German Cockroaches
The word cockroach conjures up images of creepy, crawly, insects that invade by the hundreds and stand out as a most feared household pest. German cockroaches are one of the most common roaches found in apartment houses, restaurants, and hotels. German cockroaches (eggs included), are "brought in", usually on human belongings such as luggage, boxes or packages. All it really takes is one egg capsule and six months later you have a cockroach issue.Identifying a Cockroach Issue -In most cases homeowners will know they have an issue when they start seeing German Cockroaches throughout the house or adjoining structures. Additionally, excrement that looks similar to spots of black pepper will start appearing in corners and crevices. If this seems like small stuff, consider that the different forms of gastroenteritis (food poisoning, dysentery, diarrhea, and other illnesses) appear to be the principal diseases transmitted by German cockroaches. If that is not enough to turn your stomach, German cockroaches produce odorous secretions that can affect the flavor of various foods.Look for German Cockroaches in hidden places such as:
- Cracks and Crevices
- Behind and under refrigerators
- Behind and under stoves
- Behind and under microwaves and toasters
- Under tops of tables
- Behind and under sinks
- Cabinets-corners and cracks and crevices
- And the list of hiding places goes on and on. . .
If you are unsure what type of pest may have entered your home, then call Pest-End for a thorough inspection and evaluation of your home. In the meantime, keep your home clean and sanitary so to not encourage cockroaches to take up a home in your home. German roaches only need a small amount of food to sustain them.
- Remove indoor trash or keep them emptied.
- Keep trash dumpsters clean.
- Make sure food is not left in sink strainers and frequently run the garbage disposal.
- Keep dishes clean, no residue of food remaining.
- All kitchen appliances should be maintained in clean conditions so that it is food free and grease free.
- All pet food needs to be picked up.
- No food left out.
- Sweeping or vacuuming of any food particles or crumbs.
- Clean any crumbs or food particles in your kitchen cabinets.
