Common Spots You Should Frequently Check For Cockroaches

Cockroaches are disgusting. They are the most unwelcome guest in your house. You wouldn’t want to see a cockroach in the bathroom during the shower. Right? You are not alone. Everyone hates them, and the worst thing about these cockroaches is that they are so good at hiding. That’s why it makes it difficult for homeowners to get rid of them. People usually get to know about the cockroaches in their house when they are already grown in number. Now, they would have to deal with the infestation.

However, you shouldn’t worry about that because you can always call the pest control company to deal with the infestation. They would make sure that your house is completely cockroach-free.

These cockroaches don’t only look disgusting, but they carry a lot of different pathogens as well. That’s why people may consider calling the company immediately after observing the activity of cockroaches in their house.

In this article, you’ll find out about the most common hiding places for cockroaches.

Cabinets and Drawers 

It would be best if you weren’t under the impression that cockroaches cannot enter the cabinets. They can go inside the cabinet and eat the available food. We recommend taking care of the cleaning of the cabinets and pantry every time. This would ensure that the cabinets seem less attractive to these pesky insects. And, don’t keep the food in the open. Rather, keep them in an air-tight container.

Appliances

You would see the roaches hiding at the back of the fridge, microwave, or other appliance. Unfortunately, this is also one of the favourite hiding spots for cockroaches. Do you know why you find them in the kitchen mostly? That’s because of the ideal temperature, moisture and food.

That’s why it’s vital to have a tidy kitchen. Ensure to clean the counter after eating. And dump the crumbs in your toasters every week. This way, the cockroaches wouldn’t find your kitchen a pleasant kitchen and wouldn’t be interested.

Bathtubs, showers, sinks, and toilets 

As these places contain a fair amount of moisture, they are a go-to place for cockroaches. On top of that, the cockroaches can also find their way to these places from the drains and pipes. It acts like a subway for them, and it’s one of the secret ways to enter your home.

So, how can you prevent that from happening? It’s simple. You need to make sure that none of the pipes or drains have gaps. Seal all of them with caulking. Don’t forget to clean the entire bathroom at least once a week. Just like the way cockroaches hide at the back of the kitchen appliances, likewise, you can find them hiding at the back of the bathroom drawers and other places in the bathroom. As mentioned above, cleanliness is important. It’s the key to keeping these insects away.

Conclusion 

Some of the places where you can find cockroaches are listed above. These are the most common places for cockroaches to hide. Clean your house regularly and especially the places described above to prevent cockroaches from entering your house.

Contact us now to get the best pest control treatment.