Evans Pest Control Provides Effective Treatment For The Elimination Of Roaches

Cockroaches are one of the most common pests in the world.

Roaches can range anywhere from a quarter inch to over 3 inches long. The three most common cockroaches in the United States are the German, Oriental and American roach. Around here it’s the Pennsylvania Wood Cockroach that we see the most of. Different roaches can be attracted to your home for different reasons. Knowing the type of roach, you are dealing with can help when deciding how to get rid of them. For instance, one of the most common roach found indoors is the German, and Pennsylvania roach. These roaches are attracted to water. Reducing access to water sources in your home can help reduce a roach infestation.

There are plenty of other prevention methods as well, such as daily cleaning and proper food storage. But how do you get rid of cockroaches once they have already staked a claim your house?

Roaches enter homes in search of food, water and shelter. Once they have infested an area, they can multiply quickly, posing a threat to your comfort and health. It is important to get rid of cockroaches before an infestation occurs. Roaches are known to carry bacteria that can result in food poisoning, diarrhea, allergies and skin rashes. In large numbers they will produce a foul odor.

Before deciding how to kill roaches in your home, it is best to develop a plan. The most effective roach control typically requires more than one type of treatment method.

How To Handle Your Cockroach Problem

Identify Where Roaches Are Nesting Using Just Flashlights, And Glue Strips

When considering what cockroach control method to use, it is best to first examine your home for possible roach infestation sites. Do this by using a flashlight to search popular roach hiding spots, including behind the refrigerator, under the sink, crevices in cabinets and shelves, closet door corners, bathroom cabinets and closets.

Use roach glue strips to locate large infestations. Based on your flashlight inspection, decide on the most strategic areas to place strips. Monitor those areas for a few days to a week. Strips in high-traffic areas will catch the most roaches, and these areas will need the most treatment.

Close The Gaps To Prevent Further Access

Glue strips can be effective in reducing existing roach populations, but they won’t get rid of roaches on the outside trying to break in. To prevent a roach infestation from expanding, use caulk to fill possible entry points, including gaps between walls or tile, small crevices and entry holes. It will also help to use weather stripping on doors and window seals.

Bait Will Effectively Reduce Cockroach Populations

Gel bait is an effective roach killer. The bait usually comes in the form of a tube and can be applied under baseboards, in cracks and crevices, and near areas that are most likely to attract roaches. While gel bait can be effective in getting rid of roaches, it can also result in many dead roaches lying around your home.

Try The Evans Pest Management Solution

Hiring Evans Pest Control to handle a roach infestation can offer a more effective approach to getting rid of cockroaches and provide for effective long-term cockroach control.