Cockroaches are one of the most common pests in homes, and they are also challenging to get rid of. Once you spot a single cockroach crawling on your cabinets, you can be sure he isn't alone...it's time to take action.
At Red Rock Pest Control, we assist homeowners in Las Vegas in eradicating all types of pests, including cockroaches. Our services will ensure your home is pest free, getting your life back to normal and reclaim your personal space.
Cockroaches may look harmless at first sight, but they are a health hazard. According to the
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) studies, cockroaches carry bacteria. Cockroaches have six legs, wings, and antenna. They can run up to three miles an hour, and have been around since the dinosaurs. They range in size and color, and their shed skin contains allergens that can cause asthma.
Possible risks of Cockroach-borne bacteria are dysentery, typhoid, and cholera, if the bacteria is deposited in your food suplies.
For this reason, and many others, these are pests you should eradicate from your home fast. If you live in Las Vegas and have been struggling to eradicate them, we can help.
Also known as DE, Diatomaceous Earth is a natural cockroach repellent. Diatomaceous earth is a type of powder made from the sediment of fossilized algae found in bodies of water. Because the cells of these algae were high in a compound called silica, the dried sediment produced from these fossils are also very high in silica which is sharp and irritating to cockroaches.
Sprinkle DE in areas prone to cockroaches, and it will dehydrate and damage the exoskeleton of the roaches.
You can purchase food-grade DE from health food stores. It is safe for both kids and pets, so you don't have to worry about causing any harm.
Baking soda is another easy and fast way to get rid of cockroaches. Moreover, you might already have it in your pantry. It is a practical, non-toxic remedy, and it is also affordable.
To use it to get rid of cockroaches, sprinkle the baking soda and some diced onions near the roaches.
You can also place it in a small shallow dish where the cockroaches are prone. When they consume it, the natrual gasses cause problems with their digestive systems.
This is a naturally occurring compound found mainly in plants and fruits as a mixture of water and boron. It is harmless to pets and humans but lethal to cockroaches. When the cockroaches ingest the boric acid powder, they die instantly.
To get rid of cockroaches using boric acid, sprinkle some powder on a paper plate, then place some peanut butter or orange peel in the middle of the plate. You may then place the paper plate wherever you have seen cockroaches hovering.
Boric acid is effective, natural, and affordable and will give you results fast.
This is a laundry product that is readily available and kills cockroaches immediately.
To get results fast, mix some borax with sugar in a ratio of 1:1 and sprinkle the mixture where you see cockroaches often. When cockroaches ingest the borax, they become dehydrated, and die quickly.
This is a fantastic treat for humans but an enemy to cockroaches. The smell of lemon repels cockroaches.
Add some lemon oil to water in a spray bottle, then spray it to the cockroaches hiding spots. They will be repelled and avoid the area in the future.
Most essential oils repel cockroaches, specifically peppermint and lemongrass.
To make a cockroach repellent, add some peppermint oil to water and spray it wherever you have seen cockroaches. They will die fast, and you will never see them again.
This is one of the most proven ways to get rid of cockroaches. Bait stations can be set anywhere you have seen cockroaches crawling, but certianly any dark corners like your garage or pantry.
The smell of the bait will attract the cockroaches to eat the poison which kills them instantly.
However, care should be taken with bait stations. They contain poison and hence may be toxic to kids. Keep them away from kids and in an area where it will be difficult for kids (or pets) to get to them.
You can purchase liquid concentrate at your local improvement store, dilute it with water and spray it on the target cockroach hiding spots.
Most concentrated Pest Repellents are non-toxic, but make sure you read the product label. Cockroaches walk on the product, then wipe it on their bodies, where it is absorbed into the nervous system, killing them.
These tips effectively get rid of cockroaches, but they will not work if you have entry points for other cockroaches to get into your home. The smallest hole or wall crack will allow entry for cockroaches.
For this reason, seal gaps and possible entry points using caulk while paying attention to gaps on window seals and doors.
Remember always to check the caulk and replace it because it wears out with time.
Have you tried all these tips, but none seems to be working for you? No problem, because o trained technicians have access to high-grade pest control materials which are restricted by law and must be applied by trained and licensed personnel. You can't buy our materials at your local hardware store. Our trained technicians do it for you, and ensure it is effective.
We know how to effectively and safely remove cockroach infestations without putting your pets or kids in danger.
We will get rid of the cockroaches and make regular visits to ascertain that the cockroaches are gone.
When you call Red Rock Pest Control, we ask you to fill out a preparation sheet before we arrive.
We will make a follow-up visit two weeks after the initial treatment to check for any cockroach activity and re-treat your home. Cockroaches can be a pain in the neck. Don't suffer alone.
Call Red Rock Pest Control at (702) 518-2580 today!
