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American Cockroaches
Periplaneta Americana (L.)

Color: reddish brown with a yellowish figure 8 pattern on the back of the head
Legs: 6
Shape: Oval
Size: 2”
Antennae: yes
Flight: yes; adults are winged

Habitat

These insects usually live in moist areas or where they have access to water. They prefer warm temperatures and dark places such as basements, sewers, and crawl spaces under homes or porches. Often, they live outside during warm summer months and move into structures during colder seasons.

Health Risk

They can contaminate food with bacterial diseases that result in food poisoning and dysentery or diarrhea. Some people are allergic to roaches. Also, some research shows they can cause childhood asthma. When your home is infested, we provide you with the best way to kill cockroaches.

Property Damage

The American cockroach can foul food, damage wallpaper, books, clothing, and can produce an unpleasant odor.

Prevention

Seal cracks in foundations, around doors and windows, and along water, gas, and electric lines entering your home. Clean up spilled food and liquid and avoid leaving scraps of food or unwashed dishes in the sink or on counter tops. Sweep and vacuum floors often. Avoid leaving pet food out. Keep food in tightly sealed containers.

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For the best way to kill cockroaches, we recommend

   Maxforce FC Roach Gel Bait Triple A0145 bait -inside
   Tengard SFR Liquid A0020 -inside and outside
   Archer IGR Insect Growth Regulator A0135 to mix with Tengard -inside or outside
   CB 80 A0008 aerosol -inside