Don't Get Bugged: How to Get Rid of the Roaches

When you live in Australia, it's just a matter of time before you're faced with a roach infestation. Australian cockroaches are a common occurrence. They might be harmless, but they can cause quite a nuisance. Luckily, with some persistence, you can get rid of them. You can also keep them away, especially if you continue the persistent efforts. Here are four steps that will help you get rid of the cockroaches, and stop them from returning. 

1. Tackle the Exclusion

Australian cockroaches spend most of their time outdoors, but that doesn't mean they won't take up residency in your home, especially if they can find easy access. That's why you need to start with the exclusion. This step includes sealing off all the access points around your home. Start by locating the access points, which can be any hole, crack, or gap large enough for bugs to crawl through. Gaps and cracks can be sealed off with latex caulk, or spray foam insulation. Damaged window screens should be replaced. Finally, seal off any open-access pipes and vents. 

2. Rid Your Property of Debris

If you want to rid your home of cockroaches and keep them away, it's important that you rid your property of debris. Much of the debris that's around your home can be used as nesting material by cockroaches. Unfortunately, once cockroaches find ample materials for nesting, they'll quickly infest your home. Before you're left to face a large infestation of cockroaches, rid your property of any debris that can be used for nesting. This includes things like boxes, newspaper, and weeds. 

3. Keep Your Home Neat and Tidy

If you want to make sure that roaches don't invade your home, be sure to keep things neat and tidy. You might not realise this, but roaches like to find morsels of food to feed on. This includes fresh food, as well as decaying food. Luckily, there is an easy way to prevent roaches from infesting your home. First, keep your indoor trash bins clean and fresh. Second, remove crumbs and particles of food before they can attract roaches. Finally, limiting eating to the kitchen and dining areas of the home.

4. Start a Pest Control Treatment Plan

If you want to ensure positive results from your roach-proofing efforts, make sure you get professional help. This step is especially important if you're facing an infestation. Australian cockroaches are difficult to get rid of once they've infested your home. A professional pest control service will design a treatment plan that will eradicate the problem once and for all.


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