Cockroaches are known for many disgusting characteristics. The sight of a cockroach in your home doesn’t necessarily mean there is an infestation. But that makes you skeptical enough to be worried about their presence in the first place. What makes our immaculate and organized homes attractive to these cockroaches anyway? Let’s find that out below. Also, we will tell you some important facts about cockroaches in Cambridge.
Here it goes. There are mainly three species of cockroaches that are found in Cambridge, Canada: The German cockroach, the Oriental cockroach, and the American cockroach. These names have nothing to do with any race or culture. It’s just their common characteristics and their origin that assigns them the names. German cockroaches are about half an inch in size, while American cockroaches can be as big as 2 inches. Oriental ones don’t differ by size but their dark brown, almost reddish colour.
How to Get Rid of the Cockroaches?
1. Keep your home clean at all times
It is quite obvious, but sometimes we don’t realize what level of cleaning is required to keep the cockroaches away. As we mentioned earlier, cockroaches’ biggest enemies are all those good things that we use in making our homes smell fresh and look clean. It’s not only about looking clean. Sometimes there is so much filth under our sinks that it becomes the favorite hangout spot for these roaches.
2. Be very careful with food items
If you never want any of these creatures making their way into your home, it is best to immediately clean any spills or crumbs. Dishes are supposed to be done before you go to bed and then keep them in the cabinet or wherever you store them, only when they are dry. One more important thing to do before going to bed is to take out the garbage as it may contain any leftovers. Always store your snacks in airtight jars and sealed containers.
3. Use essential oils in mops
It is not compulsory or very scientific, but using some of the essential oils with your mop can really keep cockroaches away. Lavender, citrus, and other refreshing aromas are very displeasing for cockroaches. Even if you don’t want to mix any essential oils, just make sure you are using an antibacterial floor cleaner.
4. Boric Acid is the ultimate solution
When you are on your own against cockroaches, Boric Acid may come in handy. It doesn’t deter the cockroaches nor attracts them. But as soon as a cockroach passes through it, it starts working. Boric Acid can be your go-to trap for cockroaches. Since German cockroaches consume anything that they come across – even their own kind. Yes, cockroaches eat dead or sometimes an injured cockroach too. With the boric Acid in the dying cockroach’s system, you have set a good enough trap to kill many of them without doing much.
Conclusion
Cockroach infestation is not something to be taken lightly. They contaminate food items, and they are nightcrawlers – the rest is up to your imagination. Therefore, it is best to contact a professional pest control service. Pesticon is providing a reliable and long-term cockroach extermination service in Cambridge. Make the most of it and get rid of these roaches once and for all.