Cockroaches are one of those pests you really do not want to have in your home. They are usually associated with homes that are unkempt, or filthy, but this isn't always the case. These pests don't really care about what your home looks like as long as they can get the food and water they need in order to survive. These pests are ones that move about at night, so they could very easily go unnoticed in your home. You may have an infestation in your home long before you actually see these pests. If you have an issue with cockroaches, then you more than likely already have a major problem on your hands. Read on for a few things you need to do in order to take back control of your home.
Spray Your Home Thoroughly
Use a pesticide spray around your home, including in your pantry and in all of your cabinets and drawers of your kitchen. Remove all food items and other items as well so you can do a thorough job spraying all of these interior areas where these pests may have been residing in your home. Use a pesticide spray that indicates it will get rid of cockroaches. Spray along the baseboards of your home, in crawl spaces, and in basements as well. Remember to spray beneath sink basins as well.
Set Cockroach Traps
Cockroach traps can be effective in getting rid of these pests. You need to set the traps beneath sink basins and in cabinets, as well as in your pantry. Set the traps around your home and reset the traps every couple of days. You can find the traps at most hardware stores. The traps will lure in the pests and kill them. Toxic baits can also be effective in killing these pests.
Wipe Down All Surfaces Often
Wipe down all surfaces in your home often to clean up where these pests have been crawling through your home and to clean up anything that these pests may be using as food for themselves. Grease smears and splatters can be food for these pests, as can the leftover food particles in your sink drain. Wipe down all areas and remove food sources these pests may be using.
Repair Water Leaks
Water leaks can be what is luring these pests into your home. You need to make the repairs necessary in your home to get rid of these water leaks. Moisture from water leaks can lead to other pest problems as well including ants, mice, silverfish, and termites. Never allow water to leak or drip in your home. Make the repairs as needed.
If you have a problem with cockroaches, you can use the information above to help you, or you can hire a pest control service, such as Pass Pest Control, to help you.
