How to get rid of Roaches!
Roach Control - Roach Baits - Roach Killers
Cockroaches, are the most common insect pests
infesting homes, food service establishments and other
structures, transmitting disease and bacteria which cause food poisoning. Recently,
cockroaches have been found to be an important source of allergy
in people, second only to house dust.
Types of Roaches
The German cockroach is by far the most common
roach found in homes. Oriental and American cockroaches usually
prefer dark, damp areas such as basements, floor drains, crawl
spaces, and utility closets. (photo provided by M. Potter)
Cockroaches prefer to live in cracks, crevices and secluded areas close
to food, warmth and moisture. Kitchens and bathrooms are the most common
areas to find roaches. Since roaches flourish where food and moisture are readily
available, sanitation is an important step in prevention and
control.
Roach Baits
Homeowners attempting to control cockroaches themselves will find roach baits and gels effective and relatively easy to use. Roach baits contain a slow-acting insecticide incorporated into a
food attractant. Roaches locate and feed on the bait, typically
contained in small, plastic bait trays, and crawl away to die. Bait
carried back to the nesting area also kills other roaches after being
expelled in the sputum and feces.
In contrast to liquid sprays or aerosols, cockroach baits require no
mixing and it is not necessary to empty kitchen cabinets or cover food
preparation surfaces prior to treatment. People and pets are not exposed
to the toxicant since the insecticide is enclosed within a plastic,
child-resistant container. Another advantage of cockroach baits is that
they have essentially no volatility or odor.
How to Use Roach Baits
The key to successful roach control with baits is proper
placement. Bait trays should be placed in all areas where cockroaches
are seen, especially in kitchens and bathrooms.
Placement of baits in the middle of exposed surfaces, or away from
edges or corners, will be far less effective. It's
critical that the stations be positioned flush into corners or up
against edges (e.g., where walls meet ceilings and floors), since these
are the paths commonly traveled by roaches. In most cases, a minimum
of 12 bait stations should be used at one time, placing 10 baits in the
kitchen and two in the bathroom. If cockroaches are seen in other areas
such as bedrooms or utility rooms, use 2-4 additional baits. Do not
spray around bait stations with other insecticides or cleaning agents as
this could deter roaches from feeding on the bait.
Substantial reductions in cockroach numbers should occur within 1-3
weeks of treatment. As with any pesticide, read the product label prior
to use.
By Mike Potter, Extension Entomologist University of Kentucky College of Agriculture
Types of Roach Baits
Maxforce Roach Bait Gel
More Pest Control specialists choose Maxforce roach bait gel because it is the best roach bait available. The inert protein food source is simply irresistible and is odor free. Great for use in hospitals, schools, restaurants and other places visited by the public where safety is paramount and dead roaches should not be
seen.
Maxforce Gel is available in a 2 oz syringe that can be used anywhere where
roaches are a problem. It retains its high moisture content in a wide range of
conditions so that it remains soft and palatable until it is consumed. Order 1 syringe per 1000 sq ft unless a heavy infestation
Maxforce Roach Bait Stations
Fast cock roach Control and secondary kill. It's a bait station
breakthrough offering all the advantages you've come to expect from Maxforce, with a much faster start. Roach Bait Stations start to kill roaches in just eight hours, and tests show that 75% of the roach population is reduced in just two days.
The roach bait stations come in two sizes. The bags contain loose-packed single stations.
The re-seal able bags are designed to keep baits fresh and protected from contamination.
Never spray where you intend to put bait stations as it stops roaches from
getting to the bait.
Demon WP Insecticide
Demon is not really a roach bait, but is a roach killer and also used for roach prevention.
Roaches enter your home through places such as cracks around plumbing and under doors.
Treating the area around your home with a high residual effect such as Demon WP
will keep cockroaches from entering. If roaches cross the Demon, they will die. You will need to spray every 3 months or so.
CAUTION! Pesticide recommendations in this publication are
registered for use in Kentucky, USA ONLY! The use of some
products may not be legal in your state or country. Please check with
your local county agent or regulatory official before using any
pesticide mentioned in this publication.
Of course, ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW LABEL DIRECTIONS FOR SAFE USE OF ANY PESTICIDE!
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