Roaches in Florida Homes
Seeing a roach in Florida doesn't mean your house is dirty. Large outdoor roaches wander in, especially after rain. Small roaches that breed indoors are a different problem and need a different approach.
Request pest controlOutdoor roaches
American and smoky brown roaches live in mulch, palms, sewers and leaf litter and come in at night.
German roaches
Small, fast breeders that live in kitchens and bathrooms and can spread between apartments.
Where they hide
Under sinks, behind appliances, in cabinets, in cardboard and around water heaters.
Seal entry points
Door sweeps, screens on vents and caulked gaps keep outdoor roaches out.
Drains
Roaches can come up through drains; keep them clean and covered at night if needed.
Moisture
Fix leaks and run exhaust fans to dry out bathrooms and kitchens.
Baits vs sprays
Baits and growth regulators work far better than sprays for German roaches.
Cardboard
Remove boxes and paper clutter where roaches breed.
Next
See roach control.
Apartments and condos
German roaches move between units through walls and plumbing. Treating one unit alone often fails; ask management about coordinated treatment of neighboring units.
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