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Here are the three types that plague us here in the South Florida:

• American Cockroach (Palmetto Bug) – They are the largest roach in the United States, measuring up to two inches long, Their bodies are brown with a yellowish figure eight marking, they can fly short distances. These types of roaches are commonly found when water leaks are present, or excessive humidity and rain. They are attracted to water are also known as “water bugs.”
• Smokey Brown Cockroach – They are rich brown color and one inch in length, known as avid flyers attracted to lights.
• German Cockroach – These are a tan or light brown color with a slight metallic sheen. They measure 3/4 inches. They have wings but do not fly. 

There are a few ways a wayward roach can find its way into your home and it won’t be long before they begin to breed.

• They can be brought in unknowingly via a cardboard box or a piece of second-hand furniture. They may even hit a ride in your purse or suitcase.
• If you live in an apartment or duplex, it’s as simple as crawling through the wall from the adjacent dwelling.
• Cracks in walls, defective door sweets, and windows with damaged or missing screens may be entry points.
• They may even come from the grocery store. Now that’s gross.
• Garages, patios, Florida Rooms, and kitchen areas are very common locations to see roaches.

A tell tale sign that your property may be infested with roaches is by seeing extreme amounts of activity and their droppings. A common place that roaches infest is the kitchen or garage area. If your kitchen is experiencing an infestations you will know because the roaches will be in your cabinets, under appliances, and in your draws. If you come into your kitchen at night time and turn on the light and then you see roaches scurry on the floor, you most likely have an infestation. (The example picture below is German Roach activity and their droppings in a kitchen drawer)

There are so many different products for roaches on the market that you will spend days researching the best and sagest methods. From traps to liquid concentrates, from granulars to boric acid, all temporary solutions. Locating and targeting the ‘nesting’ areas are difficult for the average DIYer, especially since there really isn’t a nest to be found.

These products are caustic and need to be handled correctly so that your loved ones are not adversely affected. You can also try these less invasive methods:

• Fabric softener sheets
• Coffee grounds
• Cayenne pepper
• Bay leaves
• Catnip

You will discover that DIY methods are expensive and short-lived. You may get temporary results and fell like you have triumphed, but it won’t be lon before they return.

Good question, we are glad you asked. Here in South Florida, we have the optimal cockroach breeding ground. Hot and humid, just the way they like it. We also lack harsh winters of the north that aid in diminshing the roach population. Add this all up and you get roach paradise. At Pro Pest Control, Inc. we have become roach experts. We are familair with the different species and the best ways to eradicate cockroaches quickly and safely. Call today for a free estimate and get started with quality pest control in South Florida.