Causes of cockroaches

Of the five thousand species, red-cocked Prussians more often appear next to humans. These are motile insects that activate at night. Thanks to a flat body, they hide in crevices, and are almost invisible during the day.

The Prussians appear in apartments for various reasons:

• move from a neighboring apartment;
• carried in bags that stood for some time in rooms with cockroaches;
• fall with things bought in the market or with hands.

Leftover food, garbage, water - suitable conditions for the rapid reproduction of insects. One female produces an average of 40 individuals at a time. And reproduction continues throughout the year.

What is the best cockroach drug

Cockroaches quickly adapt to poisonous and repellent drugs, so it is useless to use the same, even the most effective means in the fight against them.

Important! When using toxic chemical compounds, they protect their hands with rubber gloves, put on a respirator and closed clothing. There should not be other people and animals in the room.

Poisoning substances are available in the form of powders, gels, aerosols, concentrates. Choosing the most effective variety from each category, you can make a rating of funds from cockroaches.

1. Combat

A powerful remedy for cockroaches Combat is represented by aerosols, syringes with concentrate. Due to the inclusion in the structural formula of hydramethylnone as the dominant active substance, the tool ensures the disappearance of annoying insects from the premises in two weeks. The poisonous substrate is transferred from one individual to another, which allows you to cover the entire population. Unlike analogues, addiction is not produced to hydramethylnone. The protective effect lasts an average of three months.

The microencapsulated drug Get is the best remedy for cockroaches from the category of universal drugs with a wide spectrum of action. House ants, bugs and other insects also disappear from it. The basic toxic substance - chlorpyrifos - is not dangerous for animals and people. The prepared solution is devoid of an unpleasant odor, when hit on the lining, the carpet does not leave marks, is active for six months.

1. Globol

Globol gel is another effective anti-cockroach agent created on the basis of chlorpyrifos. The paste is squeezed out of the tube in small drops onto strips of cardboard, which are laid out in places inaccessible to animals and children. After 10-14 days, the insect population is noticeably reduced. The poisoning effect lasts an average of two months. By this time, the Prussians no longer remain in the room.

1. Regent

An effective remedy for cockroaches in the apartment is the Regent insecticide, initially focused on combating the Colorado potato beetle. The fast death of insects is noted, since they infect each other. Using the solution prepared according to the instructions in the room, exercise caution: the product is toxic. Use a respirator, gloves. The apartment is closed after treatment. After two hours, wet cleaning is done. The effectiveness of the drug lasts 30 days.

1. Dohlox

One of the most effective remedies for cockroaches produced in the form of a gel is Dohlox. Fipronil, which is the basic toxic component, is safe for humans. Dohlox have a destructive effect on the nervous system. The result is paralysis with subsequent death of the insect. This tool is available to combat cockroaches in convenient syringes equipped with thin tips. This allows you to extrude the gel with a dashed line in areas of localization of insects. It is recommended to alternate Dohloks with other varieties of means for the destruction of cockroaches, as addiction can form.

1. Raptor

Gel, spray Raptor has long been recognized as a reliable effective remedy for cockroaches, acting instantly. After processing, the room does not leave an unpleasant odor, there are no stains on furniture and wallpaper, no toxic fumes are present.

The list of effective means of combating cockroaches rightfully includes aerosol Reid. Among the advantages - the ability to destroy insects at any stage of development. Exposure persists for six months. But this drug is toxic, with a strong pungent odor.

Choosing the best remedy for cockroaches, pay attention to the FAS gel. The composition includes substances that attract insects with aroma. Already in the first week, most insects die. After three weeks, the room becomes completely clean. The protective barrier after this remedy against cockroaches remains for at least another eight months.

1. Dichlorvos

In the rating of funds from cockroaches - Dichlorvos spray with an improved composition. After processing, you do not feel the pungent odor inherent in the previous brand name drugs. The rapid toxic effects of this cockroach control agent are noted. But over time, insects adapt to it, so replacement with other drugs is required. Dichlorvos is toxic to animals and humans.

1. Masha

Crayon Mashenka is a safe reliable remedy for cockroaches, if there is a small number of them in the apartment. Chalk lines are applied to skirting boards, furniture, walls. The validity period does not exceed a week, so a repeat of the procedure is required. For cockroaches, this tool is not the most fatal, and more often used for preventive purposes.

Each type of insecticide used to control the Prussians requires careful study of the instructions. It is important not to exceed the standard doses so as not to harm the animals and people living in the apartment.

Boric acid is a proven folk remedy

Powdered boric acid is used. After eating it, insects develop paralysis with subsequent death. The baits placed under the furniture, in other places inaccessible to children, are prepared in various versions:

Small balls are rolled up from the resulting poisonous mass. These are convenient to lay out even in hard to reach places. Additionally, boric acid powder is scattered under the sewer pipes, along the baseboards. Once a week, the bait is updated until the Prussians disappear completely.

