If you’ve seen a roach dart across your bathroom floor or kitchen wall lately, you’re not alone. Reports of cockroach activity have risen over 70% in Memphis neighborhoods this month, especially in areas like South Memphis, Cordova, and Midtown.
Roaches thrive in spring because of warmer temps, increased humidity, and more available food sources—and once they’re in, they’re tough to evict without professional help.
Why Roaches Love Memphis Homes in Spring
According to entomologists at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, roaches thrive in urban settings like Memphis due to:
“Urban roach populations grow quickly in the spring and are closely linked to excess moisture and food residue.”
That means homes with leaky faucets, poor ventilation, and leftover crumbs are a dream come true for cockroaches—especially German roaches, which reproduce rapidly indoors.
What Lookout Pest Control Is Seeing in Memphis Right Now
Desiree P., a Service Route Lead with Lookout in Memphis, confirms this season’s spike:
“We’ve had a spike in roaches in South Memphis and Cordova—wherever there’s a mix of humidity and food debris.”
From bathroom vanities to cabinet hinges, Lookout techs are finding roaches hiding in the tightest spaces—especially in older homes and apartments where plumbing leaks and poor sealing are common.
Lookout’s Proven Roach Control Strategy for Memphis Homes
Roach infestations aren’t just gross—they’re also a health concern, with potential to spread allergens and bacteria. That’s why Lookout Pest Control uses a multi-layered approach to roach control across Memphis:
1. Gel Bait Targeting in Cracks and Appliances
We apply roach bait in areas where they hide and nest, like under sinks, behind the fridge, and inside wall voids—without disrupting your household.
2. Fogging for Large or Ongoing Infestations
If the infestation is widespread, we use roach-specific fogging agents to knock down populations fast.
3. Moisture and Sanitation Audit
We identify hidden sources of moisture and food debris to eliminate the environmental conditions that allow roaches to return.
What Memphis Homeowners Can Do to Keep Roaches Away
Whether you’ve already seen roaches or want to stay ahead of the problem, follow these pro-backed tips:
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Never leave pet food or snacks out overnight
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Fix dripping sinks and bathtub faucets immediately
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Empty and wipe down cabinets regularly—especially under the sink
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Run fans or dehumidifiers in high-moisture areas like laundry rooms or bathrooms
Time for a Roach Reset in Your Memphis Home?
- Don’t Let Roaches Take Over This Spring
- Book a Roach Reset with Lookout Pest Control Today
Lookout’s Memphis team uses safe, effective roach control strategies to eliminate infestations and prevent future ones—whether you’re battling German roaches, American roaches, or both.
Get your kitchen, bathroom, and home back with one visit.
Schedule your Roach Reset now and enjoy a cleaner, safer spring.
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