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Minimize Cockroach Infestations This Season
Sara M. George

 

One of the most disgusting and unwanted pest in the world is hands down the cockroach. According to AAFA, 63 percent of homes in the U.S. contain cockroaches and their particles, including saliva, droppings and decomposing body parts. To not be within that percentage, it’s important to maintain your home and take preventative measures to minimize a cockroach infestation. Local Exterminator discusses ways in which you can prevent and control cockroaches in your home.

 

Cockroach Warning Signs

  • In Person – The most obvious sign you have a cockroach infestation is actually seeing them in your home. If you see one or even a few, this could be an indication that there are lots more just out of sight.
  • Shells – Cockroaches shed their skins. These are usually found in secluded areas of a home and can be a dead giveaway that you have a cockroach infestation.
  • Unpleasant Smell – Cockroaches release a chemical smell in order to attract a mate. It can be described as a strong oily smell that is unpleasant to humans. A few places you may notice this smell if you have a cockroach infestation are storage areas, garages, or attic spaces.
  • Droppings – Roaches leave their droppings everywhere. Droppings can be found in kitchen drawers, on shelves or even in cabinets. They may also leave behind droppings on the floor near baseboards.

Cockroach Prevention

If you’ve encountered a roach or two inside your house, consider the following prevention tips.

  • CLEAN! The cleaner your home is, the less likely cockroaches will want to stick around.
  • DO NOT leave food out overnight! Cockroaches will sniff out anything left out overnight and make it a meal. If food or grease spills, be sure to clean it up immediately.
  • Minimize food locations! Keep all your food in one general area to avoid more possible feeding grounds. The fewer options for these pests the better.
  • Sealable Lids! Make sure all of your trashcans and open food containers have tight-fitting lids. This will eliminate the easy access for cockroaches.
  • Reduce moisture around your home! One way you can do this is by installing a dehumidifier in your basement where cockroaches are likely to seek shelter.

Cockroach Pest Control In Metro Atlanta

 

If you notice any of the above signs or you think you may have a roach infestation, you should contact a pest control company right away. At Local Exterminator, Inc we have the skills, experience, and equipment necessary to help you eliminate roaches from your home. A roach infestation is unsanitary, and it can make your home a very unpleasant living space. If you are experiencing problems with roaches in your home, call us today. As pest control professionals, we can help to ensure that your home becomes a roach-free zone.

 

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