During the day, you typically don't see them, but when you stumble into the bathroom in the middle of the night and turn on the lights, there they are! As soon as the lights come on, you see those hideous winged creatures running for cover while you shriek in horror.
If you encounter cockroaches in your Richmond home, they are in your home. You may not see them during the day, but they are present in dark corners. To get rid of cockroaches, you need the best pest control in Richmond, Allied Termite and Pest Control Of Greater Richmond. Our trained experts will eliminate the cockroaches in your home so you won't have any late-night encounters.
FAQ: Home Remedies For Roach Infestations
When cockroaches show up, most homeowners are ready for a fight! The following are common home remedies for cockroaches:
- Duct Tape: Making a duct tape trap is a safe way to get rid of cockroaches. Place a strip of duct tape upside-down with a piece of food for bait. When the cockroaches go for food, they will get stuck.
- Baking Soda Mixture: Sprinkle a mixture of equal parts of baking soda and sugar in the areas you've seen cockroaches. This treatment will require multiple applications over the next several days.
- Boric Acid: Although not as safe for animals and humans as the baking soda method, boric acid is a highly effective treatment for cockroaches and ants. Leave a light dusting of the acid in infested areas and keep it dry so it won't lose its effectiveness.
- Diatomaceous Earth: When purchasing this all-natural substance, buy the food-grade version because it won't harm your pets or humans. The fossilized remains, which comprise diatomaceous earth, harm the digestive system by killing the cockroaches.
- Fabric Softener: Mix three parts of this common laundry item in a spray bottle with two parts of water and pour them into a spray bottle. Keep the bottle handy so that when you see a cockroach, do a quick shake of the bottle and spray the pest. This homemade cockroach spray takes a little work because you have to squirt the bug when you see it.
There are other home remedy ideas online, but these are some of the easiest, best, and safest ways how to get rid of cockroaches in your house. Other ideas can help deter cockroaches from entering your Richmond home. Although somewhat effective, the only way to get rid of cockroaches is to allow our crew at Allied Termite and Pest Control Of Greater Richmond to partner with you.
How Long Will It Take To Get Rid Of Roaches In My Home?
There are several factors one must take into consideration regarding how long it will take to get rid of cockroaches in the house, such as:
- Infestation Size
- Cockroach Type
- Accessibility Of Areas
- Surrounding Environment
No one can legitimately promise an overnight resolution to your cockroach problem; however, it is reasonable to expect significant results in about three weeks. Assuming the homeowner follows our recommendations, total elimination of the cockroaches in your home is likely to be accomplished within six months.
Finding The Roach Hiding Spots In Your Home
Cockroaches can squeeze into small spaces. The following are common hiding locations for most cockroach species:
- Under kitchen appliances
- Inside kitchen cabinets
- Beneath kitchen countertops
- Inside kitchen pantries
- Near leaky drain pipes
- Between furniture cushions
- Behind pictures
The combination of food crumbs, moisture, and dark corners provides the perfect environment for cockroaches to build a thriving community. Sweep, wipe down, vacuum, and inspect these areas regularly for cockroach eggs.
Keeping Roaches In Richmond Away From Your Home Forever!
There are numerous places cockroaches can hide in your Richmond home. You can do things to fight against an infestation; however, the best solution is to allow our team at Allied Termite and Pest Control Of Greater Richmond to solve your cockroach problem. Call us today and let us start working for you so you can rest at night.