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Cockroaches can appear not only in residential premises, but also in offices and large industrial facilities. Meeting these pests causes a lot of negative emotions, especially if their presence poses a safety threat and can lead to significant material losses. In addition, cockroaches can cause physical problems such as allergies and transmitting infections.
This situation is not acceptable for any person, so it is important to get rid of the pests as soon as possible. Cockroach extermination can be done either independently or with the help of professional services. Carrying out disinfestation by specialists from a specialized service guarantees the complete elimination of the pest problem.
Where do cockroaches come from on site?
Cockroaches can appear both in residential apartments and in various non-residential premises. Therefore, it is important to take precautions not only at home, but also in public places.
Our “guests” can come to us from a variety of sources:
- From the basement of an apartment building, where favorable conditions are dark, warm, humid and safe. However, lack of food may be the only disadvantage.
- From the garbage chute, where cockroaches find the perfect place to feed from the waste. However, due to their rapid reproduction, they begin to look for additional sources of food.
- From cafes or shops located on the ground floors of apartment buildings. Some owners of public premises may neglect to carry out timely preventive treatment (disinsection), which leads to the use of insecticides instead of turning to specialized services and, ultimately, to relapses in a larger volume.
- From a neighbor's apartment, especially if the neighbors neglect the rules for removing garbage and cleaning, which makes the appearance of cockroaches in their home unsurprising. Cockroaches can also be removed from neighbors by professional pest control.
- With items purchased second-hand through an ad - furniture, clothing and other items may not only turn out to be cheap purchases, but also unsanitary if they bring cockroaches with them.
- From a business trip - cockroaches may accidentally get into a bag with your things.
- From a hotel, especially if quality cleaning is not performed there.
- From a hospital where the presence of cockroaches may be due to patients improperly storing food in cabinets. Therefore, when discharged, you need to be careful not to bring insects into your home.
As you can see, no one is immune from the appearance of cockroaches in their home, and these insects can be found even in the cleanest rooms.
Why is it important to carry out disinfestation as soon as possible?
The destruction of cockroaches is an issue that requires a responsible approach, since these pests not only destroy property and food, but also pose a danger to human health.
With the appearance of cockroaches in an apartment, the following problems arise:
- The room becomes dirty, stains appear on the walls and an unpleasant odor appears, which is difficult to get rid of without professional treatment. Even with the use of various store-bought products and air fresheners, the unpleasant odor returns.
- Cockroaches spoil food, causing material damage.
- These insects can act as carriers of various diseases, such as intestinal infections, meningitis, dysentery, cholera, anthrax and others.
- Cockroaches can cause stress and troubled sleep, especially for sensitive people, as getting rid of them can be difficult.
- An infestation of cockroaches can cause problems for allergy sufferers, leading to asthma, allergic rhinitis, dermatitis and other unpleasant effects.
- Some types of cockroaches can bite, resulting in pain and itching.
If you find cockroaches in your home or work area, it is important to immediately seek the services of pest control specialists. Delay in the procedure may lead to an increase in the number of insects, which will require repeated treatment.
Methods of professional disinfection
If you find cockroaches or other harmful insects at the site, it is necessary to urgently carry out treatment. The approach to eliminating parasites should be chosen responsibly. In the event of a massive presence of cockroaches, your own efforts may not be enough, so it is recommended to call specialists from the pest control service.
To carry out processing, specialists use various methods:
- Destruction of cockroaches using cold fog, which is the spraying of a special insect control agent. This method is effective when the degree of infection of the object is low.
- Destruction of cockroaches using hot fog, which is used when there is a high degree of infestation of a room or area. By spraying an insecticidal agent, tiny particles are created that settle evenly and are distributed over the surface of the room.
- Use of chemicals such as gels, powders and other drugs.
