Cockroach Proofing to Avoid Pest Problems

Arizona is home to several species of cockroach, including sewer roaches. These disgusting pests can grow up to three inches in length, making them quite formidable. Not only that, but they also multiply rapidly when they find a good source of food and water. If you spot just a few roaches in or around your home, there are likely many more lurking nearby. Here’s what you need to know about roaches and how to avoid pest problems involving them. 

Why Roaches Present Such a Problem 

Let us start by saying that roaches are just plain creepy. Just the thought of them can be enough to make your skin crawl! It can be even worse when you can hear them skittering around in your walls or under your floors. 

Apart from the gross factor, roaches can also be dangerous. They are known to carry a variety of diseases, as well as bacteria. As they scurry around, they can contaminate your home and food. In addition, their shells can break down after they die, getting into your ventilation system and the air you breathe. If you suffer from asthma or allergies, this can make your symptoms much worse. If that’s not enough to make you want to avoid pest problems with roaches, we don’t know what is! 

How to Avoid Pest Problems with Roaches 

There are many ways roaches can get into your home. You’ll need to be diligent about blocking them to avoid pest problems in the future. For starters, they can creep under worn, broken or missing door sweeps. Check all of the exterior doors to your home periodically to ensure you have a tight seal. The same goes for the weather stripping around your windows. 

Cockroaches need sources of food and water, so do your best to eliminate any trash and standing water around your property. If your home has a crawl space underneath it, keep this area as clean as possible as well. Roaches like garages as well, as they are typically dark and often damp. This makes them prime breeding grounds for roaches, so keep your garage clean and dry to avoid pest problems. 

It is important to keep your kitchen as clean as possible to avoid pest problems. This holds true not just for roaches, but other pests as well. Roaches can smell food sources over long distances, so don’t leave crumbs and dirty dishes lying around. Keep a lid on your trash can as well to keep the roaches out. This goes for trash cans both inside and outside your home. Give your trash cans a thorough cleaning every once in a while as well to minimize odors. 

The Importance of Being Proactive to Avoid Pest Problems 

It is much easier to avoid pest problems in the first place than it is to get rid of an infestation already in progress. Once roaches have taken up residence in your Arizona home, they can be extremely difficult to get rid of. Once they get inside your home where it is safe and warm, they won’t want to leave, so you could be battling them for quite some time. You’ll save yourself a lot of time, money, and headaches if you prevent them from ever getting inside your home. 

Even if roaches have already gotten inside, the pest control experts here at Budget Brothers Termite & Pest Elimination can help. We have helped countless Arizona homeowners get rid of their pest problems, and we can help you too. At the first sign of roaches on your property, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. The sooner we can get over to your house for a pest inspection, the easier it will be for us to help you avoid pest problems.

Call now to make an appointment with our cockroach experts.