Cockroach Control

Cockroach Control in Glasgow & East Kilbride

Let’s get the cockroach problem under control!

Why You Need Professional Cockroach Control

🔍 How to Tell If You Have a Cockroach Problem

Cockroaches are excellent at staying hidden, especially during the day. Common signs include:

Seeing live cockroaches at night when lights are switched on
Small black droppings near skirting boards or cupboards
A musty or oily smell in kitchens or utility areas
Egg cases (small brown capsules) in hidden corners
Smear marks along walls or floors where cockroaches travel

When to Call a Professional

You should contact a professional pest controller if:

You’ve seen more than one cockroach, especially at night

Activity is centred around kitchens, bathrooms or food storage areas

The problem keeps returning after DIY treatments

You run a business where hygiene ratings matter

There are children, pets or vulnerable people in the property

Safety first: Please avoid using multiple sprays or chemicals together, and don’t move appliances unnecessarily if cockroaches are present. If the infestation is in a food-handling area, professional treatment is essential.

Ongoing Monitoring & Prevention

Cockroaches are often introduced through deliveries, shared pipework or neighbouring properties. For flats, commercial kitchens or food premises, ongoing monitoring can help catch early activity before it becomes a serious issue.

We can advise on practical prevention steps such as sealing gaps, improving hygiene routines and managing moisture levels. For higher-risk properties, scheduled inspections help reduce repeat infestations and provide peace of mind.

Our Wasp Control Process 

01

Survey & Identification

Ben (our lead technician) carries out a targeted survey to confirm it’s wasps (not bees), locate the active entry point(s) and the nest position (loft, wall void, soffit, shed, etc.). He’ll assess access and safety before any treatment is started and explain the plan clearly.

02

Safe, Targeted Treatment

We apply a professional-grade treatment (dust or liquid, depending on the site) that reaches deep into the nest and targets the queen and workers. Ben uses the right applicators for height/void work and keeps treatments safe for families and pets.

03

Results & Revisit Window

Most nests are neutralised within 24–48 hours as returning workers carry the treatment inside. If there’s unusual access or a secondary nest, we’ll arrange a revisit and take care of it promptly.

04

Advice & Proofing


Did You Know?


Cockroaches can survive for weeks without food and can squeeze through gaps as small as a few millimetres. This makes them one of the hardest pests to eliminate without professional help.

Blog Related Read: Protecting Your Business from Cockroach Infestations: A Guide for Glasgow Businesses

Seasonality: Cockroach Activity at a Glance

Cockroaches tend to be active year-round indoors, but activity often increases during warmer months and in winter when central heating keeps properties warm.

Jan–Mar — Low–Steady: activity hidden indoors
Apr–Jun — Rising: breeding increases
Jul–Sep — High: peak activity and spread
Oct–Dec — Steady: infestations persist indoors

Because they live inside buildings, waiting for “the right season” rarely works — early treatment is always best.

Why Choose Strathclyde Pest Control for Cockroach Control?

We’re a small, family-run pest control company that understands the realities of dealing with cockroaches in both homes and businesses across Glasgow and East Kilbride.

Ben carries out inspections personally, ensuring consistent service, honest advice and treatments that actually work. We use professional products applied safely and only where needed, focusing on long-term results rather than quick fixes.

Our approach is discreet, thorough and backed by clear guidance to help prevent the problem coming back.

PROMPT ensures that pest control is carried out responsibly by people who are properly trained and competent. The BASIS PROMPT Pest Controllers register is an industry initiative which provides independent proof that a pest controller has received proper training and continues to update their expertise.
https://www.npta.org.uk

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Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

Hear from our satisfied customers who have experienced the quality and value of our pest control services.

Amazing service! We had a minor issue with field mice in our attic which i can now happily say is resolved! Ben was very professional, efficient and incredibly knowledgeable. Not only did he eradicate the mice but he future proofed our home against further unwanted visitors. I highly recommend this service. Don’t waste your time trying to deal with infestations yourself, call Strathclyde Pest Control!

Martin Howley

Ben was fantastic from start to finish. Extremely professional and helpful, eradicating our issue within no time at all. Would highly recommend!

Calum Hutchinson

After 3 months of hell I contacted Ben to arrange vermin proofing of my home. Having rats under my decking which had then found their way into my loft I was at my wits end. I had already worked with 2 different pest control companies neither of which suggested finding how the rats were accessing my home. Ben surveyed my home and quickly discovered a massive gap under the French doors covered up by the decking. Ben returned a few days later and made an amazing job of filling the gap with breeze blocks and steel wool. I am now on my 6th night of no noise from the loft. For those of you who are suffering with vermin in your home , you will know how much it affects your health. Ben is a total professional with a calm persona which really helps when you are living on your nerves. His work is first class and is a total gentleman. Work was very reasonably priced,
done quickly and to an excellent standard. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you Ben for helping me feel safe in my home again.

Sharon Morrison

Evict Cockroaches Today

Don’t wait until a small issue turns into a serious infestation.
Contact Strathclyde Pest Control for prompt, local service or to book an inspection.

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