05/07/2026
Palmetto bug or cockroach? Here in Florida, it's both. ๐ชฒ
"Palmetto bug" is actually just the local nickname for the American cockroach โ one of the largest and most common roach species in the Southeast. And if you're seeing them inside, that's a sign worth paying attention to.
Here's what attracts them:
๐น Moisture and humidity (hello, Florida)
๐น Food debris and unsealed containers
๐น Cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and pipes
๐น Cluttered storage areas they can hide in
Spotting one or two usually means there are more hiding out of sight. Bug Mechanix offers thorough, family-safe treatments to get them out โ and keep them out.
๐ Call today for your free home inspection! 718-873-7908