Did you know that German cockroaches are not just a gross pest that turns your stomach? In addition to being off-putting, these roaches spread diseases and trigger German cockroach allergies. As a consequence, exterminating roaches is key to complete pest control in Yakima County.
In this blog, we'll help you understand all about the German cockroach, including their habits, the dangers they present, and tricks to help you get rid of them. There are a number of roach pest control techniques that the technicians from Prosite can help you implement. In addition, our experts can help you exterminate any roach infestation you may be dealing with and help you prevent German cockroaches from coming back.
Habits And Behaviors Of German Cockroaches
German cockroaches, like most pests you will encounter, enter your home in search of food, water, and shelter. To that end, examining their behavior in the context of those top priorities is most effective. First of all, adult German cockroaches are nocturnal, so you will rarely see many of them during the day. All else equal, they like humidity. They also prefer to hide in out of the way places. To that end, they may hide in or near plumbing, in walls and crawl spaces, or in cabinetry. Even though they have wings, you're likely to find them scampering about on the floor as they scavenge for food and dart from place to place. They often hide in places that give them easy access to either food or water sources.
Why It's Dangerous To Have German Cockroaches In Your Home
German cockroach infestations in your home can lead to allergic reactions and diseases. Consider the nature of the German cockroach. They often seek out decaying organic matter, including trash and sewage, before hiding in the recesses of your home and coming out to look for food. In their search for food, they come into contact with nearly every square inch of your home, including your countertops, toothbrush, and even any food that has been left out. As they run around your home, their cockroach legs track dirt and disease throughout your home. Listeriosis, salmonella, and dysentery are some of the many conditions that these roaches spread. Due to the many uncomfortable symptoms of these diseases, your best bet is to call the professionals the minute you discover that you have a German cockroach problem.
The Trick To Completely Get Rid Of German Cockroaches In Your House
The best methods for getting rid of German cockroaches in your home include removing entry points and reducing these pests' access to adequate food, water, and shelter. Want to learn how to deter cockroaches? Take a look at the following list:
- Keep your food in airtight containers.
- Keep both indoor and outdoor trashcans sealed with tight-fitting lids.
- Repair leaky pipes.
- Remove clogs from gutters and maintain drainage systems.
- Repair cracks in your home's exterior.
- Replace broken window screens and install weatherstripping and door sweeps.
Call the professionals at Prosite for further German cockroach control techniques.
How To Prevent Cockroaches From Returning To Your Home
A German cockroach infestation is a serious matter. They do nothing but infect your food and living quarters with disease and trigger allergies. Due to the variety of illnesses that can befall you and your family and the sheer repulsive nature of German cockroaches, call Prosite today to schedule an appointment. We will thoroughly inspect your home and remove all access points to the home through which these unwanted roaches may be able to gain entry. Next, we will develop a pest control treatment plan designed to completely exterminate your German cockroach problem. Lastly, we offer maintenance plans that will help to ensure that you have a clean, safe home, free of roaches and all other unwanted pests.