Did you know that different species of cockroaches can invade your Greenwich home, each requiring specific control methods? Here's a quick guide:
- German Cockroach: Small, light brown, and known for their rapid reproduction. Found mostly in kitchens and bathrooms, they require expert intervention due to their fast breeding rate.
- American Cockroach: Larger and reddish-brown, these roaches prefer basements and damp areas. Though less likely to enter homes, their size and potential to carry diseases make them a serious threat.
- Oriental Cockroach: Dark, almost black, and often found in cool, damp spaces like basements and drains. They may not reproduce as quickly as the German cockroach, but they can still spread bacteria.
- Brown-banded Cockroach: Prefers warmer, drier places such as attics and upper levels of homes. Smaller in size but still a health hazard due to the germs they carry.
Knowing the species you’re dealing with helps in choosing the right treatment method, making professional pest control even more crucial.
Action Step: Unsure which type you have? Contact a pest control expert for an accurate assessment and treatment plan.