The German cockroach (Blattella germanica) is the most common species of cockroach and is found worldwide. It does not take long for a German cockroach infestation to develop. In fact, all you need is a pregnant female cockroach with an egg sac to begin a cockroach problem, which can seemingly turn into a full blown infestation overnight.
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German Cockroach Habitat
German cockroaches have adapted to living with humans and have become quite difficult to control. The German Cockroach is the only species of cockroach in southern California that carries its egg sack on its back, protecting the eggs from predators and pest control treatments. The German cockroach is a social insect, establishing large colonies and then spreading via wall voids. German cockroaches prefer to live in tight cracks and crevices often near food and moisture sources, making residential and commercial kitchen environments prime habitats and harborages.
German cockroaches are found in many locations throughout a building, however, they prefer warm and humid places, including kitchens and bathrooms. Excellent hitchhikers, German cockroaches are easily transported via grocery bags, cardboard boxes, drink cartons and secondhand appliances.
German cockroaches can feed on most anything, including grease, soaps, glue and toothpaste.
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German Cockroach Threats
Not only are German cockroaches a bothersome pest, they have also been linked to outbreaks of illness and allergic reactions. It is estimated that cockroaches can spread at least 33 types of bacteria, 6 variations of parasitic worms and as many as 7 other types of human pathogens. Cockroaches shed their bodies as they mature and grow into a new skin leaving the vacated shape within wall voids. Medical reports show that cockroach allergens are to blame for allergic reactions in children and can worsen asthma attacks.
German Cockroach Treatment
Ameriguard Pest Defense's German Cockroach Defense Service begins with a licensed technician providing a full inspection of your residence and property. During the inspection, your technician will identify potential problem areas around your home or office, paying extra attention to the kitchen, bathrooms and other sources of food and water. After the source of your problem areas have been identified, your technician will point out other potential cockroach harborages and steps you can take to reduce future German cockroach infestations.Your technician will create a customized German Cockroach treatment plan for year-round protection, using the most effective and environmentally-conscious control solutions.
German Cockroach Prevention
Once a German cockroach infestation is underway, it is very difficult if next to impossible to treat on your own, primarily because a single female German cockroach can breed at a rate of six generations per year. However, they are some prevention tips to insure that you do not unknowingly introduce a cockroach problem into your residence. These tips will also help if you have recently eradicated a cockroach infestation and want to avoid a re-invasion.
- Frequent vacuuming and disposing of garbage regularly
- Keep counter tops and kitchen surfaces and floors clean and free of crumbs and grease that can attract pests
- Pay close attention on kitchens and bathrooms, specifically under appliances and plumbing access lines that are prone to cockroach infestations
- Dispose of cardboard materials from warehouse and big box stores immediately after removing store contents and inspect any second hand appliances brought into your home
Preparation For Service
For your protection, AmeriGuard Pest Defense requires all German cockroach services to comply with our Client Preparation Checklist before the German cockroach treatment can begin. The Client Preparation Checklist can be reviewed on our website here. Upon arrival, your technician will verify completion of the preparation checklist. Failure to complete the steps listed in the preparation checklist may delay treatment and potentially void any guarantees on our cockroach service.
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