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How to attract a cockroach out of hiding?

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"I think I have cockroaches, but can’t find where they’re hiding. How can I lure them out?"

Cockroaches are experts at staying out of sight and are notoriously difficult to get rid of on your own. They spend most of their time in dark, tight spaces close to food and moisture. This includes behind appliances, under sinks, or inside wall voids. 

Here’s how to attract a cockroach out of hiding:

  • Use sticky traps or gel baits near warm, dark areas like behind the stove, under the fridge, or near drains. Using a bait or attractant is the best way to lure them out.
  • Call in the professionals for a comprehensive extermination and for the prevention of further infestations. We know how to find cockroaches and our technicians will come and inspect your home for free.
     

Preventing cockroaches in the first place

Luring cockroaches out of hiding and then killing them while they are scattering is difficult. The best way to deal with roaches is to prevent them from coming inside in the first place. 

There are steps you can take yourself, like reducing excessive moisture, sealing gaps and cracks around the home, and keeping surfaces and floors free of food debris. Our technicians can implement prevention techniques and provide guidance that’s tailored specifically to your home. Our technicians know how to address the root cause of infestations, instead of just focusing on extermination alone.

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