Common Kitchen Pests

There is really nothing more upsetting than finding a critter in your kitchen. Whether it is a cockroach, rodent, or insect, those creepy crawlers give most people the chills. Just thinking about them near food and cooking areas is just unhealthy and unsettling. While many people scream and run the other way, we suggest taking a closer look to identify what the critter is so you can take steps to rid your kitchen area of these unwanted visitors. What are the most common kitchen pests that homeowners encounter? Here's some basic information about what you may find lurking in your kitchen. Call Pest-End for a thorough treatment program suited for your home and family.Cockroaches - German cockroaches are, by far, the most prevalent in this region but there are other types such as the American or Oriental that could be finding safe harbor in your kitchen. Not only are German cockroaches very adaptable to different living situations, this type of cockroach is the most common cockroach species to be found in houses, apartments, restaurants and hotels They are attracted to food debris, grease, moisture, clutter (especially cardboard), and heat: making your kitchen an ideal spot to find food and shelter. Usually cockroaches hitchhike on deliveries or crawl through cracks, crevices and holes to gain entry to your kitchen area. We suggest a professional treatment program to eradicate all that you can see and those that are hiding in the nooks and crannies of your kitchen.Rodents - Mice and rats love kitchens as they are a one-stop shopping location for food, water and even shelter. These critters find entrance through holes or gaps in foundations, walls, floors, windows and dropped ceilings. They are known for carrying disease and viruses so treating for them is critical for the health of your family. They even have been known to chew through wallboard, insulation and wiring. Pest-End can recommend a treatment program that will provide protection to your family and the environment.Flies - There are several types of flies that may be invading your kitchen: House flies, Fruit flies and Drain flies are among the most common. Like the other kitchen pests, they are attracted to grease, grime, moisture, and organic matter. Prevention includes strict sanitation methods as well as finding the breeding area. Once that is done treatment can be done and maintenance of a clean environment will dissuade return of these annoyances.Ants - Carpenter ants love a kitchen full of even the tiniest crumbs and moisture. Ants can locate even the smallest entryway into your kitchen. Nests commonly exist in walls or just outside the dwelling to make for easy access to food and water. Sealing entry points and a program of treatments at regular intervals can stop these uninvited guests from returning annually.