While it doesn’t necessarily mean there is an infestation, preventing one is essential.
Today, pest control experts share their best tips to get rid of cockroaches before they infest your home.
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Signs You Have a Cockroach Infestation
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To keep them out, Baldwin suggests you check all seals and fill any gaps or spaceswith caulk.
Cronan advises that you pay attention to potential standing water sources and eliminate them.
This is because cockroaches require daily water intake and struggle to survive without it.
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Start by combining equal parts of boric acid, flour, and sugar.
Keep an eye on the area and replenish the boric acid mixture as needed.
How Do Cockroaches Get Inside Your Home?
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A variety ofessential oils, fruits, vegetables, and seasonings keep cockroaches away.
Try essential oils such as peppermint, lavender, citrus, or eucalyptus.
Sticky traps offer a non-chemical home remedy for getting rid of cockroaches.
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The sugar and flour attract the pests while the boric acid dehydrates them.
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