for your agent or landlord.