Cockroaches are very resilient creatures that are especially drawn to moisture and the abundance of food to feast on, hence the kitchen is the ideal place in the entire building to stake out. It is for this very reason that most cockroaches that are present in your house convene in the kitchen area. Because of the amount of moisture present in the skink, the cockroaches of course have to make their home there as well. One common place cockroaches like to stake out is the sink. It offers the cockroach the perfect spot because of its humidity and available food sources that often get drained through it. But how do you get cockroaches out of your drain or, even better, how do you prevent cockroaches coming into your drain in the first place To find out how to read on!
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To make sure that cockroaches do not become a nuisance, the best option is to look for any leaks, especially when you have a garbage disposer. Make sure to go along your pipes to see and detect any cracks. These cracks might give cockroaches easier access to get in your drain because of their love for moisture and water. The presence of food makes it also very attractive for cockroaches to stay there long-term. Online sources suggest flushing down vinegar and boiling water. A note of caution is needed because boiling water can easily damage your pipes and can push down solidified fats and oil which may cause a blockage in the end.
To make sure other pests, including cockroaches, are not drawn to the sink for a midnight snack; the best way is to put a sink stopper in the drain. Cockroaches, mice, and every other nocturnal insect or pest are attracted to food particles no matter how small or big. A good practice is to clean out the sink from any leftover food particles and debris. Moisture overnight may amplify the odour even more making it irresistible for the pests to ignore.
The next step is the most essential, and frankly, the most basic one out all steps that require your effort and is entirely dependant on yourself. Keep your counter clean and free of appliances. This means looking for crumbs on the counter, storing leftovers in air-tight containers or Tupperware, and giving the floor a good mopping before heading to bed. Not only does this greatly reduce the chance of cockroaches coming around, but this also reduces the chance for rodents to pay a visit as well.
If you are dealing with a cockroach infestation, call a reputable pest control service right away such as the experts from Pest Control Guelph who have years of experience ridding properties from cockroaches and more! Do not hesitate and give us a call.
