Cockroaches

What are cockroaches?

Cockroaches are one of the most troublesome pests to pick up around your Cedar Park, TX, property, and these insects are prolific. Cockroaches belong to the scientific classification of Blattodea, and there are many different types of cockroaches in our area that you might encounter around your property.

You can identify a cockroach by its size, typically between 1/2 an inch to two inches depending on the species, and their color. Cockroaches range from tan and light brown to dark brown or black in color, and some species do have wings. You are most likely to spot signs of cockroaches around kitchens, food storage areas, bathrooms, or basements, as roaches love the proximity to moisture, food, and dark areas provided by these spaces.

Are cockroaches dangerous?

A cockroach infestation can be dangerous thanks to the many health and safety hazards that these pests bring with them. Cockroaches are known for tracking bacteria and pathogens across the properties they invade, and as these insects infiltrate food preparation and storage areas, your food might become contaminated by these pests. Diseases that cockroach infestations cause include salmonellosis, dysentery, and cholera, among many others.

Additionally, cockroaches trigger allergic reactions and breathing issues in sensitive individuals due to a protein located in their shells. Saliva, droppings, egg cases, and shed skins around your property also encourage these issues, which is why total cockroach control is essential.

Why do I have a cockroach problem?

Cockroaches are opportunistic pests, and most problems start due to an abundance of food, water, and hiding spaces being easily accessible around your property. If there are lots of gaps letting cockroaches inside, uncovered trash, improperly stored food, and moisture issues around interior and exterior areas, you are at high risk for a cockroach infestation. It’s important to remove factors that attract roaches if you want to deter infestations.

Where will I find cockroaches?

Cockroaches are most commonly found hiding in dark, secluded, and cluttered locations near food and water. You may find cockroaches around kitchens, at the backs of drawers and cupboards, underneath appliances, and invading food storage areas. Other popular hiding spots for roaches include inside storage spaces, around clutter, near bathrooms or basements, or even inside the space between walls. Professional removal helps to eradicate all traces of hiding roaches for your peace of mind.

How do I get rid of cockroaches?

Get rid of cockroaches the easy way by contacting Lakeline Pest Control the moment you suspect roaches are invading your Cedar Park home. We work to target your problem areas, and we provide you with solutions that are completely tailored to your property’s pest control needs.

Contact Lakeline Pest Control today to learn more about how we can help protect your property from the dangers of cockroach infestations.

How can I prevent cockroaches in the future?

• Prevent future cockroach problems by following our expert tips to make your property less hospitable to these invasive insects:
  • Seal gaps around your property’s foundation, windows, and doors, as this stops cockroaches from slipping inside through cracks.
  • Store all leftover food properly and clean up food and drink spills or dirty dishes immediately to stop the aroma from attracting hungry roaches.
  • Cut down long grasses and declutter outdoor areas in addition to covering outdoor trash cans or compost piles to reduce roach hiding and scavenging spots.
  • Address moisture issues that might be creating the damp conditions inside or outside of your property that many cockroach species are drawn to.

For more cockroach prevention advice or cockroach removal assistance you can count on, contact Lakeline Pest Control today.