Cockroaches have been identified as a common cause of asthma.
Health experts say "inhalation of cockroach feces and body fragments, particularly among inner-city children, has resulted in an explosion of asthma cases in the past two decades."
Being in the pest control industry for 12 years, I've learned quite a few things about cockroaches. There are five basic types of cockroaches that may enter our homes. These basic types are the German cockroach, American cockroach, smokey brown, Oriental, and brown banded cockroaches.
The two smaller types of cockroaches are the German cockroach and the brown banded cockroach. These cockroaches are about 1/2 to 5/8 inches long. The larger types, which most people call waterbugs are the American cockroach, Oriental and Smokey brown cockroaches. These roaches are about 1 to 1-1/2 inches long.
Most cockroaches do not fly but on occasion the larger types such as the American will fly across a room with much embarrassment to you.
Get Rid Of Cockroaches Now!
The old way of treating for german roaches is by cleaning out you cabinets and spraying around your baseboards. Some of the old timers still do this. But let me tell you, I've been treating for german roaches for about 12 years now and all this does is rid your home of these pests for a short period of time. They'll move back into the wall and stay away from the sprays until the smell is gone and then they'll return. Sure, you're going to kill a few. But they will return. The best way I've found is to use baits. I've cleaned many homes of German roaches and it works. You can call a professional but be careful. Not all companies are honest. Read the book ("Pest Control Facts Revealed...Stop Being Cheated By Your Local Pest Control Company" to find out why not all companies are honest.) Or you can do it yourself.
If you do it yourself than here's what you can do. Go to your local hardware store, homecenter or even Walgreen's and buy some ŪCombat roach bait gel. It usually comes in a syringe or tube and apply this gel in all cracks and crevices in your home. All kitchen cabinets ( you don't have to empty your cabinets ). Just apply it in tiny dots about the size of a BB and no larger than a pea. Apply it to all corners of your cabinets and anywhere else you see roaches.
Even boric acid works well. If you have a heavy infestation open up all your electrical switch plate covers and apply in the wall through the switch plate covers.
If you would like to learn more on getting rid of the cockroaches in your home and what to expect click here. Its not as hard as you may think!
Facts - Did you know that you could be letting a criminal or convicted felon into your home! Your plumber, air-conditioner repairman, electrician, carpet cleaner or pest control technician. Although when applying or renewing a license with the State, individuals are required to admit on the license application whether convicted of a felony, the consumer is unaware. Think about it!
To prevent this from happening to you, always ask the company about the person they are sending to your home. You have the right to know. Ask questions. It's time someone stood up for the consumer.
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