Roaches

Ask anyone which insect they dread seeing in their home the most, and people will inevitably say cockroaches. This is true for a multitude of reasons. They are incredibly repulsive, not only in how they look, but also in their behavior. Most species of cockroaches are omnivorous, meaning that they eat just about anything, including flesh. Cockroaches also carry many diseases, bacteria, parasites, and dangerous pathogens that are easily transmitted to humans, including salmonella, typhoid, cholera, leprosy, etc. They also can cause severe allergic reactions, asthma, and a host of breathing and digestive problems.

And then, there’s the way they can seemingly infiltrate every nook and cranny of your home. If you’ve seen just one (and they typically hide and only come out in the dark), it generally means that there are many more to be discovered. They spread quickly because they are not only intelligent but also highly adept hitchhikers. They are prolific breeders and will nest practically anywhere—inside your walls, flooring, furniture, clothing, and even your electronics. They quickly contaminate your food sources and storage areas. They leave dead carcasses, feces (which look like little black specks), and shed skin all over your home and excrete chemical trails called cuticular hydrocarbons, all of which give off distinctly unpleasant odors. In short, they rapidly turn your home into a foul-smelling, unsanitary, unlivable mess.

They are one of the most challenging pests to get rid of that there is, according to the CDC, and are one of the hardiest and most adaptable bugs on the planet. You’ve probably heard that cockroaches would be one of the few living creatures that would survive a nuclear apocalypse, and scientific studies indicate that to be true. Furthermore, they are becoming increasingly immune to the common pesticides that were once effective in treating them. Over-the-counter products and DIY efforts are now unreliable and usually garner poor results.

If you’ve found yourself unsuccessfully trying to deal with a cockroach problem, or even if you’ve seen one in your home and are worried about an infestation, there is an effective solution: a professional pest control company. It is not just the best but the only viable way to entirely eliminate an infestation.

If you are seeking professional help in the Charleston, West Virginia area, Enviro-Tech Pest Services is a terrific choice. We service multiple areas throughout the state—and we are experts at handling cockroach issues of all kinds. We have decades of experience as well as an arsenal of knowledge, commercial-grade products, and modern technology that will enable us to eradicate your problem and keep them from coming back. Give us a call today, and let’s get started.