Last Updated on May 16, 2022 By Emma W. Thomas
The German cockroach (Blattella germanica) is a true nightmare, as it is difficult to eliminate and multiplies in speed and quantity much more than another type of cockroach.
If only one were left alive in your house, it could make the elimination effort useless.
Do not give up! It will not be easy, but not impossible if you follow our advice on How to Get Rid of German Roaches
Your name probably does not sound, but we assure you that if you have ever had cockroaches at home or at your location, it is more than likely that it was the German cockroach type.
They are one of the most common types, belonging to the species blatella germanica, and you will recognize them by their brown color. Its size is between 1.3 cm and 1.6 cm and… Yes, we are sorry to inform you that they have wings.
It is considered one of the ‘paradigm’ pests of places where food is handled, such as bars, cafes, restaurants or grocery stores. Therefore, it can appear in any building that has a kitchen or canteen, such as schools, hospitals or any office that has a food handling area.
This is due to the predilection of this species of the cockroach for starchy foods such as potatoes, bread or any that is made with flour in much of its composition.
In addition, its species is able to reproduce until it reaches about six generations in a single year. Their favorite place is usually a humid and warm place, and of course, they are a source of transmission of bacteria and germs harmful to health. But do not worry, because if they have come in the form of an unexpected visit, there are different ways to get rid of the German cockroach.
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Best ways to get rid of german roaches
Baits
An easy product to find is gel bait tubes. This method attracts cockroaches, so you should place it in the areas where they usually pass. For example, door and window frames, cabinet door edges and joining areas of the different parts of the furniture, possible cracks, holes, and drawers. Of course, try to be in areas where children and pets do not usually frequent.
On the other hand, there are also bait stations, which are presented as a kind of house for cockroaches that have entrance areas and contain poison inside. If the effect fails to be fulminant and they do not die immediately, they will do so a few meters from the station.
Boric acid
Boric acid is a very effective remedy in the fight against pests, especially cockroaches. It is a white powder that can be bought in hardware stores or health stores and that is usually mixed with some palatable food such as sugar so that the insect ingests what interests it and ends up dying from poison.
The best way to achieve an effective death is to place several traps for the cockroach to ingest this mixture several times. The best places are the low areas of the appliances or in the gaps between the furniture, or any area where you think you can live or have a nest.
The traps
It is an infallible method for almost most pests. The traps with glue, for example, manage to attract cockroaches as they usually contain pheromones or some sweet element that catches your eye. When they arrive for their prize, they remain stuck and die of starvation or poisoning.
All of them are very effective methods, but they also all contain chemical elements that can be toxic to both humans and pets. Therefore, it is very important that before using them you read the instructions for use and take the necessary precautions.
Therefore, we recommend that you do not use them in areas where you usually handle food such as countertops or dining tables. However, if you are careful, you will have no problem and you will face a sure win against your unwanted tenant.
If you prefer something more homemade, there are also other more natural methods to eliminate cockroaches.
In any case, although all these methods can eliminate the German cockroach effectively, the ideal is to perform good sanitation before trying to end it and once you have finished the process. In fact, cleaning is the best basis to avoid future visits and, above all, to ensure that your home is not a target desired by these insects.
Emma is a graduate of Domestic Science or Family and Consumer Sciences (Home Economics) from the University of Wisconsin. She has 7 years of experience Working with the strategic section of BestBuy and now writing full-time for Homeeon.
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