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When dealing with a cockroach infestation, identifying the species is immensely important. Failing to identify the species will leave you vulnerable. Once you’ve identified the species, you’ll know what you’re dealing with, how to fix it, and why they’re in your home. The world is home to more than 4,000 cockroach species, but there could be more. Nevertheless, a small portion of them impacts Boston dwellings. Approximately five cockroaches species live in human habitats across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
Working with an exterminator is recommended. Doing so guarantees that you can quickly identify the species and the best solution to the problem. Our exterminators have been dealing with cockroach species for many years. As a result, they know how to fix the problem swiftly and safely. Why are the cockroaches in your home? How can you get rid of them? You won’t know until you’ve confirmed the species. Working with one of our skilled exterminators is the best way to do that.
Common Cockroach Species In Boston
There are numerous cockroach species in Boston, but some are more common. The two most common cockroach species in Boston are the American cockroach and the German cockroach.
German Cockroaches
The largest German cockroaches measure 5/8ths of an inch in length. They have racing stripes and are typically light brown. German cockroaches are similar to other species since they will reproduce swiftly and prolifically. Although a few German cockroaches have entered your home, they could soon create an infestation in your home. Once inside a dwelling, they’re going to hide under the home’s warm appliances.
American Cockroaches
American cockroaches are common in your area as well. These cockroaches are much bigger with the largest of the species reaching two inches in length. They’re reddish-brown and have a plate on their head. These cockroaches can live for many, many years. You can expect them to mature in two years. It’ll take them a bit longer to infest a dwelling. However, it should be noted that they typically do not infest homes unless they are experiencing a sewer issue. They prefer staying close to steam tunnels and sewer systems.
There are several other species that can impacts Boston residents. They include Surinam cockroaches, brown-banded cockroaches, Pennsylvania wood cockroaches, and more.
Pennsylvania Wood Cockroaches
These cockroaches are primarily found in the eastern states, so you’ll likely encounter them at some point. Male members of this species can grow up to an inch in length, but females are roughly three-quarters of an inch. Although you may notice these cockroaches around your home, they usually do not transform into pests. They can cluster in certain areas though. They are generally attracted to wood piles and blocked gutters.
Spotted Mediterranean Cockroaches
These cockroaches are small with the biggest members growing up to a third of an inch. These cockroaches are not native to the United States. Instead, they’re native to Europe and came to the United States in the middle of the 1900s. Since then, their population has grown significantly. If you’re going to find Spotted Mediterranean cockroaches on your property, you’ll likely find them outside near foliage. They may enter your home from outside, but the chance they’ll breed in your home is low.
Oriental Cockroaches
Oriental cockroaches are larger than some of the others since they can grow over an inch. They’re darker as well since most of these cockroaches are black. Females and males are drastically different. Females do not have wings, but males do. A male Oriental cockroach will have wings that cover three-quarters of its body. These cockroaches tend to stick around older buildings and sewer systems. Although they’re a lot like American cockroaches, Oriental cockroaches can tolerate cold weather better. You may find them outside near your trashcans.
Smokey Brown Cockroaches
Most smokey brown cockroaches are found in the southern portion of the United States, but they can travel to Massachusetts. They’re reddish-brown and grow over an inch in length. They can be found in your area, but not often.
Surinam Cockroaches
Surinam cockroaches are always female. There are no male cockroaches in this species. The female cockroaches hold eggs and eventually give live birth. They can grow up to three-quarters of an inch. They prefer staying in warm areas. If you find them in Boston, they’re not going to be outside.
Brown-Banded Cockroaches
Brown-banded cockroaches are one of the smallest. Most of these cockroaches will only reach half an inch. They’re tan and are often mistaken for German cockroaches. To determine which species you’re dealing with, you’ll need to look at its head. Brown-banded cockroaches have marks instead of racing stripes. It is uncommon to encounter this species, but it can happen.
Reasons For Cockroaches
Why are you seeing more and more cockroaches around your home? Ultimately, there is no definite answer here. The reason will depend on the species. As you’ve found out above, some cockroach species are attracted to sewer systems but others are not. If your home hasn’t been cleaned well enough, there is a chance that cockroaches are entering your home to eat the crumbs on your floors. Work with our professionals to find out more about the species and the reason they’re in your home.
