Cockroach infestations can destroy a restaurant's reputation overnight. This guide provides London food businesses with essential strategies for prevention, control, and regulatory compliance.

Species Common in London Kitchens

  1. German Cockroach (Blattella germanica)

    • Most common in restaurants
    • Rapid reproduction (30-40 offspring every 30 days)
    • Prefers warm, humid areas near food
  2. Oriental Cockroach (Blatta orientalis)

    • Common in basements and drains
    • Slower moving, larger size
    • Thrives in cool, damp conditions