Cockroach Control

Getting Rid Of Roaches On Your Own Is A Nightmare

The last thing you need is someone coming over and finding out that you have roaches.
Gross bug spray from the store is the worst way to get rid of roaches.
Unless you know exactly what to do, roaches do not go away quickly or easily. How much longer do you really want these around?

roach home services- Lakewood Exterminating in Cleveland, OH.

Cockroach Inspection

Finding The Source

In order to get rid of cockroaches, a number of factors need to be considered. The first thing to remember is that cockroaches are a tropical species. With this in mind, the main thing to figure out how they came inside.

Infested material from neighboring properties is a big cause for new infestations. Many homeowners are devastated to find roaches in their homes because they think it means their homes are dirty. That’s not always the case! Trash placed outdoors gives roaches a perfect opportunity to visit the kitchen next door. Do you suspect neighboring properties to be a problem? If so, consider year-long protection with our annual plan.
On a similar note, consider your actual trash receptacles. Roaches in a nearby dumpster or trash can will easily migrate over to your can, giving them easy access to the interior of your home.
German cockroaches love corrugated cardboard boxes — especially those that once held produce or other food products. If you take boxes from grocery stores — whether you’re packing up old clothes, moving out of state, or simply hauling your groceries home using boxes instead of bags — make sure you carefully inspect them.
Cockroaches are excellent hitchhikers. If you notice a cockroach after a friend or family visits your home, it could mean that they carried the bug in with them. Cockroaches are particularly prevalent in the Southern part of the country.

Cockroach Control Service: Combatting Indoor Infestations

German cockroaches thrive in warm, humid environments, making them adaptable scavengers that can infest your home, particularly kitchens and bathrooms. You may often find them lurking around appliances and damp, dark crevices.

Our Cockroach Control service focuses on four key factors to make your home less inviting to these pests: shelter, food, water, and heat/humidity.

Shelter

Cockroaches love warm, dark, and humid spots. They hide in spaces behind appliances, gaps in cabinets, inside electrical outlets, and around plumbing. We target these hideouts, making your home less appealing for their stay.

Water

Chronic roach infestations often coincide with persistent water leaks. As these pests can only survive about two weeks without water, addressing leaks and damp areas is crucial. Our service helps dry up these areas, making them less habitable for roaches.

Food

Cockroaches feed on a variety of substances, primarily garbage, grease, meat, and sugary foods. By ensuring proper waste management and cleanliness, especially during the night, we help minimize their food sources.

Heat/Humidity

While roaches thrive in summer heat, they seek shelter in warm, dry places when the weather cools. We inspect and treat potential hot spots in your home, such as under refrigerators, around hot water tanks, and near heating vents.

Our Cockroach Control service provides comprehensive solutions to keep these pests at bay, ensuring a cleaner, safer home environment.

Preparation Guidelines

The Different Kinds of Cockroaches

There are approximately 30 different species of cockroaches living among us. Cleveland is home to 4 species, especially the German Cockroach. The American Cockroach also requires structural cockroach control. The black Oriental Cockroach is rare, yet still worth mentioning.

Oriental Cockroach

These large black roaches require cool temperatures with high levels of humidity. Oriental roaches spend their life outside, causing little harm (if any). Generally speaking, cockroaches are beneficial in nature — as long as they stay outdoors and out of your home. You see, cockroaches are great at breaking down organic debris, and Oriental cockroaches are no exception. However, during cooler weather, Oriental cockroaches sometimes venture indoors. If you find one or several within a structure, it’s often directly related to the cool, damp environmental conditions on the building’s exterior. Thick leaf accumulation against outside walls also provide them a habitat and encourages them to move inside.

German Cockroaches

Who would ever imagine that a tropical insect could thrive so well in Cleveland, OH?! German cockroaches have many tricks up their sleeves to make a cozy life here. If they find the right home, they honestly don’t ever need to go outside. The warmth of your refrigerator keeps them warm. The grease on the side of your stove gives them nourishment. And they get plenty of water from the leak under your sink. On top of that, they’ll eat nearly anything. (Not to mention the fact that they can go about a month without eating at all!)

American Cockroach

People sometimes refer to American Cockroaches as water bugs or Palmetto bugs. They are the largest cockroach found inside our homes. With that being said, they are rare in residential areas of Cleveland. These creatures love old commercial buildings above all else. Since these critters come up through the sewers, infested structures commonly carry a musty odor. On a similar note, they also drag around raw sewage, which can cause food-borne illness. Many people with an American Cockroach problem will often mistakenly assume they have a mouse problem, because their feces appear similar. However, roach droppings have ridges.

How Much Does It Cost To Get Rid Of Cockroaches In Cleveland?

This Is The Best Way To Get Rid Of Cockroaches In Cleveland, OH!

