When you see a cockroach scurrying across your floor, it's time to act quickly. If you don't contact an experienced residential pest control company to address your cockroach problem, you put your health at risk. Find out why it's so dangerous to have cockroaches in Hudson Valley.

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What Cockroaches Live In Hudson Valley

There are several types of cockroaches in Hudson Valley; however, the two most common home invaders are German and American cockroaches. Both types are similar in appearance, in that they are brown and flat. But American cockroaches tend to be more red than their counterparts, and they also are larger in size.

Despite having some differences in appearance, cockroaches all share one trait: they are all hazardous to your health. Cockroaches trigger allergies and carry diseases, which puts you and your household in danger. Although most people know that cockroaches are gross and unsightly creatures, they don't always realize how dangerous they are.

The Dangers Of Hudson Valley Cockroaches

If you have allergies, you might know cockroaches are around before you see them in your home. The proteins on cockroaches often trigger allergic reactions, which could result in sneezing, runny noses, or difficulty breathing. If you have asthma, the presence of cockroaches could trigger an attack.

Even if you don't have allergies, you could suffer from your lack of pest control in Hudson Valley. Cockroaches can carry pathogens on their legs and bodies. Typically, these pests pick up pathogens while they're hanging out in alleyways and dumpsters. They bring those pathogens into your home or business, contaminating your food, counters, and tables. Everything they come into contact with could be contaminated.

Cockroaches spread some serious diseases; for instance, they can spread salmonellosis and dysentery. You could experience a severe illness as a result of your cockroach infestation. The elderly, young, and immunocompromised are particularly at risk from cockroaches.

If you own a business, your customers aren't the only ones at risk. Your entire business is in danger because a report of cockroaches at your facility could ruin your reputation. Some businesses, like restaurants, could lose their ability to serve customers. By using professional pest control to keep cockroaches away, you protect your business.

The Challenges Of Cockroach Prevention

Unfortunately, it's not easy to keep cockroaches out of your Hudson Valley home or business. Cockroaches are relentless creatures, and over time, they've learned how to adapt to almost any situation. These pests can live for one month with no food, and one week with no water. Cleaning your floors and surfaces isn't enough to deter cockroaches, and despite your efforts to eliminate their food sources, you could continue to have a problem.

In addition to being able to survive for days without food and water, cockroaches also breed at a rapid rate. If you kill some of the cockroaches in your home, the remaining insects will continue to breed. In only a short time, their population will be back to normal, so DIY cockroach prevention or elimination often ends in failure. It takes an experienced professional to know how to eliminate all of the cockroaches in your property. With help, you can deter cockroaches and eliminate infestations.

How An Expert Can Help

When you hire Pestmaster® Services, you get an experienced team who knows how to find and eliminate every cockroach in your home or business. Additionally, our technicians have the tools and resources needed to effectively prevent and eliminate a cockroach infestation. If you want to protect you, your family, or your customers from cockroaches, it's time to call the experts. When you need professional help, contact us at Pestmaster® Services.