Florida Woods Cockroach Control in West Palm Beach, FL

How can I prevent Florida woods cockroaches?

• Seal all entry points around your home. Roaches can fit through tiny cracks in your foundation or walls, as well as spaces around doors and windows. Use weather stripping and caulk, and repair any damaged screens.

• Inspect items before bringing them inside. Roaches often make their way into homes hidden on deliveries or other items. Take a close look at packages, boxes, firewood, etc. before bringing them into your home.

• Address any water problems. Roaches may enter your building in search of water, and Florida woods roaches have entered homes through plumbing. Handle any water issues around your home, like issues with faucets, pipes, downspouts, etc.

• Clean your home regularly. Keep your home tidy and clutter-free to eliminate hiding spots and help keep these pests out. Take out the trash regularly and sweep up any messes as soon as possible.

What time of year are cockroaches most common in West Palm Beach?

Cockroach season peaks in West Palm Beach between June and September. But due to the area's warm and humid climate, you can find roaches in your home throughout the year.

How do Florida woods cockroaches differ from American cockroaches?

• Color: Florida woods cockroaches are a dark reddish-brown to black while On the American cockroaches are reddish brown with a tan-yellowish ring between their head and body.

• Size: Florida woods and American cockroaches are both about 1 ? to 1 ? long, but the Florida woods cockroach is 1 inch wide while the American cockroach is only ½ of an inch wide.

• Habitat: Florida woods cockroaches are found outside in leaf piles, tree stumps, and under shrubs. Rarely will they venture inside through cracks and gaps, but they can easily be brought into your home on firewood. American cockroaches also prefer the outdoors, but they are more likely to come inside. When they do, they gravitate towards dark and damp spots such as basements and attics. 

Offspring: The Florida woods and American cockroaches have similar numbers off offspring. In a lifetime, a female Florida woods cockroach will have about 250 offspring, while an American cockroach will have just over 200.

Do I need to prepare my home for Florida woods cockroach control services?

No, we do not require any sort of preparation for roach control services.

Are Florida woods cockroaches dangerous?

Roaches, in general, are filthy creatures that have a habit of consuming rotting bacteria-ridden organic matter. These nasty pests spread disease-causing organisms around homes and businesses over countertops, kitchen tables, and on left out and stored foods.

Here are just a few diseases you might contract from these dangerous pests.

• Dysentery

• Typhoid Fever

• Cholera

• Salmonellosis

• Gastroenteritis

• Leprosy

• Plague

If you have asthma or any respiratory problem, cockroaches might make you sick in a different way. Indirectly, through their shed skins and dirt-like fecal matter, roaches release particulates into the air that often trigger breathing problems. This problem compounds itself and becomes worse the larger an infestation becomes.

How do I get rid of Florida woods cockroaches in my home?

If you have Florida woods cockroaches, a good starting point is to deep clean your home, specifically addressing grease, food, and water. Try to vacuum up as many roaches as you come across along the way. 

It is also important to make sure cracks and holes around your home are sealed.

Since different species respond to certain treatments better than others, it is important to call a professional to identify the type of roach before spending your money on a solution that may or may not work.