Cockroaches are disgusting pests that can absolutely make you sick. These are dirty creatures that live in filth and eat anything they come across. If there are cockroaches on your property, you must get rid of them for your health and overall wellbeing. Cockroaches are not only unsightly pests but carriers of dangerous illnesses. It is important that you have them removed as soon as possible and that you prevent them from coming back. Call us for safe and reliable cockroach removal in Kitchener.
The most direct way a cockroach can make you sick is by dirtying your food. Cockroaches are filthy creatures that carry Salmonella, a bacterium that causes food poisoning. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Cockroaches may also cause dysentery, cholera, and typhoid fever by spreading contaminants in your home. These intestinal diseases require medical intervention. Moreover, cockroaches can make you sick by contaminating the air with allergens. As much as 60% of the population is allergic to cockroaches and will suffer from coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose.
Signs of a Cockroach Infestation
The most obvious sign of a cockroach infestation is seeing the pests in the flesh. Cockroaches are often spotted in kitchen cabinets, on the walls, or behind appliances. They like to hide in dark crevices where they can find grease and moisture. If you have spotted on cockroach, you can bet that there are many more nearby. Another sign is the presence of cockroach feces. These droppings are very small and dark, much like ground black pepper. Finding traces of these droppings along the edges of your countertops or cupboards may indicate a cockroach infestation.
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches
Getting rid of cockroaches can be a lot of hard work. The key is to remove the pests as soon as possible and to be persistent in your treatment. Hire a pest control technician as soon as you notice the signs of a cockroach problem, then clean the infested area thoroughly. Empty out your cabinets and wipe them down. Clean the insides and outsides of your appliances, then vacuum and mop the floors. Then, seal up every crack and crevice you find. Use an expanding foam or silicone caulking to close off any cracks you see between cabinets, baseboards, or walls, where cockroaches could hide.
Cockroaches are more than a nuisance. They are allergens and carriers of illness. Having cockroaches in the home risks contaminating your food with Salmonella. The best thing you can do when facing a cockroach infestation is to hire a professional for help. Our technicians use high quality tools that reach deep into cockroach hiding spots and eliminates them on the spot. Our treatments also have lasting effects, so they continue to get rid of cockroaches for weeks after they have been applied. Call us today for guaranteed Pest Control in Kitchener.