The Secret To Effective German Cockroach Control In Saratoga Springs

April 15, 2021

Do you know what cockroaches like? If you don’t, you’re going to have a difficult time trying to get control of these insects. Cockroach attractants in your yard can bring cockroaches into your home. Once inside, attractants in your home can allow roaches to grow a large population and present a health threat to you and your family. The worst of all roach pests are German cockroaches. These are the most common cockroach pests we see in Saratoga springs. While the tips we are going to provide today are specifically for this roach species, they can be applied to address all cockroaches in our Saratoga Springs area.

Yard Attractants

When a roach comes into your yard, it’s looking for a few things. If you address these, you’ll make the perimeter around your home more resistant to German cockroach activity.

• Remove trash from your property, weekly. Keep trash receptacles free of odors. Make sure your receptacles have working covers.
• Remove leaves, sticks, and other organic debris in your landscaping and near your exterior walls.
• Move objects away from your exterior walls. Roaches hide underneath these.
• Address clogged or damaged gutters. These cause oversaturation of the soil near your home.
• Trim vegetation in your landscaping to allow your plants to stay dry.
• If you have a dog, stay on top of waste removal because cockroaches eat feces.

Entry Points

There are many ways roaches can get into your home. The most common entry points are near the ground. Inspect your exterior for:

• Space around pipes.
• Gaps in the weather stripping around exterior doors.
• Poor contact between door sweeps and concrete.
• Wood holes created by carpenter ants, rodents, and other pests.
• Gaps around wood panels and enclosures.
• Cracks in your slab foundation or foundation walls.

Interior Moisture

When roaches get into your home and find droplets of water or high humidity, they will be very happy. Water is a building block of life. They’ll drink those little droplets and hang out in spaces that stay humid. Moisture can also dampen paper products and cardboard which makes them appetizing to roaches. A cockroach can break down cellulose like a silverfish does.

• Leaky faucets or showerheads create a constant supply of water droplets.
• Poorly ventilated spaces can be humid. Adding fans or dehumidifiers can make a big difference.
• Don’t underestimate the benefit of using the fan in your bathroom. It vents the moisture out of this humid space. 

Food Sources

There are so many things cockroaches can eat. They’ll eat the food you eat. They’ll eat the food your pets eat. They’ll eat dead skin cells, hair, and other organic matter in your bathroom. They’ll eat food particles that drop into your couch or onto the floor. They’ll eat the grime off the side of your oven. They’ll get into your trash bin and find a meal.

• Vacuum your rugs and clean your floors routinely.
• Clean your kitchen and pantry. Be sure to clean shelves.
• Deep clean around appliances.
• Store pantry foods in sealed containers.
• Store potatoes in a sealed container.
• Pick up food after your pets have had their mealtime.

When Cockroach Control Products Are Needed

If you have a large infestation, high cockroach pressures, or conditions that are making it difficult for you to manage cockroaches, direct control is needed. There are many products that can be used to get control of roaches, such as baits, insect growth regulators, dusts, etc. These should be selected and administered by a licensed pest professional. You can waste money, time, and energy trying to get rid of German cockroaches only to have them continue to present a health threat to you and everyone living in your home.

Professional Cockroach Control In Saratoga Springs

Remember that the service team here at Avenge Pest Control is always available to assist you with your pest concerns. We use the most advanced methods and products in a multi-pronged approach to achieve the best results. Reach out to us today for immediate assistance.