Helper Methods

An alternative to insecticides is a folk remedy for cockroaches, attracting safety for the health of households and beloved pets.

The smell of kerosene, which is recommended to lubricate the baseboard, repels insects. Wipe the table surfaces with a slice of lemon.

Ultrasonic Repellers

The prophylactic against cockroaches is ultrasonic repellers. It is advisable to use insecticides after killing insects to create a reliable barrier against their entry from neighboring apartments.

Traps

Choosing the best remedy for cockroaches, do not neglect the traps - purchased and made independently.

The shops offer a variety of traps in which there is a sticky substrate or poison bait. Such devices are recommended to be installed in places of the likely occurrence of malicious Prussians. Finding them in a trap in time, you can quickly use any powerful anti-cockroach remedy.

The popular Combat trap. The bait contains the insecticide hydramethylion, which ensures the transfer along the chain of poisonous substance between insects. With small populations, three to four traps will lead to the complete disappearance of cockroaches.

Step-by-step instructions for the extermination of cockroaches

The fight against the Prussians involves successive stages.

Step 1. Understand the situation

Noticing cockroaches in the apartment, figure out what factors caused their appearance. Assess the hygiene of the rooms. Perhaps they created a favorable environment for the reproduction of insects - leaking sewage, unwashed dishes, dirty trash, food crumbs behind the cupboards.

Step 2. Chat with your neighbors

Rate the scale of the cockroach invasion. After talking with your neighbors and revealing that they have a similar problem, draw up a joint action plan.

Step 3. Eliminate the causes of the settlement of insects in the apartment

Check ventilation, sewers, and other places through which insects enter. Seal the detected slots tightly. Get clean in the kitchen, eliminate leaks, wipe the sinks, depriving the Prussians of moisture sources.

Step 4. Destroy existing cockroaches

Observing safety rules, carry out disinsection work. Having picked up a good remedy for cockroaches, study the instructions regarding the permissible dosage. Utensils, products carefully pack in plastic bags, if possible, remove from the room. Spray insecticides with the windows closed. After the operation, close the apartment for several hours.

Step 5. Make the apartment safe for the rest of the inhabitants

Before family members and pets return to the treated apartment, thoroughly ventilate it, mark out dead insects, and carry out wet cleaning.

When deciding which remedy is most effective in controlling the Prussians, additionally examine its degree of safety. If the house is elderly, pregnant women, children, use only drugs with a low degree of toxicity.

Step 6. Do not let the cockroaches enter the apartment again

To protect the apartment from the appearance of cockroaches, carry out preventive measures. Set traps near sewer pipe outlets. Close the ventilation openings with special grilles, draw lines with a chalk Mashenka around the perimeter. Apply the same strips from time to time on skirting boards and the floor at the front door, around the perimeter of the windows.

No need to be condescending to the neighborhood with fast-breeding cockroaches. If you can’t cope with the invasion on your own, invite pest control. They are armed with the necessary effective drugs, comply with the approved algorithm of actions. The task of the residents is to prepare the room for processing.

There is no universal remedy in the fight against Prussians, this is due to the fact that individuals tend to get used to certain drugs. Therefore, they mainly use an integrated approach or highly toxic drugs, which only specialists should work with.

An effective fight depends not only on the measures applied, but also on the method of application, that is, how carefully the treatment was carried out. Even the best poison from cockroaches in inept hands and without proper preparation can not cope with pests.
   An important aspect in the fight against harmful insects is the search for the root cause and elimination of the former conditions suitable for life and reproduction.
   For example, cockroaches cannot live without water. By depriving individuals of access to it, you will greatly facilitate your pest control.

Here is an algorithm of actions that will help to better prepare for the elimination of insects:

• Typically, processing is preceded by cleaning (general restoring order, parsing rubbish and dumping garbage);
• Next is the elimination of leaks and the replacement of gaskets in the pipes;
• Accessible foods are cleaned in the refrigerator or in impermeable containers.

Poison for cockroaches can be in a very different form, so before you think about where to buy it, decide on the exact choice.
   Liquid products have a larger coating area and can penetrate into difficult to reach corners. Because of this, aerosols or sprays are more popular.
   However, crayons and various traps also have their advantages.

For a systematic and integrated struggle, many means are used.
   For example, around the perimeter of the premises, near the baseboards and inside the cabinet, you can use the chalk, and set traps under the sink or in the duct. Thus, you can get rid of migratory individuals and eliminate the danger of their reproduction.
   It’s worth acquiring funds at certified points of sale. It can be large supermarkets or convenience stores. When purchasing drugs in the online store, read reviews and trust only trusted manufacturers.
   Equally important is the cost, as you should not chase cheapness, and you should not buy something at an unreasonably high price. Value for money has not been canceled.

