The sight of a cockroach can send shivers down your spine, but did you know it can also affect your breathing? Studies show that cockroaches saliva, fecal matter and shedding skin can trigger asthma like symptoms in people who are susceptible. The National Pest Management Association reports that 63 percent of homes in the United States contain cockroach allergens. In urban areas, that number rises to between 78 and 98 percent of homes. How can we stop this cockroach allergen infestation?
Symptoms
- Coughing
- Nasal Congestion
- Skin Rash
- Wheezing
- Ear infection
- Sinus infection
Solutions and Treatment
The scary thing about cockroach allergens is that they tend to outlast the typical allergy season. Cockroaches are extremely resistant, and they can affect your immune system 365 days a year if they aren’t dealt with. Lucky for you, there are some ways to handle these problems both before and after they occur:
- Cockroaches love to feast on leftover garbage, crumbs and any kind of kitchen waste. You should try and use this as more incentive to keep your home tidy.
- Address any plumbing leaks that the cockroaches could use as a watering hole. If you can cut off their water source, you will be on the right path to a roach-free life.
- If you find yourself hoarding old magazines and newspapers, it might be a good idea to break that habit. Roaches are known for using stacks of old paper as shelter.
- If it is too late and your allergies have already come into play, consult an allergist to see if it could be cockroach related.
- After your visit with the allergist, take action and call in a pest control professional to stop your allergies at the source!
If you notice a cockroach presence in your home, by now you should know how important it is to have it taken care of. At Pest Control Unlimited, we can handle any kind of pest problem quickly and effectively. To schedule an appointment, call 888-649-9919 or click around on our website!
