subject: Cockroach Pest Control [print this page] Cockroaches hide away during the day and come out at night to look for food, which is what attracts them to human habitats.
Is That Bug A Cockroach?
You are most likely to see a cockroach if you enter a dark room or open a dark cupboard at night. The most common forms of household cockroach are:
German Cockroach, which measures 1/2 to 5/8 inches, and is light brown in color with two darker stripes behind its head
Brownbanded Cockroach, which is smaller and doesn't have the stripes
American Cockroach, which is much larger and is a more reddish brown
All have long, spiny legs and long antennae. You may also see small brown egg cases called "ootheca."
Why is Pest Control Necessary?
You definitely need pest control because cockroaches carry a range of unpleasant and potentially dangerous diseases, including gastro-enteritis typhoid, dysentery, and other forms of food poisoning. They carry these diseases on their bodies as well as spreading them through their droppings. They are attracted to humans because they feed on just about any kind of food, and eat many things we don't consider food. They spread diseases when they come into contact with human foodstuffs or places where food is prepared. Cockroaches can also cause allergic responses such as rhinitis, dermatitis, and asthma.
Pest Control Action for Cockroaches?
Sticky traps can be used to determine the extent of the problem, and to identify the species of cockroach. If you think you have a cockroach infestation, you should call a professional exterminator. Cockroaches are hardy creatures that can be quite difficult to eradicate. They often hide in difficult-to-reach places, produce large numbers of eggs, and have an extremely efficient breeding process. Pest control for cockroaches includes treating the area with insecticides and continuing the treatment for the duration of a cockroach lifecycle, which is up to six months.
