One of the biggest nightmare scenarios any homeowner can face is that of a cockroach infestation. They are nasty little insects who can breed seemingly at will and prove to be very tricky to get rid of. However, many experts have provided their advice here on the easiest ways to get rid of them and how to prevent them from infesting your domain in the first place.
Cut Off The Lifeline
Even though cockroaches can survive for long periods of time without sustenance, they still need food and water at some point to survive. This is why it is important to look for any water sources which may be available to these pests. Even one leaky pipe may prove to be a water source for an untold number of cockroaches. While it is true that cockroaches are capable of surviving from unusual food sources such as the glue from a postage stamp, they are attracted to crumbs and stray food that people leave around their homes. To deter cockroaches from being attracted to your home, clean up after yourself and do not leave any spilled water sources that they may feast upon.
Hire The Professionals
Certainly, the most hands-off approach available to any homeowner is to simply call in a professional pest controllers Bondi company. They will give you a list of rules on how to prepare the home for their arrival and then they will take it from there. If you are particularly sensitive to certain chemicals or you prefer a non-chemical way of treating the home, let them know ahead of time. While not every company can accommodate your request, most can and will.
Bait Them Yourself
If you do not want exterminators coming into your home or you would simply prefer to handle things yourself, almost every supermarket or hardware store sells cockroach bait. This can be anything from sweet-smelling poisons that attract them to actual “roach motels” that lure them inside and then refuse to release them. While most brands are more than enough to handle the job, make sure to read the instructions on the back of the product or packaging as in every instance you will be dealing with poison. If you are living with children or pets, it may be a good idea to house them elsewhere while the treatment is in effect. This is especially true when using such things as foggers. In fact, people with compromised immune systems may want to steer clear of cockroach foggers altogether.
As you can see, there are some very simple ways to both deter and get rid of cockroaches altogether. By simply sticking to the tips and advice listed in this article, you are virtually guaranteed a roach-free home for years to come. Don’t let the roaches get the upper hand.
