subject: How To Prevent Or Remove A Cockroach Infestation: A Guide To Cockroach Control [print this page] Cockroaches are one of the oldest creepy crawlies, and no one likes to see them around their home or business. However cockroach infestations are a common occurrence in Australia. Cockroaches pose a health hazard to humans because they can exacerbate asthma and carry disease-causing germs. There are several ways you can control cockroaches and prevent them from infesting your home. But if an infestation does occur, it is important to call a professional. Amateur use of chemical pest eliminators can cause a health hazard to others and yourself. Here are some quick tips on how to avoid ending up with a cockroach problem in your home.
Clean
Seems obvious right? Cleaning is the most basic, and most effective, way to prevent a cockroach infestation in your home or business. After any food preparation make sure all counters and surfaces are wiped clean. If possible, minimise the areas in which food is stored and consumed. Any spills of food or drink should be cleaned immediately because such mess attracts cockroaches to your property. Keeping all food and drink sealed tightly will also discourage cockroaches from infesting your home - and will help prevent food from being contaminated.
Tidy
Making sure dishes are not left out overnight, and by removing piles of organic materials from inside and outside your home (paper, boxes etc) limits places for cockroaches to live. Simple measures to keep things tidy can save you from having to deal with a cockroach infestation. Consider using plastic containers for storing old valuables and documents, rather than cardboard.
Seal
It is important to seal entries to your home, including obvious points such as doors and windows, but also smaller entries such as those that surround electrical and gas lines. It is also important to seal places inside your home, such as cupboards. A cheap sealant is all you need and will work in most storage areas, keeping them pest free. Areas of with more humidity are especially important to seal. Leaky pipes and toilets create a damp environment for cockroaches to live and breed in - so make sure your fix plumping problems as soon as you can. Bathroom and kitchen vents can also limit humidity in your home - and consequently decrease its attractiveness to cockroaches.
Call A Professional
Regular cockroach checks and control measures are key in preventing an unsightly, and costly, infestation from occurring. While these checks are a good idea in homes that experience recurring cockroach problems, they are essential for businesses - especially those dealing with food like restaurants and hotels.
Calling a professional pest control service to check and control any cockroach problems on a regular basis will save you money in contaminated goods and maintain a good image for your company.
