Cockroach Control in Walnut Creek

Small household pests have a few things in common. Most household pests thrive in unsanitary areas or areas of the home where food is around and may not be consistently cleaned up. Moist areas are also attractive. They typically find areas of your home where there may be leaky pipes or an accumulation of water.

Cockroaches are no different than any other pest. They love moist, dark areas. So, they typically frequent crevices, corners, and the underneath of cabinets in bathrooms or kitchens. They can find secret, secluded areas in closets, pantries, or under other pieces of furniture.

Because cockroaches can accumulate in large groups, locating the bulk of the infestation is vital for removal and elimination. Cockroaches develop in three different stages. There are the eggs, nymphs, and adult cockroaches. The nymphs look similar to adult cockroaches and add to the mobile number of roaches in your home. Cockroaches breed consistently throughout the year and some types of cockroaches can have thousands of offspring each year. This means that an efficient process of cockroach control and removal is essential to keep recurring infestations from happening.

Removing the Problem

Removing an infestation begins by locating the infestation. You may see single cockroaches in a certain area of your home, but this may not necessarily be where the group congregates. For an efficient removal, the area where the majority of the cockroaches congregate and lay eggs needs to be where the removal methods are placed or implemented. If you are unsure where the infestation is, professional help can assist you in locating the cockroaches. They are able to work and locate infestations in hard-to-see or reach areas that you may be unaware of. Homeowners can begin the search by looking in common areas:

• Kitchens - underneath or inside cabinets. Behind countertops and appliances.
• Bathrooms - underneath or inside cabinets. Behind the toilet or crevices near showers and tubs.
• Closets - any consistently dark place in your home can be attractive. They prefer areas that are not commonly frequented by humans. Pantries are an easy food source, so dark corners or spaces in these storage areas with cracks or holes can be common areas to find them.

When it comes to the actual removal and elimination, cockroaches are similar to other household pests. Bait and traps are a simple method that homeowners can safely attempt. Gel bait can be placed on suspected areas. This type of bait can be beneficial because cockroaches will consume it and not die straight away. They can go back to the common area and pass on the bait to other cockroaches as well. Boric Acid is another type of elimination method, but it is used in powder form. The frequented areas are sprinkled with the chemical and passing cockroaches will be eliminated. Sticky traps are another form of simple traps homeowners can implement easily themselves. There are many options for homeowners to choose from, but if you have tried several methods and they are not working, calling a professional can help you finally remove the infestation. Mighty Men Pest Control can help you discover what type of cockroaches you have, the location, and the best method of removal for your situation. We know the latest, most effective methods and which ones would be most beneficial for your infestation.