Professional poisoning from cockroaches includes several important points: it kills not only individuals, but also their eggs, has a prolonged effect and minimizes damage to the environment.

In cases where the number of individuals is insignificant, you can try to cope with insects on your own. Poison for cockroaches can also be prepared at home.

What is needed for this?
   Absolutely definitely you should not wait for lightning-fast results, only strong poison can eliminate the insect so quickly, but it is not recommended to carry out such manipulations in a living room.

• Boric acid is often used to eliminate insects. Various baits are made of it, and you don’t need much acid, and it is affordable. The principle of action is that getting into the body of an insect acid leads to paralysis, and subsequently to death. Such poisoning from cockroaches is a safe alternative to chemistry, since it is not harmful to pets.
• Borax (sodium salt of boric acid) is also popular among housewives, it is also added to the bait.
• Next in popularity is absolutely natural powder - feverfew. These are chamomile inflorescences that have insecticidal properties. The powder is mixed with mashed potatoes or with egg yolk and roll up balls, which are laid out in places where pests are often found.

Whatever method you choose, it is worth remembering that the result will be noticeable gradually.

Whatever the best poison from cockroaches, with its careless application, not only pests, but also people or pets can be poisoned.
   Therefore, it is worth worrying about remedies in advance, so that later you do not find out why you are dizzy or what your pet is allergic to.

An important final step is prevention. In order to prevent the occurrence of the Prusaks, it is again necessary to take care that the possibly accidentally caught individual could not take root.

The poison from cockroaches, even the most effective, is not able to reliably and permanently rid the house of Prussians, however, after reading the reviews, you can form an adequate opinion on the effectiveness of various drugs.

How is it possible to achieve a result and say goodbye to misfortune forever, because cockroaches cannot get used to all poisons? How to find the right tool and use it wisely?

What types of poison exist against cockroaches

Interesting!   Even 20 years ago, Dichlorvos was considered the only and therefore popular remedy for cockroaches. Its disgusting suffocating smell is remembered by many people. Fortunately, this insecticide is already far in the past. The current remedies for cockroaches are much more effective and safer. At the same time, Dichlorvos from various manufacturers can still be found on sale, but its composition is much different from the Soviet drug. Organochlorine pesticides, now used only in agriculture, and previously included in Dichlorvos, can not be found in a modern tool. They have long been replaced by other poisons that are less dangerous to the body.

There are several types of insecticides that relieve people from cockroaches at home:

Poisonous Concentrates

Microcapsules are a real professional poison, which, in comparison with liquid concentrates, gives the best result.

• Xulat   - microcapsule from crawling pests. The odorless product is created from a combination of three insecticides that leave no chance for cockroaches to survive. Thanks to the powerful composition, insects do not have time to get used to any of the components, which means they die in whole squads;
• Get total   - based on chlorpyrifos and created using microencapsulated technology. It destroys all crawling insects, is absolutely safe for mammals, does not smell, which means it is suitable for use without evacuating households from the room. The effect of the poison is designed for 16 months. Effective on any surface, including plastic, wood, concrete, plywood;
• Delta zone   - microcapsule preparation, providing a lasting barrier effect on the field of application. Low toxicity, does not leave streaks and spots. Based on deltamethrin. One bottle is enough to process a small apartment;
• Lambda zone - extremely effective universal poison against red invaders. Of the advantages note ease of use, barrier protection for several months. Lambda zone is not dangerous for humans. Based on the highly effective insecticide Lyabda-cygalotrin;
• Avalon   - based on themefos concentrate. Paralyzes and kills insects within an hour. The residual effect lasts about 2 weeks.

The main thing is to follow the instructions. If used improperly, insecticides, even the most high-tech and ultra-safe, can threaten human health. In addition, they will not help poison insects.

Gels

The advantage of these tools is ease of use and safety for households. Some manufacturers have taken care of animals and small children in advance. In case the baby suddenly tries a poisonous gel, he will immediately spit it out, since bitterness is added to the composition of the drug. However, parents should be careful using these substances. The child will not recover if he simply licks a finger stained with gel, but if he manages to swallow the poison, measures must be taken and go to the hospital for emergency gastric lavage.

Poisoning gels are often sold in convenient tubes with an elongated nose. This form allows you to apply the drug to the most remote and inaccessible places, where cockroaches are mostly hidden. Gels contain aromatic additives that make insects taste a poisonous substance. Returning to the shelter, having eaten poison insect, dies, and his relatives eat the poisoned corpse, immediately becoming infected. A chain reaction is triggered, and in order to poison cockroaches throughout the house, you need to wait a few days.

