Types of Cockroach Killers - How to Kill Cockroaches

Types of Cockroach Killers

Cockroaches are filthy creatures that just don’t belong in our homes. One sight of these disgusting pests is enough to make our skin crawl and send us into a search for a good cockroach killer that will exterminate them completely. Cockroach bait is an effective way of doing just that. It’s a food source added with an insecticide that lures cockroaches in.

The poison level is intentionally low so as not to kill the insects immediately after ingesting it. Instead, they live long enough to crawl back to their dwelling place and communicate to the other cockroaches that a new food source has been found. This way, all of them will eventually consume the bait.

Indoor Cockroach Bait

Indoor cockroach bait usually comes in the form of a gel. It can be directly applied on counter types, floors, walls or any surface in the house where cockroaches are often seen crawling. Indoor cockroach baits can also be used in bait stations. Which method is used will depend on the degree of cockroach infestation you have. Remember to always practice safety precautions in using either two methods.

Severe infestations may require the use of a gel bait, especially if other treatments employed have been proven to be ineffective. It is more effective in such a way that exposed cockroaches will be covered with poisonous gel and the others that come in contact with it will also be poisoned. Gel baits can be applied along countertop, cabinet, furniture edges, or any.

Apply gel baits with extra caution as they pose a high risk to children and pets inside your home. It is always a wise idea to consult a professional exterminator to get advice on how to use this type of cockroach killer safely as well as effectively.

Cockroach Bait Stations

This cockroach killer is considered to be a much safer alternative in eliminating these pesky insects, especially when there are kids and pets inside the house. Bait stations are built like little structures that have a small entrance where cockroaches can pass through. Strategically place the stations behind appliances, under the kitchen sink, inside closets or cabinets, and basically any place where cockroaches are usually seen as they search for food sources.

 Depending on the severity of the infestation, cockroach killer stations may last for one week to a month. You may have to continue supplying the stations with food baits until you are completely sure that the infestation is over.

Outdoor Cockroach Bait 

Outdoor baits are commonly used in areas where the climate is very hot. Although cockroaches are normally seen inside homes, they are also known to forage for food around the house’s exterior. Outdoor baits usually come in granules that are supposed to be scattered around the home. They are formulated to be weather-resistant so that they retain their effectivity even after constant exposure to heat or heavy rainfall.