As home to the largest family-owned winery in the world, Californians love to call Modesto home. Whether you’re heading to DOMO for a Modesto Nuts game or you’re planning to take advantage of Modesto’s warm summer nights with some family and friends, the last thing you want to deal with a cockroach problem. These unwanted pests invade your home, eat the same food as you, carry bacteria, and ultimately scare you in the middle of the night. In Modesto, however, cockroaches are a common problem as they are highly invasive, breed quickly, and can be hard to exterminate.
The Cockroaches Of Modesto
The most common types of cockroaches in Modesto are American, German, and Oriental cockroaches.
American Cockroach: The American cockroach ranges in size from 1 to 2 inches, has an oval-shaped body, reddish-brown color, with tiny wings. They typically enter homes through sewers, drains, under doors, or anywhere else they can find to squeeze in. Some signs of an American cockroach infestation include finding droppings, egg capsules, a musty smell, or seeing the insect.
- German Cockroach: In Modesto, the most common cockroach is the German cockroach. This roach is approximately 1 inch in length, has oval-shaped bodies, tiny wings, and is a light brown color. They prefer a humid, warm environment that is close to a food source. They are also commonly found in bathrooms.
- Oriental Cockroach: The Oriental cockroach lives outside, near bodies of water. They are typically 1 inch in length and have a dark reddish-brown color. This type of cockroach enters your home by coming under doors and through drains, pipes, and sewers.
Why Cockroaches Enter Your Home
When we think of having a bug problem in our homes, we typically picture cockroaches. Unfortunately, for many homeowners in Modesto, this is an unfortunate reality. While cockroaches are often an indicator of poor housekeeping/hygiene, cockroaches can also infest a spotless home. They can survive off almost nothing, and just about any home and building can become infested regardless of cleanliness. If you are unsure if your Modesto home has a cockroach infestation, there are a few common indicators. The easiest way to tell if you have an infestation is to see a live roach out in the open. In addition, you may notice smear marks, cockroach droppings, shed skins, or an unusual smell in the air.
The Dangers Of A Cockroach Infestation
Cockroaches can carry diseases, and by invading kitchens and pantries, they can spread diseases to humans. All cockroaches threaten Modesto homeowners due to the parasitic worms, human pathogens, and bacterias that they carry and can spread throughout homes. They pick up these unwanted bacteria through unsanitary places such as sewage, garbage, and dead and decaying organisms before entering the house. Some of the most common diseases cockroaches can spread include cholera, E. Coli, salmonella, typhoid fever, and gastroenteritis. In addition, their shed skin, urine, and fecal matter spread throughout homes can also trigger allergic reactions or asthma attacks. Ultimately, cockroaches are dangerous and not good to have around your house. Because of the many diseases cockroaches carry and the health risks they pose, prevention is vital for all Modesto homeowners.
Get Rid Of A Cockroach Infestation By Calling Peace Of Mind Pest Control
If you are looking for a more straightforward solution to keeping roaches out of your home, we have your answer here at Peace of Mind Pest Control. With our expertise and friendly pest technicians by your side, your home will have everything it needs to remain not only cockroach-free but pest-free year-round. So give the Peace of Mind Pest Control team a call today to find out how we can help you fight back against pests.