Health Concerns
When you’re living with cockroaches, the health hazards involved are extremely high. As the infestation grows in size, the risks climb higher as well. On one hand, cockroaches are not physically dangerous since they don’t bite or attack humans or pets. However, they are dangerous since they can transmit serious illnesses. When cockroaches contaminate human food sources, the potential for health complications is high. Eat the contaminated food and you could develop salmonella or another serious illness. Another issue with cockroaches is that they’re going to inflame asthma symptoms.
Ultimately, cockroaches are dangerous and need to be eradicated quickly.
Eliminating Infestations
Cockroaches are not easy to eliminate, but you can do it. However, you may want to avoid do-it-yourself methods because they’re not reliable. When you decide to use DIY methods, you’ll need to take a risk. You’ll pick a method that may or may not work. You have no way of knowing. Plus, you need to use these products precisely to obtain satisfactory results. There is a risk that you’re going to miss a few of the cockroaches. Then, they’ll reproduce and continue impacting your life. We offer more reliable services. Our exterminators have been trained to wipe out the infestation efficiently.
They’ve been trained to use the latest products and techniques. As a result, they can eliminate the problem as safely as possible.
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Safer Cockroach Treatments
Our clients are worried about using unsafe treatments to eliminate the problem. We understand this wholeheartedly and would prefer to keep you safe. If you want to be protected during every step of the process, you need to work with our exterminators. They’ve been trained extensively to provide safe, reliable results. Furthermore, they’re trained to use the latest EPA-registered products. Our field technicians will do everything they can to fix the problem without exposing anyone to unnecessary health hazards.
Preventing Cockroaches
Could you stop cockroaches from entering your home? You can try, but you may not be able to stop all of them. Still, it is a good idea to take precautions to keep them out. For starters, keep your home clean, tidy, and dry. Clean up messes around your home as quickly as possible. You’ll also need to pay close attention to the potential signs of cockroach infestations. Make sure you check your home regularly. Look around your property for cockroaches since they could be a sign of a broken sewer pipe. When you find cockroaches in and around your home, contact us so we can fix the issue for you.
We Offer The Best Boston Cockroach Control Services
Have you ever been tasked with removing cockroaches from a home? This type of scenario is downright frustrating and incredibly dangerous. You might be able to find viable over-the-counter solutions, but they’re often hazardous to your health. With that being said, you should not attempt to remedy the problem on your own. Our company is here for you and we’ve got much safer solutions. On top of that, we’ll do our best to help our clients save a little bit of cash along the way. Below, you’re going to learn far more about our cockroach control solutions.
Why Hire A Pro?
Many Boston residents believe that they can fix these problems on their own. In reality, they can. However, doing it on your own comes with severe risks. The truth of the matter is that over-the-counter chemicals are usually dangerous. They could harm your health. At the same time, they could very well damage your belongings. Some of these chemicals have been known to cause damage to certain fabrics. Finally, you just never know if those chemicals are going to work. This is why you should choose us.
We have surefire solutions and we know how to get rid of cockroaches effectively and safely. We can take the burden from your shoulders and fix your problem before you know it.
Highly Qualified
There are many cockroach control companies in Boston. Still, a lot of them aren’t going to cut the muster. They might not be licensed. Or, their technicians may not be thoroughly trained. This is why we recommend working with our company. We have gone to great lengths to ensure that our technicians are actually prepared to get the job done right. We make sure that our techs are rigorously trained. Plus, they’re required to get follow up training. We are also happy to say that our company is licensed and insured.
When you give us the opportunity to fix your problem, you’ll know that the problem is going to be fixed for good.
Protecting You
As mentioned above, our company is actually licensed and insured. Many of our competitors cannot say the same. Our company strongly believes that it is our top priority to help and protect our clients. This is why we feel that it is necessary to have the right insurance. When you work with us, you won’t be forced to take any risks whatsoever. Our insurance is there to protect you and your assets. If anything goes wrong, we promise that we’ll cover the costs and fix the problem for you!
Our Main Perks
There are plenty of perks of working with our firm. Some of the most notable will be listed below for you.
- We have years and years of experience
- Our team will protect the client while getting rid of the roaches
- We have the insurance needed to protect your assets
- Our staff will try to get the problem remedied as quickly as possible
- Our prices are reasonable
Eliminating The Roaches Today!
Cockroaches can spread with lightning fast speeds. Before that happens, you should get in touch with us. We’ll take steps to get rid of them for good today.
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