German cockroaches favor warm, humid spaces near food and water — kitchens, behind appliances, under sinks — and Clarkston's a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters, typical of the Piedmont, cooler in the mountains to the north keeps them active most of the year. American cockroaches, larger and reddish-brown, prefer basements, drains, and utility rooms. Crawl-space and slab construction is common here, built for the region's humid climate rather than deep winter cold.
We start with an inspection to identify the species and the source — sanitation issue, moisture problem, or entry point. Treatment centers on gel bait placed in cracks, voids, and under appliances, not broadcast spraying, since German cockroaches in particular have developed resistance to many surface sprays. A follow-up visit confirms the bait is working and the population is dropping.