Kitchen critters: how to get rid of cockroaches

Kitchen critters: how to get rid of cockroaches

Maintaining the general cleanliness of the kitchen area is one of the foremost ways to ensure your kitchen doesn’t develop a pest control problem. Cockroaches are drawn into living spaces by food residue, grease and dirty bins. Disposing of waste frequently and hygienically, as well as wiping down countertops and eating surfaces with antibacterial liquid soap, are good ways to maintain general cleanliness in the kitchen. Make sure you do not allow dirty dishes to pile up in the sink as stacks of greasy plates, bowls or eating utensils are sure to attract unwanted pests. By making sure you take care of kitchen maintenance every day for about 15 minutes, you can avoid the hassle of massive kitchen clean-ups, and keep your kitchen free of anything that could attach cockroaches.

Sealing cracks and holes in your kitchen, such as in spaces between cabinets, gaps between a fridge and wall, or holes in the pantry, are another good way to prevent cockroaches from hiding out in your cooking and eating areas. Cockroaches are agile creatures that can crawl into small spaces to hide during the day, or when there is human activity in the kitchen, in order to emerge at night and scavenge for food. By blocking off potential hiding spots, you can ensure that any cockroaches that do find their way into your kitchen can be spotted and killed immediately. A caulking gun and a tube of caulk can be used to neatly seal any gaps.

Fix water leaks in your kitchen to reduce the chance of a cockroach infestation and help with Pest Control. Cockroaches are attracted to dampness and moisture, which is why they are often found under sinks and in damp, dark holes.  By repairing even the smallest of leakages, you can lessen the chance of cockroaches living in your kitchen as these insects can not survive without water. Another way to reduce a cockroaches access to water in your kitchen is to keep sinks empty of water as much as possible and to avoid overwatering any indoor plants in your kitchen. Your local Pest Control Contractor will also be able to assist you with tips and hints as well as your annual pest control spray.