- Carrying out barrier protection after the main disinsection is an additional service aimed at consolidating the result after the main treatment. Upon completion of all disinfection measures, specialists apply special products to hard-to-reach places, ensuring the cleanliness of the room and restoring the possibility of a quiet life.
How to prepare premises for professional disinfestation
The issue of exterminating cockroaches should be approached responsibly. If you are expecting a visit from a sanitation worker to control cockroaches, it is important to prepare for treatment as follows.
To ensure fast and efficient processing, the client can follow a few simple steps:
- Place food in the refrigerator or other hard-to-reach places.
- Hermetically pack dishes, personal items and household appliances in waterproof film.
- Thoroughly carry out general cleaning, washing all corners and surfaces of the room.
- Free the kitchen set and other furniture from personal belongings if disinfection of furniture against cockroaches is expected.
- Move large furniture away from the wall for more effective pest control.
- Close the windows tightly and turn off the ventilation, which is often an important point when treating an apartment.
- Remove personal items on the floor.
- Make sure that disinfection work is carried out without the presence of children and other family members. It is better to temporarily remove pets from the apartment.
- Ensure the availability of protective equipment, such as gloves and a respirator, during disinfection work. It is important to refrain from eating or drinking during this procedure.
Following the above steps will help reduce the operating time of the disinfector and will help you obtain a better result, and there will be no traces of pests in your home.
What to expect after treatment
The destruction of cockroaches in apartments includes certain nuances. After completing the disinfestation procedure, when the specialist leaves your facility, it is important to follow a number of recommendations.
Among them are the following:
- The minimum ventilation time after disinfestation should be at least two hours. If possible, leaving the room to ventilate for 24 hours is ideal, which will help kill most cockroaches. Complete relief from insects and a long-lasting effect of the drug can be expected within a month. When carrying out a set of measures to combat cockroaches, the effectiveness of the drugs lasts up to three months.
- To protect against cockroaches, it is important to seal all existing cracks and install a fine mesh over the ventilation holes.
- On the first day after professional treatment, minimize cockroaches' access to water by wiping the sink dry after each use.
- To more effectively kill cockroaches, it is recommended to refrain from thoroughly cleaning the floor for the first three days.
- It is noted that an immediate effect after treatment should not be expected. The drugs used by specialists have a prolonged effect, so the reduction in the number of pests occurs gradually.
- It is not recommended to crush cockroaches, as they can be carriers of infections.
Is it possible to prevent a cockroach infestation?
Cockroaches can suddenly appear in the house, and to prevent their occurrence it is useful to resort to preventive measures.
Among the methods for preventing the appearance of cockroaches are the following:
- Timely removal of garbage. It is recommended that you do not allow your bin to fill for more than 24 hours, especially if it contains perishable waste.
- Elimination of leaking plumbing fixtures. This helps reduce humidity, which is a favorable environment for cockroaches.
- Keeping food covered. It is important to pack food in bags or containers.
- Wash dishes immediately after eating and avoid leaving them in the sink overnight.
- Keeping your stovetop and oven clean by preventing food residue.
- Regular cleaning of bathrooms.
- Elimination of detected microcracks in the walls.
Careful cleanliness gives you a better chance of preventing various pests, including cockroaches.
F.A.Q.
How do I know if there are cockroaches in my house?
Signs of cockroaches may include traces of their excrement (dark spots), unpleasant odors left behind in hidden areas, and small holes in food packaging. Detection of these signs may indicate the need for disinfection.
Can I disinfect cockroaches myself?
Yes, there are DIY disinfection products such as sprays, traps and gels. However, for more effective results and complete destruction of cockroaches, it is recommended to contact professionals who use specialized preparations and treatment methods.
What are the main steps after disinfection against cockroaches?
After disinfection, it is important to follow the recommendations of specialists, such as minimizing the cockroaches' access to water, keeping the area clean, and avoiding putting pressure on the cockroaches. It is also recommended to ventilate the room for several hours and maintain general order to prevent the recurrence of pests.
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