As May heats up, so does cockroach activity. Whether you’re in a high-rise apartment in Manhattan or a brownstone in Brooklyn, roaches are a persistent—and unsanitary—problem. At Advanced Pest Management, we see a significant rise in cockroach calls this time of year as heat and humidity create the perfect breeding environment for infestations.
Why Roaches Love Late Spring
Cockroaches thrive in warm, moist conditions. By late May, the consistent increase in temperature speeds up their breeding cycles. One female German cockroach, for example, can produce thousands of offspring in just a few months.
Combine that with greater food availability as windows open, trash piles up faster, and kitchens stay busy, and you’ve got a recipe for a fast-growing infestation.
Where They Hide—and Why You Don’t Always See Them
Roaches are masters of stealth. They hide during the day in tight, dark spaces like:
Behind refrigerators and ovens
Inside cabinets and walls
Under sinks and dishwashers
In basements, utility rooms, and shared building ductwork
You may not notice them until they’re well established. If you see even a single roach during daylight hours, it’s likely that a large colony is already present.
Why Cockroach Infestations Are Serious
Roaches aren’t just gross—they’re dangerous. These pests:
Spread bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella
Contaminate food and surfaces
Trigger asthma and allergies, especially in children and seniors
Reproduce rapidly, making infestations hard to contain without professional help
If you see droppings that look like ground pepper, egg casings, or smell a musty odor in your kitchen or bathroom, it’s time to act fast.
Our Proven Approach to Roach Elimination
At Advanced Pest Management, we take cockroach control seriously. Our roach extermination services include:
A thorough inspection of your entire home or business
Identification of species and infestation level
Application of targeted baits and gel treatments
Crack-and-crevice treatments in roach hot zones
Follow-up visits to ensure the infestation is completely resolved
We also provide sanitation recommendations and entry point sealing to prevent reinfestation—something you won’t get with DIY sprays and store-bought traps.
Is Your Building the Problem?
In multi-unit housing, one tenant’s roach problem can easily become a building-wide issue. We work with property managers across the city to provide commercial pest control plans that eliminate roaches at the source—shared hallways, trash chutes, boiler rooms, and basements.
Tips for Preventing Roaches at Home
Keep counters and sinks clean and dry
Seal up pet food and store leftovers promptly
Take out trash nightly and clean bins often
Caulk gaps around baseboards, pipes, and under cabinets
Run dehumidifiers in damp areas
Take Action Before It Gets Worse
Don’t let roaches take over your home or apartment. Visit our Roaches page or Request an Estimate for fast, discreet service.
And remember—whether you’re in NYC, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, or Nassau County, Advanced Pest Management is your trusted partner for effective roach control this spring.
