Characteristics of Cockroaches
Cockroaches are typically about 2 to 3 inches in length. They are reddish brown in color with a yellow band behind their head.
Understanding Cockroaches
Diet
Cockroaches typically live outdoors, but will venture inside homes to find food and water. In their natural habitat, cockroaches feed on small insects, tiny wood particles, fungi, and algae. In homes, cockroaches will eat crumbs, food scraps, and spilled foods they can find. They have a tendency to also eat pet foods that are readily available.
Signs of Infestation
- Seeing a cockroach in your home indicates their presence.
- Finding droppings in dark areas such as basements, pantries, or behind appliances.
- Finding the dark colored egg casings is an indicatation of their presence and expansion.
- Smelling a musty smell in their dark areas of your house indicates cockroaches might be present.
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches the Pest PRO Way
Getting and keeping cockroaches out of your home is an ongoing process, not a one time treatment. Our removal process starts with an assessment of your situation. We then identify the best option to move forward with. We use the latest technology and training so we can provide you with the BEST solution available. Lastly, we monitor the situation to ensure the cockroaches do not return.
How to Deal with Cockroaches
Once cockroaches enter your home, it can take substantial amounts of time to get rid of them. Depending on the size of the infestation, many follow-up visits by your Pest PRO might be required. As the homeowner or dweller of the home, it becomes vitally important that you follow any and all instructions given by the Pest PRO. Doing so will help quicken the process as much as possible.
Chemical Free Control Practices
- Clean: eliminate food, water, and shelter sources in your home.
Chemical Control Practices
- Repellent: use insecticide repellents in cracks and crevices to rid them away.
- Baits: use chemically treated baits to lure them in to help get rid of them.
The Pest PRO Approach
Inspect
We’ll investigate your house for the current pest problem and devise a plan for treatment.
Treat
We’ll remove the pest through proper means as well as treat your home to help prevent them from returning.
Protect
We’ll do everything we can to keep the pests out by using whatever means necessary.