• Destructive force;
• Absolute;
• Clean house;
• Trap;
• EXIL
• Dohlox -.

Gels are applied to furniture, walls, baseboards. They do not stain and are easily washed off. You can put a gel-like substance on paper and place it in the most “suspicious” places where cockroaches most often run. The only condition that the owners must fulfill to ensure maximum effect is to block access to water by the pests.

Review of Marina from Omsk.   They bought Combat gel when they found cockroaches in the new apartment. A week later they disappeared. Since then we have not met them anymore. Indeed, a great tool.

Aerosols

Despite the wide selection of aerosols provided by different manufacturers, they act almost identically, as they consist of the same substances. To poison the insects that attacked the premises, you can use these drugs:

• Combine based on insecticides of the pyrethroid group, characterized by instant effect. There are poisons at the intestinal contact level. Their rapid absorption leads to the death of cockroaches;
• Raptor kills insects in a short time. It is based on the pyrethroid group of insecticides. One cylinder is enough for processing a room of 50 m 2;
• The raid kills ants, cockroaches, bugs. Manufacturers claim that the product creates a protective barrier from 4 to 6 weeks;
• Dichlorvos Eco (Neo, Varan, Super). From the Soviet Dichlorvos in this tool, only the name and form of release remained. Contains permethrin and cypermethrin - safer poisonous substances.

The convenience of aerosols is undeniable. It will take no more than an hour to process the premises, and the owners notice the result of their work right away. At the same time, aerosols are much cheaper than gels and concentrates. But you need to protect yourself using this tool: wear a respirator and rubber gloves.

When choosing a poison-aerosol, the owners need to consider that it is effective only with close spraying from cockroaches. If, for example, you spray a cylinder behind a refrigerator, then the rest of the individuals hidden in the ventilation compartments, behind the baseboard in the corridor or behind the stove, will not be affected.

You can poison cockroaches in another way: use 15-20 balloons, trying to cover the entire room and not miss a single nook - then the insects will die. But there is a drawback. After all, poisonous fumes quickly erode, which means that there will be no barrier protection for the proliferation of larvae and surviving individuals.

Review of Elizabeth from Dzerzhinsk . This summer, cockroaches started in the kitchen. Until they bred, I decided to act. I bought a bottle of Dichlorvos. The result pleased me. Cockroaches died almost immediately. I was very afraid that the larvae would hatch, and would have to poison them back. Therefore, for prevention, I bought a gel. Lubricated the baseboard throughout the kitchen. I did not notice any movement at night. Everything is clear.

Interesting!   There are non-standard aerosols in the form of aquafumigators. A small metal box is placed in a jar of water, the field of which it begins to emit toxic vapor. Gradually, he will fill the entire room and penetrate into all corners. Cockroaches will die while the appliance is working.

Crayons and poisonous powders

Today, a lot of Chinese crayons have appeared on the household goods market, not inferior in quality to domestic products. Crayons are convenient and not expensive to use. Of the effective and popular powders, boric acid can be noted.

Interesting!   Effective natural poison powder - Pyrethrum. It has a pronounced insecticidal effect on all crawling insects. Made from Dalmatian chamomile, the flowers of which contain pyrethrin poison. You can prepare an insecticide from this plant at home. It is enough to dry the plant and grind it to a powder state. The finished substance is mixed with various aromatic baits and laid out in "suspicious" areas.

Reviewed by Natalia from Moscow . A couple of years ago we got cockroaches in the country. We had never before encountered this disaster and did not know how to poison them. A neighbor said that there is Chinese poison, which helps a lot. It looks like a simple pencil. We smeared all skirtings, furniture, walls. In addition, they bought a couple of traps with baits. When we arrived a week later, we found several corpses. The poison, apparently, worked, since we no longer noticed cockroaches.

The best combinations of poisons

Employees of professional insecticidal services are well aware that in combating "mustachioed pests" the greatest effect can be achieved using several poisonous drugs at the same time.

The main substance that strikes the cockroach population is a concentrate diluted exactly according to the instructions. In addition, a long-acting insecticide, for example, gel, can be used. Often this combination gives a stunning effect, which allows the owners to forget about cockroaches for a long time. If the room was heavily infected, for greater certainty, you can put traps on an adhesive basis, and mark the places of frequent stay of living creatures with chalk.

Do not forget that insects do not just breed in the room. Cockroaches can migrate from neighbors who do not consider their presence a problem, and do not fight with them. In order to protect themselves from the invasion of "neighboring guests", grilles should be installed on the ventilation openings, cover cracks and holes in the walls, ceiling and floor, and insects should be blocked through outlets and window openings.