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Cockroach Mating Behavior | Get Rid of Roaches
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I control cockroaches?
Cockroaches can wreak havoc on your home. To win the war in cockroach control, here’s what you should know:
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Entry: Cockroaches can enter your home in many different ways, from the outside through cracks and crevices, vents, sewer and drain pipes. We even bring them in on products like grocery bags, boxes, purses and on our person!
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Ideal Environment: Your home is an ideal breeding ground for certain pest species of cockroaches. With plenty of food, warmth, water and nesting sites, they can remain active all year round.
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Reproduction: Cockroaches reproduce quickly. For every one you see there can be many, many more hiding and multiplying behind your walls.
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Evasiveness: Because cockroaches typically are nocturnal, if you’ve seen one, you probably haven’t seen them all. The few cockroaches you see by day could mean they were likely forced out by overcrowding; a possible sign of severe infestation.
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Allergies/Asthma: The debris created by cast-off cockroach skins, dead bodies and droppings can aggravate allergies, especially in children and sensitive individuals.
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Do it yourself ineffectiveness: Cockroaches are better at hiding than you are at finding them, and their eggs are naturally protected from many over-the-counter insecticides. Without special equipment, materials and know-how, cockroach control can be a losing battle.
How much does an exterminator cost for cockroaches?
The cost of a cockroach exterminator varies depending on the pest control treatment plan. Get a free quote and contact your local Orkin Branch Office to request a comprehensive pest inspection from an Orkin Pro.
How do exterminators get rid of cockroaches?
There are a variety of strategies an exterminator can use to get rid of cockroaches. Connect with an Orkin Pro to create an effective roach treatment plan for your home, and answer roach control questions like, what to expect after exterminators spray for roaches.
Where do cockroaches live?
A cockroach is a resourceful pest able to survive almost anywhere that food, water, and shelter are available. Because humans have similar needs, it’s no fluke that the pests thrive in houses. Learn more.
How do I get cockroaches out of hiding?
Cockroaches live almost anywhere that food, water, and shelter are available which can include everything from cabinets under sinks to inside or under garbage cans, or near food prep areas. Learn more.
What attracts roaches to a home, even if it's a clean house?
When it comes to cockroaches, garbage, sewage, carrion, and crumbs are all fair game — if it's there, they'll eat it. Even the most spotless homes may have cockroaches lurking in the shadows. These pests can hitch a ride on infested items brought inside, or even enter through drains or sewer pipes. Learn more.
Are cockroaches dangerous?
Cockroaches might taint your food with E. coli and Salmonella, and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals by their cast-off cockroach skins, dead bodies, and droppings. Read more about the dangers of roaches and infestations.
Why do cockroaches come out at night?
Cockroaches are nocturnal insects, and they prefer dark, moist places to hide and breed. Learn more about signs of roach infestations.