10 Common Cockroaches in California
While California is home to a wide variety of dangerous pests, such as the black widow spider and rattlesnake, there is actually another California pest that can be much more dangerous to you and your family. Cockroaches are not only a known allergen for asthma, but they are capable of spreading numerous microorganisms, including staphylococcus, […]
Are Cockroaches Dangerous?
No one wants to see a cockroach scurry across the kitchen floor or countertops. The mere thought of these pests is often enough to make a person’s skin crawl. But the truth is, unlike other pests that bite or sting, the cockroach itself is not dangerous to humans directly through bites or venom transfer. However, […]
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in the Kitchen
Waking up to find a cockroach strolling across your kitchen counter is enough to make anyone’s skin crawl. But seeing one cockroach in your kitchen is only the beginning. Unfortunately, these pests multiply quickly and can spread diseases to you and your family. When you see one, you better believe there is much more hiding […]
How to Prevent Cockroaches
No one wants to wake up to a cockroach crawling across the countertop! Unfortunately, these hardy and persistent pests are common in Ventura County, California, and keeping them from taking over your home can be a challenge. But how do you prevent cockroaches from entering your home? Despite their persistence, there are ways to keep […]
Why Are Cockroaches Bad
If just hearing the word “cockroach” makes your skin crawl, the idea of one crawling across your countertops is likely to be absolutely repulsive. But are cockroaches really that bad? Do they pose a real risk to humans? Unfortunately, the answer is a very big yes! In fact, cockroaches are not only bad, but they […]
Signs of Roach Infestation
What is the most horrifying insect you may find lurking in your home? Most of us are going to say it’s a cockroach. And there could be nothing more annoying and embarrassing than a roach infestation inside the house. But merely having signs of roaches around the house won’t let you know whether you actually […]
Cockroach Prevention Tips From Insight Pest Management
When most people think of allergy and asthma triggers, they likely think of pollen, dust and animal dander. Insight Pest Management however, warns that cockroaches can also pose a threat to those that suffer from allergies and asthma. The saliva, droppings and decomposing bodies of cockroaches contain proteins known to trigger allergies and increase the […]
How Pest Control Professionals Control Cockroach Pests With Integrated Pest Management
Unfortunately, southern California is notable for its high population of cockroach pests, almost all of which frequently infest homes in Ventura County. These cockroach species include American, Australian, German, Oriental, Turkestan, brown-banded, smokybrown, and field cockroaches. Another non-native cockroach species has recently been discovered in California where it has exhibited pest activity, but this species […]
German and Brown-Banded Cockroaches Both Maintain an Indoor Habitat, but Their Pest Behaviors Differ Significantly
A large number of cockroach species can be found in California, many of which are common pests of homes. The most common cockroach pests in the state include German, American, Oriental, brown-banded and Turkestan cockroaches. All of these species ultimately originated from countries overseas, as one can guess by their names, which do not accurately […]
What You Need to Know About the Turkestan Cockroach
In Southern California, the pleasant year-round climate draws new residents every year. Unfortunately, this also attracts a wealth of household pests, including cockroaches. While the most common species of cockroaches to infest homes are the American, German, and Oriental cockroaches, these too are considered non-native to our area, these species were once dominant when it […]
