Cockroaches can invade apartments through luggage, clothing, or furniture and often go unnoticed. They prefer dark, secluded areas with high moisture levels and will eat anything and everything. Over-the-counter insecticides may not be as effective as professional-grade insecticides used by licensed pest control technicians. Technicians use various forms of insecticides to reach deep harborage areas and treat the source of the infestation.
If you have cockroaches that you need to get rid if, hire professional and licensed exterminators from Pest Control Oshawa.
Cockroaches invade apartments for access to food and water, not because the space is dirty. The only way to effectively combat a cockroach infestation is to hire a professional. To prevent future infestations, keep food and water sources clean and store them in sealed containers, regularly clean the kitchen, fix leaks, and seal cracks and crevices in the walls and floors.
Keeping living spaces and spaces that have food and water sources tidy is especially important since cockroaches will flock to these areas to get their sustenance. Cockroaches as already mentioned are attracted to moisture and food. The best and direct way to get rid of these is to clean up and to wipe all surfaces where food is present and that includes the floors as well.
If you’re experiencing a small cockroach infestation in your kitchen, there are several natural methods to get rid of them. You can try the following DIY techniques or reach out to a professional cockroach control expert.
Soap and Water Mix
Mix a cup of water with half a cup of liquid detergent to create an effective cockroach repellent. The soap and water will penetrate the cockroach’s exoskeleton, causing it to become paralyzed.
Bay Leaves
Bay leaves can be used as a deterrent against cockroaches. Place them in the kitchen and around the affected areas. However, their potency decreases over time and their quality is important, as they will only be effective for about a year.
Borax with Attractant
Combine borax with powdered sugar to attract and kill cockroaches. The sugar will attract the cockroaches, who will then eat the borax and die.
For effective and affordable cockroach control, call the professionals at Pest Control Oshawa at 905-581-3789