Why cockroaches increase in the rains
Cockroaches live in drains, sewers and damp spaces. When rainwater fills these spaces, they move up into homes through drain pipes, gaps around plumbing and cracks in walls. Warm, humid conditions also help eggs hatch faster.
1. Cover your drains
Use drain covers or mesh in bathroom and kitchen floor drains, and keep sink stoppers in at night. This is the single most effective step during the rains.
2. Keep the sink and counters dry
Cockroaches need water more than food. Wipe the sink, counters and floor dry before going to bed, and fix dripping taps.
3. Do not leave dishes overnight
Food residue on dishes attracts cockroaches. Wash dishes before bed, or at least soak and cover them.
4. Store food in airtight containers
Keep grains, snacks, sugar and pet food in sealed containers, and do not leave fruit or bread uncovered.
5. Take the garbage out daily
Use a bin with a tight lid, line it with a bag and empty it every day during the monsoon.
6. Seal gaps and cracks
Fill gaps around pipes, under the sink, behind the stove and along skirting with sealant. These are both entry points and hiding places.
7. Check deliveries and cardboard
Cockroaches and their egg cases often arrive in cardboard boxes and grocery bags. Unpack deliveries promptly and do not store cardboard in the kitchen.
8. Avoid spraying everywhere
Household sprays kill the cockroaches you see but often scatter the rest deeper into walls and appliances, and leave a smell in the kitchen.
When to call a professional
If you see cockroaches during the day, or several at night, there is likely a large colony hiding nearby. Our odorless Go-Roaches™ gel baiting places tiny droplets of bait in cracks and hinges. Cockroaches carry it back to the nest, which reaches the whole colony, and you do not need to empty your cabinets or leave the house.
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