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The Dangers Roaches Bring To Your Chattanooga Property
Different people eat different things. That said, humans can consume certain things like grains, vegetables, and proteins, and even these things become toxic to us if they go bad. We do not eat things like paper, glue, and plaster. Other creatures, however, do. One creature that lives in our area and will eat just about anything is the cockroach. In nature, these pests help to break down decaying organisms. Inside homes, they are strictly problem-causing pests. Here are some things to consider to help you understand the problems roaches bring to Chattanooga properties and the dangers they pose to homeowners.
Why Roaches Are Dangerous
When food goes bad, it doesn’t take long for it to pick up harmful bacteria. As cockroaches consume decaying vegetables, meats, and grains, they pick up disease-causing organisms. These pests also pick up bacteria from trash bins, floors, sewers, and other dirty areas around homes. These things, combined with the fact that roaches regularly climb over countertops and accessible food, make them hazardous pests.
Another thing that makes cockroaches dangerous is their fecal droppings and shed skins. When these pests shed and defecate throughout our homes, these bi-products break down and are released into the air like dust. If you or someone in your family has asthma, allergies, or other forms of respiratory problems, these dust-like particulates will cause minor to severe irritation.
Other Problems Roaches Cause
Posing dangers to humans is not the only problem roaches cause around homes. These pests are also incredibly annoying. Although shy, it is not uncommon for a cockroach to skitter through a room, especially late at night. Witnessing this causes even the most sensible adults a fright.
Cockroaches are also destructive. Because their diet is so expansive, it is not uncommon to consume items like cardboard, newspaper, and book glue. This type of behavior is likely to cause damage to stored items.
How Roaches Get Into Homes
Roaches invade homes in a few different ways. The first is by crawling in through gaps and cracks in the exterior of buildings. These pests might also skitter in under unprotected doors or through tears in screens. Another clever way cockroaches get into homes is by crawling through utility pipes. It is not uncommon for these pests to transition from house to house by squeezing through sewer pipes.
Some Prevention Tips For Roaches
To keep cockroaches out of your living areas, you have to reduce factors that draw them in and seal off entry points. To do this, try these prevention tips.
- Use a caulking gun to fill in holes and cracks in your foundation and spacing around window and door frames.
- Make sure all of your exterior doors have door sweeps.
- Repair tears or other damage to screening around your home.
- Address moisture issues in and around your house.
- Keep your living areas clean and tidy.
- Store accessible food inside airtight containers.
- Clean up after your pets.
One Great Option For Roach Control
There is no easy way to prevent cockroaches, that is unless you hire a professional. Get the experts at Perfect Blend Pest Solutions involved if you want to keep these pests stay out of your Chattanooga home. We will inspect your house and its exterior and put in place a treatment plan designed to fight back against invasive roaches. We will then monitor pest pressures on your Chattanooga property and adjust things as needed to ensure invasive pests stay away. Call us today to start your journey to a pest-free home.
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