Cockroaches are disgusting. They are known to carry and transmit many diseases .They will show up all of a sudden in the middle of the night and they’re just ugly. But one of the things that may be worse than just seeing cockroaches is knowing that more are hiding in your home.
Here are six cockroach hiding places in your house, and what you can do to help prevent roaches in your home.
Kitchen Appliances
Roaches hide in the back of your microwave, under and on the back of your frig and even on your stove! These areas, along with countertop appliances like toasters and coffeemakers are a favorite place to hide because it’s warm and a good place to get bits of food and crumbs When your cleanup always take the time to wipe down those appliances, wipe down the counter tops with an enzyme type cleaner. Vacuum or mop regularly and you will eliminate some of the major attractants of cockroaches.
Cabinets Cockroaches will get into your cabinets! It’s easy for them to into cupboards to dine on any food bits that may have been dropped inside. Clean and vacuum your cabinets and pantry regularly to make them less attractive to those cockroaches, make sure you focus on the cracks and crevasses. Don’t forget to store foods like grains, pastas and pet food in sealed air-tight containers.
Electronics
One place most people don’t think about when it comes down to hiding places for cockroaches is your electronics! Unfortunately, crumbs and other food particles can fall in between and under your keys, those compressed cans of air used to clean dust and debris from your equipment are vital in removing attractants. Some roaches are so small they can wriggle through gaps in the keyboards. Make sure your electronics are less attractive to roaches by setting them aside when you eat and using that canned air to keep keyboards clean.
Pipes
Pipes that run throughout your home tend to be located in dark, warm and moist places. You don’t want roaches to feel comfortable? Regularly check pipes and faucets to make sure there are no leaks. Seal any cracks or holes around plumbing that leads to the outdoors or into walls. Inside your walls is a favorite place for cockroaches to live and thrive.
Furniture
Cockroaches will sometimes find their way to your couch or chairs, especially if there is spilled as you snacks in the seams.. What’s even worse is that they will lay their eggs there also.
Cracks and Crevices
Homes have all sorts of cracks and crevices that can are excellent cockroach hiding places. These include your baseboards and trim, the backs of picture frames and corners where you’ve let the recycling pile up. You could avoid infestations in these areas by eliminating stacks of debris that might attract roaches. In addition, inspect your home to make sure all cracks are sealed and your baseboards and trim fit flush.
Knowing that you have the trained professional at Wheeler’s Pest Control taking care of your cockroach prevention and control needs may put your mind at ease. Contact us so that a trained technician can inspect your home and develop a pest control plan to rid you place of those unwanted pests. Call 951-681-2847
