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What are cockroaches?

Cockroaches are scavenger insects that resemble beetles. There are many species of cockroaches, but two of the most common in the Idaho area are the German cockroach and the smoky brown cockroach.

German roach

German cockroaches are about 1/2 an inch long, oval-shaped, and have six legs. They are light brown in color and have two parallel stripes on their back near their head. Although they have wings, German cockroaches rarely fly, preferring instead to run. Cockroaches are scavengers, which means they feed on dead organisms. They’ll eat almost anything, such as animal carcasses, feces, garbage, book bindings, and toothpaste.

American cockroach

The largest roach in Idaho, measuring up to 2.06 inches long. They are reddish-brown in color with a yellow figure-eight pattern on the back of their head. While they can sometimes enter homes, they are primarily found in city sewer systems.

Are cockroaches dangerous?

Cockroaches are dangerous for a couple of reasons. First, their traveling and eating habits take them to many unsanitary places where they pick up bacteria, parasites, and other pathogens. If they then enter your home and walk around on your countertops, bathroom fixtures, and food, they will contaminate them with these germs, leaving you susceptible to serious illness. Cockroaches have been linked to the spread of thirty-three types of bacteria, six different parasitic worms, and at least seven other pathogens. Another reason to be concerned about a cockroach infestation is that they can trigger asthma symptoms, and even asthma attacks, in certain individuals.

Why do I have a cockroach problem?

Cockroaches sometimes enter homes when carried inside in boxes or bags, or by crawling in through any small opening they can find. If your home is humid or you have a moisture problem somewhere, and if you have a readily available food supply, roaches will be interested in staying in your home. They will also begin to reproduce, making your initially small problem quickly grow larger.

Where will I find cockroaches?

Cockroaches prefer warm, humid areas, and are most often found in kitchens, often hidden under sinks. However, they can also be found in bathrooms since moisture levels tend to be high in those rooms. Even a room with lower humidity may be at risk if it offers a food supply. Pantries, dining rooms, living rooms, or any room where you eat or leave food is at risk.

How do I get rid of cockroaches?

Cockroaches are some of the most difficult pests to get rid of. They have many defenses to protect themselves, including the ability to hold their breath for up to forty minutes. They can even live without a head for a week! Even if you figure out a way to kill them, cockroaches are excellent at hiding, so it’s unlikely that you’ll eliminate the entire problem through a DIY approach.

Super Nova Pest Control offers pest control that will get to the source of your problem. We will eliminate every cockroach that has entered your home and help to ensure that none return in the future.

How can I prevent cockroaches in the future?

Preventing cockroaches is far preferable to treating them after they’ve invaded your Idaho property.

The following tips can help prevent them from entering your home:

Do not leave food out on your counters or in open containers.
Clean up crumbs, spills, and messes immediately after they occur.
Wash dirty dishes after use, or put them in the dishwasher right away.
Take out the garbage frequently.
Check periodically for leaks, and repair any you find immediately.
Lower moisture levels in your home with the help of dehumidifiers.
Seal all cracks and holes around the outside of your house to prevent cockroaches from getting inside.

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