Signs of an American Cockroach Infestation & How to Get Rid of Flying Cockroaches in Mount Holly, NJ

American cockroaches can be found all throughout America and with dense populations in New Jersey. During the fall season as temperatures begin to drop, many pests, including the American cockroach, will begin to invade our homes. Although many species of cockroaches will hibernate during the winter, American cockroaches prefer warm climates and are drawn to homes and other human structures. With invasion threats increasing, Ross Environmental Solutions will share how to identify American cockroaches, signs of infestation, and how to prevent and control these pests.

American Cockroach Identification

American cockroaches are one of the largestnatural cockroach species found in America. They can reach 1 ½ inches in lengthand can fly short distances. Both adult male and female American cockroachesdevelop wings. However, the immature roach as well as the nymphs are wingless.As adults, American cockroaches are a dark reddish brown color with a yellowishoutline around their head. The immature roach is lighter but still has thereddish brown coloring and often don’t have the yellow outline.

Signs of an American Cockroach Infestation

There are number of telltale signs of Americancockroaches and their intrusion. One sign is their droppings which look likelittle black round capsules. You will find their droppings in areas where theytend to gather or feed. If American cockroaches have been in the home longenough to reproduce, females will lay their egg capsules which can contain upto 16 eggs,. The females tend to leave their egg capsules in warm places suchas the laundry room, kitchen, or in the garage. Another sign of American cockroachesare the smell. American cockroaches produce a musty odor, which is a pheromonethey produce to help them find each other. Of course, sighting of cockroachesis always an undisputable sign of their presence. Once any of these signsemerge you will need to address the cockroach problem aggressively.

American Cockroach Prevention

Depending on how severe the infestation is,control methods can vary. If you’ve addressed the early invasions and only afew cockroaches made it inside your home, then in most cases a pesticide treatmentis all that is needed to be applied inside and outside of the home. Majorinfestations may require more intensive treatment. To prevent cockroachesbefore they begin to invade your home, you will want to seal your home. You willwant to make sure cockroaches can’t enter your home through small cracks andgaps. Use a silicone caulking glue to fill in cracks or gaps outside of yourhome. Make sure windows and window screens are functional. Additionally, youwill want to do some yard work and house cleaning. Your goal is to restrictshelter, water and food sources inside and outside your home. Clean up all yarddebris and prevent any leaky plumbing outside the home. Additionally, avoidleaving the lights on outside your home this time of year, as Americancockroaches are drawn to light. Keep the inside of the home clean and clutterfree. Maintain all interior plumbing. Seal up all food in airtight containersto prevent feeding the pests as well as to avoid food contamination.

Cockroach Control

If you need help controlling cockroaches and other pests this fall season, contact Ross Environmental Solutions today.