How To Get Rid Of Cockroaches

Follow-Up

When cockroach populations are under control, continue monitoring with traps on a regular basis to make sure re-infestation is not taking place. Maintain sanitation and exclusion techniques to avoid encouraging a new infestation.

If severe re-infestations of household cockroaches continue to recur, consider that they may be coming in with items such as cardboard boxes. If you suspect cockroaches enter with groceries brought into the home, stop patronizing that market.

Frequently they will enter from neighboring apartments if you live in a multiple family dwelling. To report a cockroach infestation call local Department of Public Health.

References:

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Questions and Answers about Cockroaches, http://www.michigan.gov/mdard

Effective Management Of Cockroach Infestations, County of Los Angeles · Department of Public Health Vector Management Program