Hoffman’s Exterminating provides homeowners with cleaning tips to help prevent cockroach infestations.
February is here, which means love is in the air. But there aren’t many things homeowners hate more than a cockroach sighting in the home. Hoffman’s Exterminating, a leading New Jersey-based pest control company, warns that these pests can pose a significant threat to health and homes. They offer cleaning tips for homeowners to help prevent an infestation.
“Often times when people are experiencing allergy and asthma symptoms, they automatically chalk it up to the time of year. They don’t consider that their stuffy nose and itchy eyes could actually be triggered by the presence of cockroaches in their home,” said William T. Hoffman, President & CEO of Hoffman’s Exterminating.
“In addition to exacerbating asthma and allergy symptoms, cockroaches are also capable of spreading 33 kinds of bacteria. That includes Salmonella and E. coli. This makes it all the more important to take the necessary steps to eliminate food, water and harborage sites for cockroaches.”
How To Prevent Cockroaches From Invading Your Home
Maintaining excellent sanitation is one of the best practices in protecting the home against cockroaches. Hoffman’s Exterminating recommends the below cleaning tips from the National Pest Management Association (NPMA):
- Kitchen: Keep counters, sinks, tables and floors meticulously clean every day. Clean dishes, crumbs and spills right away, store food in airtight containers and always avoid leaving food out—including pet food. Vacuum any crumbs stuck in corners and around cabinets, and regularly clean cabinets out with soap and water. Check under sinks and clean under appliances for moisture issues, and quickly address any found.
- Bathroom: Cockroaches are attracted to moisture and can only survive for a week without water, so always wipe up standing water around sinks, tubs and toilets. Fix leaky faucets and ensure sinks are clear of water before bedtime—cockroaches are nocturnal and will typically emerge to search for water and food at night when the house is dark and quiet.
- Basement: Eliminate clutter where possible to reduce hiding spaces for cockroaches. Basement windows and areas where weather-stripping has become worn are frequent points of access for cockroaches, so homeowners should be sure to seal any cracks or crevices using caulk, steel wool or a combination of both.
Do you have a pest problem in your South Jersey home? Reach out to the best pest control team in the region. Contact Hoffman’s Exterminating today.
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