2-Visit Service Plan

$250⁰⁰Starts At

60 Day Warranty When Preparation Guidelines Are Followed
80$ Per Additional Apartment Unit
Best coverage for homes without sanitation issues
Receive two scheduled visits 2-4 weeks apart
Attack roaches through their entire lifecycle. Use this treatment plan for well established infestations

Schedule

Single Service

$185⁰⁰Base Price

40$ Per Additional Apartment Unit
Half Price Follow-Up Visits Within 60 Days
This is an affordable option for newly-found infestations
If there are sanitation issues that would compromise any warranty, this is the best choice to get rid of your roaches
Great choice if you want monthly or bimonthly service

Schedule

What Is Included?

Our single service cockroach control comes with a 60-day warranty.

We place low-toxicity borate dust into typical cockroach shelters. By doing so, we leave them nowhere to hide.
In addition to the borate dust, our highly effective gel bait is applied in and around cabinets. As a result, you are not required to empty your dishes and food items.
We also set bait in other hot spots. For example, bait is very effective underneath the base of kitchen appliances. Of course, we always apply bait out of reach from children and pets.
Glue traps catch these creepy crawlies in areas of high activity.
We purposefully combine liquid, non-repellent spray products with an insect growth regulator. This tank-mix targets all life stages. It is highly effective coupled with the rest of our control methods.

Add-On Services

Although our cockroach control service is unmatched in the area, we’re also happy to offer several add-on services to complement our basic package.

We use HEPA bug vacuums to mechanically remove roaches from their hiding spots. This is beneficial for two main reasons. Firstly, cockroach carcasses cause allergies. It is best to physically remove as many as possible. In doing so, your allergy risk is minimized. Additionally, you can’t always rely on pesticides. On the other hand, vacuuming instantly crashes heavy infestations.
Pest exclusion means sealing roaches out. Caulking around cabinets and sealing plumbing voids takes away their homes! These critters love to hide in electrical outlets, too. Therefore, we install weatherstrip pads to seal these hot spots. Exclusion methods like these help prevent new infestations from occurring.
For a small fee, you may request that all bait be applied in tamper resistant bait stations.

Tips And Tricks

Habitat modification and sanitation are essential to controlling cockroaches. Focus on eliminating all of their hiding spots.

Create a complete seal around kitchen and bathroom cabinets.
Seal underneath the sink where the plumbing lines go into the walls.
Install foam weatherstrips behind electrical outlet covers.
Clean grease residue off of stoves.
Do a clean sweep of water every night in the kitchen and bathrooms for 30 days.
Do not spray with over-the-counter products, as most of them are pyrethroids. These sprays are known as repellents. While they kill on contact, most insects tend to avoid contacting the spray after it has dried. Pyrethroids will also contaminate baits. If you try to control these pests on your own, stick to baits.

Cockroach Control FAQ

How did I get cockroaches?

Cockroaches can find their way into homes in various ways. They can hitch a ride inside grocery bags, boxes, secondhand appliances, or furniture. Also, cockroaches can enter homes from the outdoors through cracks and crevices, vents, sewer and drain pipes. Living in apartments, you could inadvertently get cockroaches from your neighbors as well.

Cockroaches can be brought in with grocery bags, boxes, and secondhand items.
They can enter through cracks, crevices, vents, and pipes.
Apartment living may expose you to cockroaches from neighboring units.

How serious are cockroaches?

Cockroaches are more than just a nuisance, they pose several health risks. They can contaminate food with bacteria leading to illnesses like food poisoning, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal issues. Some people are allergic to cockroaches, causing skin rashes, sneezing, and eye irritation. In severe cases, their presence can trigger asthma attacks, particularly in children.

Cockroaches can contaminate food, leading to gastrointestinal illnesses.
Some people may suffer allergic reactions to cockroaches, including skin rashes and eye irritation.
Their presence can trigger asthma attacks, especially in children.

How long does it take to get rid of cockroaches?

The time it takes to fully eradicate cockroaches can vary greatly depending on the extent of the infestation and the methods used. It can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. Professional pest control services usually require multiple visits to ensure all cockroaches, including eggs and nymphs, are eliminated.

Eradicating cockroaches can take from a few weeks to several months.
The time depends on the extent of the infestation and the methods used.
Professional pest control services typically require multiple visits.

What is the lifecycle of cockroaches?

The lifecycle of cockroaches involves three stages: egg, nymph, and adult. The female cockroach lays an egg case, known as an ootheca, which can contain numerous eggs (the exact number varies by species). Once hatched, the young cockroaches, or nymphs, undergo several molts before reaching adulthood. Depending on the species and environmental conditions, a cockroach’s lifecycle can range from a few months to over a year.

The cockroach lifecycle involves three stages: egg, nymph, and adult.
Females lay an egg case, or ootheca, with numerous eggs.
The lifecycle duration can range from a few months to over a year, depending on the species and conditions.

How do I control cockroaches?

Cockroach control involves a combination of sanitation, home repairs, and over-the-counter or professional treatments. Start by removing food and water sources, cleaning regularly, and sealing cracks and crevices where roaches can hide. You can use cockroach baits and traps, or hire a professional pest control service for more serious infestations.

Control starts with sanitation, cleaning regularly, and removing food and water sources.
Sealing cracks and crevices helps to eliminate hiding spots for roaches.
Over-the-counter baits and traps, or professional pest control services, can be used for treatment.