Best Treatment of Cockroaches
Cockroach infestation is the worst pest problem that is painstaking for both home and business owners. This insect is a resilient, stubborn and toughest amongst others insect pest infestation, this is why no one want them in their home. For an exterminator, the same truth applies as eliminating them is a challenge and requires best cockroaches control practices along with the patient.
Before we talk about the best treatment, let’s quickly go through a little bit about why cockroaches are such filthy pests. You probably heard this news” Cockroach infestation among ‘critical violations’ of kitchen at center of daycare E. coli outbreak in Calgary” (source Calgary Herald). Cockroaches were the big source of E. coli for day care children in Calgary as they contaminate food prepared for children. Studies shows, besides Escherichia colie (food poison), prominently could be the carrier of Staphylococcus aureus (cause of skin and soft tissue infection), Shigella dysenteriae (shigella infection diarrhea), Salmonella enterica (cause of stomach disease).
The environmentally DIY methods include following steps;
This is the first step, you prevent a problem before it happens. Cockroaches main source of introduction in a structure is through household items movement, old furniture, groceries, even delivery packages (may be stored in infested locations) can bring cockroaches. You can only scan for adult cockroaches, not eggs or the very first stage of cockroach, but if you see an adult immediately kill it before hiding Multi dwelling building? Prevention in attached units is not easy, instead they spread and migrate easily from a dirty unit to a very clean unit, mainly through plumbing and electrical connections, windows, and gallery doors. Caulk cracks and gaps, if any and keep doors and windows closed and screened.
German cockroach is the main cockroach species infested Alberta homes and commercial facilities. Elimination of food sources can help in eliminating German Cockroaches as with no food can survive for 2 weeks and with only water can survive 42 days. (Ref; Uni. of Florida). They require a tiny amount of food e.g. crumbs, oil or grease therefore by regular cleaning and sanitation of food preparing and serving area can reduce their chances to multiply fast, ultimately reducing their population. Kitchen appliances are the main source of harboring and hiding cockroaches e.g. toasters, toaster ovens, microwaves, ovens, stoves, and refrigerators. All such appliances should be kept clean and free of food particles and grease. Some of the other steps are; vacuuming, food storage in a closed and tight container, trash bin kept clean around and a filled one removed immediately.
Reduction in Water Sources; As mentioned above cockroaches survive 42 days only with water, therefore reduction in source of moisture helps along with other sanitation steps. The most common source of moisture is under the refrigerator condensation tray, kitchen and washroom sinks and sump pump water tank area. These areas should be wiped dry frequently and insulate any water pipe if possible.
This is a DIY treatment step after prevention and sanitation measures. You can purchase non-to less-toxic chemicals from various hardware stores e.g. Boric Acid, Diatomaceous Earth and Traps. Please read instructions for effective use of these chemicals.
Boric acid; If applied correctly, kill cockroaches effectively but slowly. As cockroaches crawl through the boric acid it contacts its legs, antennae, and lower body, later while grooming cockroaches ingest boric acid and act as stomach poison.
Diatomaceous Earth/ Silica Gel; A non-toxic substance and act directly on the skin or exoskeletons as abrasive agent, causes insects to dry out and die by absorbing the oils and fats from the cuticle of the insect’s exoskeleton, resultant hard skin thin enough start losing moisture and dehydrating them. It remains effective as long as it is kept dry and undisturbed. A layer of diatomaceous earth is enough and should dust most active areas of cockroaches e.g. apply as a fine layer under appliances (stove, fridge), under sink, crevices, gaps, between cabinets and at the backs of lower cabinets.
Traps;
Glue or sticky traps most often used in cockroach monitoring. These traps help in reducing cockroaches population along with the use of non-toxic chemicals. Their proper placement is very important e.g. near the garbage, under the sink, in the cabinets, under and behind the refrigerator, and in the bathroom.
DIY treatment in most cockroaches infestation could not eliminate cockroaches from your home or business. Many factors involved in unsuccessful DIY strategy e.g. keep migrating from others units, food and hiding locations in abundance (clutters), structure integrity (gaps & crevices), very high population. Hiring a professional cockroach exterminator, like Bro Cockroach Control Edmonton is the best way to get rid of a severe cockroach infestation. We have expertise, knowledge and variety of control strategy, access to better treatment methods than above DIY users to deal with the problem. Call our cockroach technician today at 780-707-6119.