Bradenton is a beautiful location in hot and humid Florida. The heated summers and warm winters are a staple of this wonderful area. Sometimes, we all have to escape the heat by staying indoors. Unfortunately, cockroaches can find their way into your home as well. Cockroaches are a common pest that no homeowner wants to see scurrying around. Learn more about these creepy critters and how to keep cockroaches out of your Bradenton home.
Finding Cockroaches In Your Bradenton Home
Most cockroaches have a few defining characteristics. American cockroaches are typically 1.4” to 1.6” in length. They stand out due to their reddish-brown color, six legs, oval shape, and the antennae on their heads. As they travel through an area, their legs collect germs that can contaminate your home.
Cockroaches enjoy dark places with easy access to food and water, so you may not spot them right away. If you notice any of the following signs in your home, you might have a cockroach infestation.
Fleeing Bugs
If you see an insect rushing off underneath your refrigerator or washing machine, it could be a cockroach. Cockroaches prefer hiding out in places that are dark and hard to find. Kitchens, bathrooms, and basements are all perfect spots where cockroaches can collect food crumbs and water.
Eggs
Finding egg capsules is another giveaway. You may find these tiny, dark-colored casings near a roaches’ hiding place.
Droppings
Cockroaches leave behind droppings, saliva, and urine. Because their waste is small, it’s common to mistake them for mouse droppings.
Smell
Not everyone can pick up on the “musty” smell cockroaches produce. If you do notice this strange odor, it could be a sign of roaches.
It’s important to prevent cockroaches from entering your Bradenton home. Their droppings can spread harmful diseases such as E. coli and salmonella. These can also produce dangerous allergens that cause asthma attacks and allergic reactions. So how can you keep your home safe from these filthy pests?
How to Keep Cockroaches Out Of Your Bradenton Home
Cockroaches love clutter. Good cleaning habits will go a long way to keeping your home roach-free. Proper food storage, including pet food, is important. Roaches are incredibly resilient and can survive off the smallest crumbs. Be sure to clean those forgotten places, such as the back of your cupboards and under heavy appliances. If your kitchen, basement, or bathrooms have leaking problems, it’s a great idea to take care of these as well. The goal is to cut off any sources of food and water, along with potential hiding spots.
Small cracks in your walls can invite cockroaches into your Bradenton home. Roaches will also creep up through open drains from sewers. Seal any open cracks in your walls with silicone-based caulk. But even after taking these preventative steps, it can be tricky to know if you still have roaches hiding somewhere. If you kill one or two roaches, you could have an infestation on your hands. Our trusted professionals at Rodent Solutions have the best tools to solve your roach problem.
Rodent Solutions Can Help Rid Your Bradenton Home Of Cockroaches
Cockroaches are a hassle to deal with. Breaking out the bug spray and hoping for the best just isn’t enough. Thankfully, you don’t have to get rid of these dirty, creepy pests on your own. Rodent Solutions can handle the pests for you, keeping your home safe from roaches and other bugs.
Contact us today at Rodent Solutions to learn more about our reliable cockroach control options, and more Bradenton, FL pest control services to help keep you and your family safe.
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