What attracts roaches?
If you have cockroaches, you may think that your home is dirty. However, that isn’t the truth, especially if you live in Texas or South Carolina! Both states are full of cockroaches because they love the humidity. And, everything is humid in Texas and South Carolina. Cockroaches love the moisture. Whether it’s an annoying leaky pipe or a wet bathmat, it’s paradise as far as cockroaches are concerned.
But, if you don’t have anything wet in your home, that doesn’t mean you’re immune to cockroaches. They love your trash, dirty dishes, food left on the counter, and crumbs. Have kids? That pretty much means you’re running a cockroach hotel! They love cleaning up after your children, but unlike your dog, they are vile and not welcome in the house.
What do roaches eat?
To make matters worse, cockroaches aren’t picky with what they eat. They are omnivorous scavengers, which means they will pretty much eat anything and everything. While they’d prefer sugary sweets, they’ll even eat hair, books, or other items that are decaying. They’ll happily eat meat, sugar, and carbs.
While this all sounds pretty discouraging, they aren’t immune. While these pests are fairly resilient, that doesn’t mean you have to live the rest of your life with them. These creepy pests can be killed.
How long can roaches live without food?
Cockroaches are a little like us. They can survive a lot longer without food than they can without water. That’s why they love moisture and water so much. However, it’s not very good news for you. Even if you’re determined to keep the food out of the way of cockroaches, vacuuming crumbs and putting all food and dishes away, it still may not be enough. Cockroaches can survive for up to a month without food, which means they can be hiding in your home without you realizing for much longer than you think!
Where do roaches hide?
Roaches love the dark. Because of this, they can be a little difficult to find sometimes. They will usually hide in places that are dark and moist. Common hiding spots for roaches include in cabinets, behind the fridge, sink, and stove, inside of your car or appliances, and anywhere else in the home that is usually dark and damp, like the laundry room.
Do roaches carry diseases?
The biggest concern with roaches is that they are dirty and carry diseases. Unfortunately, this is true. They can spread salmonella and gastroenteritis. Take it from us—you don’t want to end up on the opposite end of these diseases! They can be extremely damaging to your health and can even end in death.
Beyond that, cockroaches also cause allergies. Many people are allergic and don’t know what they’re allergic to until they find the cockroaches in their home. They eat molds and bacteria, so it’s not that surprising that they can spread some pretty nasty stuff to you and your family. To keep yourselves safe, you should get rid of the cockroaches as soon as you see them.
What do roach eggs look like?
Cockroach eggs look like cylindrical brown spots. The red-brown of the eggs are glued down with a sticky substance that the cockroach forms before they lay them on the floor. Usually, cockroach eggs are in a small grouping of around 20 eggs. They are fairly small, and the problem is that they are only laid 24 hours before they hatch. That means they are incredibly hard to find! If you do find them, it’s a good sign that you have an infestation in your home.
What do baby roaches look like?
Baby roaches can be a little misleading. Since they don’t look like adult cockroaches, they can be easily mistaken as something else. These baby cockroaches are white and gray, so they don’t look like cockroaches until they get a bit bigger. Unlike the adults, there are no wings on their body. They are also a bit smaller and wider than the long, skinny bodies of many roaches.
Can roaches bite?
Most people think that although cockroaches are creepy, they are harmless. Unfortunately, that’s not true! Cockroaches have actually been known to nibble on human flesh—both living and dead. While they may first take a bite of your nails or eyelashes, or possibly the dry skin on your hands and feet, they will still bite. Their bites can cause some pretty bad irritation and it can be hard to pinpoint whether a bite is a cockroach bite or not unless you see cockroaches around the house.
What do roach bites look like?
Cockroach bites actually look pretty similar to bed bug bites, but they won’t be in a group. If you find a bright red and round bite on you that is by itself, there is a chance it could be a cockroach bite. Your skin will swell up and get pretty itchy, and there may be a hard lump feeling within the bite.
