Finding a cockroach in your home can be very unsettling. Besides being creepy and unpleasant, they’re also unsanitary. However, while it's important to keep roaches out of your house, some of your habits may actually be attracting them. Avoid the need for pest control services by taking care of these simple chores regularly.

How Does Your Home Attract Cockroaches?

1. Dirty Dishes in the Sink

Many people pile their dinner dishes in the sink and wait to wash them the next day. Unfortunately, roaches are drawn to any food source, even the scraps and grease left on your plates. Wash your dishes immediately after eating or, if you must leave them until later, rinse them off thoroughly and discard uneaten scraps. If you're leaving them for the night, stack them neatly in the sink and don't leave any standing water, as cockroaches also seek sources of moisture.

2. Neglected Litter Boxes

Roaches are also attracted to feces, as they contain nutrient remnants. Therefore, for pest control purposes, stay up-to-date on cleaning your cat's litter box. Remove droppings daily and deposit them outside in a sealed container. 

3. Cardboard & Newspaper Piles

Cardboard and paper products like magazines and newspapers contain cellulose, which cockroaches can digest. The folds and grooves in cardboard and piles of papers can also become a cozy home for a cockroach. Get rid of unnecessary cardboard or paper in your home to minimize places where roaches can hide.

If you think you may have a cockroach problem, contact National Exterminating Co in Warner Robins, GA. This expert residential and commercial pest control service has helped clients throughout Middle Georgia since 1974. In addition to roach control, they also offer spider, termite, and bed bug control, along with wildlife removal. Visit their website to submit a contract request form, or call (478) 922-1410 to request a quote.