Roaches are among the world's most challenging insects. They can go a month without eating due to a symbiotic relationship with a particular bacteria known as Bacteroides. This bacteria is passed down at birth and lives in specialized cells in the roach, producing the vitamins and amino acids needed to keep the pest alive. They can survive underwater for extended periods without breathing. However, hot water will be their demise.

While they are a nuisance in your home or business, they are also carriers of many different diseases that impact humans. Allergic reactions from their feces can cause asthma-like symptoms, and even more severe diseases are associated with them. They have been shown to carry Salmonella Typhi, which is the bacteria that can cause typhoid and transmit Polio in the form of Poliomyelitis and be the cause of Dysentery, which includes severe diarrhea. Not to mention that one pair of roaches can potentially have up to 400,000 offspring in a year. With these potential health risks, you must get rid of these pets as quickly as possible. 

They are all over the world, and there are upwards of four thousand different species; however, there are only about 30 that are considered pests. Four specific species can be found in Missouri:

• German Cockroach
• Brownbanded Cockroach
• Oriental Cockroach
• American Cockroach

Roaches find many different places to call home. They love to live in warm and humid areas such as under sinks and laundry rooms. They do not like to be in the light and will scurry away (at almost 2 miles an hour) at the flick of a light switch, making it difficult for you to be sure if roaches are the problem. They thrive on garbage and food crumbs leftover from either you or your pets. They are thigmotropic, meaning that they are most comfortable when they contact something solid, including other roaches. They can get into tiny spaces because they can squeeze into areas that are a quarter of their body height, and they love the tight surroundings. 

Having pests in your home can be problematic, no matter what pest it is. Roaches are a common pest found in homes, and most people find it hard to get rid of them on their own. Our team at Pest Patrol works hard to ensure that your home is pest-free, especially when it comes to roaches. We have the experience needed to remove these pests for good.

We customize our plans for specific issues and practice the most reliable pest control methods. We are a top-rated pest control company in the Springfield area, and our customer service is second to none. Contact us today for a free estimate.