Skip to main content

● Locally owned & operated in the Upstate since 2026

Lemon Pest Control

Cockroach Control · Greenville, Spartanburg & Anderson

Roach control for palmetto bugs and their cousins.

In South Carolina, the big roaches you find in the garage or bathroom at night are usually outdoor species — American cockroaches ("palmetto bugs"), smokybrown and Oriental roaches — that wander in from mulch, crawlspaces and drains. We stop them at the perimeter and treat the damp, hidden places they live.
See my price

American, Oriental and smokybrown cockroaches are included in Lemon Standard and Premium.

Quick answer

Why do I see big roaches in my house in South Carolina?

Most large roaches in Upstate homes are outdoor species like American (palmetto bugs) and smokybrown cockroaches. They live in mulch, trees, crawlspaces and sewers, and come inside through gaps, drains and garage doors — especially in hot, humid weather or after heavy rain.

Signs of a roach problem

  • Large reddish-brown or dark roaches in bathrooms, garages or basements, mostly at night.
  • Small dark droppings that look like pepper or coffee grounds along baseboards.
  • A musty odor in closed-up areas like crawlspaces and storage rooms.
  • Roaches near drains, water heaters or under sinks.

Cockroaches common in the Upstate

American cockroaches ("palmetto bugs")
The largest roach in our area, reddish-brown and up to two inches long. They live in sewers, crawlspaces and mulch and can fly short distances.
Smokybrown cockroaches
Dark mahogany and shiny, very common in the Upstate. They live in trees, gutters and mulch beds and are drawn to lights.
Oriental cockroaches
Dark, slow and cold-tolerant. They prefer damp, cool spots like crawlspaces, basements and drains.
German cockroaches
The small tan roach that lives in kitchens breeds entirely indoors and usually takes several targeted treatments, so German cockroach infestations are treated under a separate quote.

The Lemon way

How we handle cockroaches

  1. 01

    Inspect moisture zones

    We check crawlspaces, garages, drains, water heaters and mulch beds — the damp places roaches depend on.

  2. 02

    Perimeter barrier

    An exterior treatment around the foundation, doors, windows and utility entries stops roaches before they get inside.

  3. 03

    Targeted interior treatment

    Baits and crack-and-crevice treatments in bathrooms, kitchens and the garage handle the ones that already found a way in.

  4. 04

    Quarterly upkeep

    Roach pressure rises with heat and humidity, so we refresh protection every season and come back free if they do.

Between visits

What you can do to help

A few simple habits make a real difference — and they’re free.
  • Keep a few inches of space between mulch and your foundation.
  • Fix leaky pipes and run a dehumidifier in damp basements or crawlspaces.
  • Install door sweeps and seal gaps around plumbing under sinks.
  • Do not leave pet food or dishes out overnight.

Done with DIY?

See your exact price for cockroaches protection in less than a minute — then pick a day for your first visit. No sales call required.

See my price
Call (864) 581-7505 Text us

Plans

Which plan covers cockroaches?

American, Oriental and smokybrown cockroaches are included in Lemon Standard and Premium.

Lemon Standard

Year-round protection from everyday Upstate pests.

Starting at

$79/mo

+ $149 initial service · quarterly visits (every 3 months)

  • Lemon Service Team: 2 technicians at every quarterly service*
  • Full property inspection
  • Interior and exterior general pest treatment
  • Exterior pest barrier spray around your home
  • De-webbing and wasp nest removal
  • Garage and exterior structure coverage
  • Granular yard treatment
  • Free re-services between scheduled visits
See my exact price

Most complete protection

Lemon Premium

Everything in Standard, plus summer bite protection and rodent defense.

Starting at

$199/mo

+ $299 initial service · quarterly visits + seasonal summer treatments

  • Lemon Service Team: 2 technicians at every quarterly service*
  • Everything in Lemon Standard
  • Seasonal mosquito, tick and flea treatments in the summer months
  • Mosquito stations that target breeding
  • Exterior rodent bait stations
  • Premium member perks
See my exact price

Prices depend on your home’s size. Billing is monthly; service visits are quarterly. Your exact price is shown before you sign anything.

Homes over 8,000 sq ft and commercial properties: call (864) 581-7505 for a custom quote.

Cancel anytime. No lawyer required.

*Shorter visits, like re-services and summer mosquito treatments, may be handled by one technician.

FAQ

Cockroach Control questions

Cockroach Control near you

Does seeing one roach mean my house is dirty?

No. Outdoor roaches like palmetto bugs wander in from mulch, trees and crawlspaces regardless of how clean your home is. A perimeter barrier is the best defense.

Do you treat German cockroaches?

Yes, under a separate quote. German cockroaches live and breed indoors and usually need several targeted treatments, so infestations are not part of our general plans. Call or text us and we will walk you through what to expect and what it costs.

How fast will I see results?

Most customers notice far fewer roaches within the first couple of weeks. If they are still showing up between visits, we will come back at no extra charge.

Related services

When life gives you pests, get Lemon.

See your exact price, pick your plan and book your first visit — all in a few minutes.

Call (864) 581-7505 Text us