Do Cockroaches Stay in One Place or do They Move a Lot?

Do Cockroaches Stay in One Place or do They Move a Lot?

You can find cockroaches anywhere on the planet. For millions of years, cockroaches have been able to survive pretty much anywhere. Their adaptive nature allows them to live on very small amounts of food and they can eat just about anything. Not only that, but cockroaches have no trouble moving from place to place, so…

Do Cockroaches Create Nests?

Do Cockroaches Create Nests?

Cockroaches are great at hiding. You may have turned the lights on in your kitchen one night and seen one scatter away. But where do the cockroaches go? Is there a nest somewhere in the house? The answer is no, not really. Cockroaches are opportunists that will hide in any dark part of the kitchen…

Can Vacuum Cleaners Kill Cockroaches?

Can Vacuum Cleaners Kill Cockroaches?

Cleanliness is very important when treating an area for cockroaches or preventing them from moving in. These pests are attracted to any sort of food that is left out, so maintaining a clean environment is very important. If you happen to find a cockroach in your home while vacuuming, you can absolutely use the vacuum…

Can Cold Kill Cockroaches?

Can Cold Kill Cockroaches?

Cockroaches are some of the most difficult pests to get rid of. They’re resistant to pesticides, they can survive for months without food, and they can hide in the tiniest of gaps. You may have tried what feels like everything to get rid of them, but what about the cold? As cockroaches, like many other…

Are Cockroaches Harmful to Human Health?

Are Cockroaches Harmful to Human Health?

Cockroaches are terrifying creatures. They plague restaurants and apartment buildings, causing all kinds of trouble. But do they cause any real harm? The answer is yes: cockroaches spread many harmful diseases and allergens. Cockroaches carry bacteria and parasites with them wherever they go, and they have the potential to make people very sick. It’s important…

Why are cockroaches attracted to electrical outlets?

Why are cockroaches attracted to electrical outlets?

You might see cockroaches coming out o your electric outlets here and there and that makes you wonder why they are there in the first place? As with every pest, they invade a home for mainly three reasons shelter, food, and water. The reason why cockroaches are attracted to electrical outlets is quite simple when…

How to get rid of cockroaches on ceilings

How to get rid of cockroaches on ceilings?

You might ask yourself how the cockroach even got up there? Surprisingly there are a lot of surfaces cockroaches can walk on and even vertically and upside down. This is thanks to their grip they have when walking on surfaces like these, but even the mighty cockroach as some limitations to its abilities. Learning how to…

How to get rid of cockroaches in walls?

How to get rid of cockroaches in walls?

There seem to be a lot of online sources that suggest the use of boric acid. Boric acid can be very effective, but when it’s diluted with water it renders it weaker. The issue with boric acid is that it can be very easily diluted where there is no way back. Making an effective boric…

How to disinfect the kitchen after bed bug infestation?

How to Disinfect the Kitchen after Bed Bug Infestation?

When an exterminator has visited your home you might be relieved but there are some things to take care of when s/he treated your property for bed bugs. It is important to give the treated rooms some time before entering them. Some people who might be immune-compromised might have to consult their physician to do…

How to clean your house after cockroach infestation?

How to clean your house after cockroach infestation?

Cleaning up after a cockroach infestation is all about discipline and maintenance. Just because you had a cockroach infestation does not mean that you have to stop tidying and cleaning your home or office space. The key here is to regularly maintain a cleaning regimen that minimizes the risk of attracting other insects that may…