I am going to be moving into a place this weekend and when I was shown the place there wasn't really any bugs but I was given the keys early after signing the lease and since I've been back there is a huge roach infestation there. I cleaned, sprayed, set traps, and bombed. Went back again to turn on electricity and the roaches were still all over kitchen appliances bathroom garage etc. I have read about the boric acid/sprays etc. Want professionals but don't want 2 spend for pros. Want problem eliminated. Any suggestions?
2006-10-24 07:17:43 · 5 answers · asked by mr99problemz 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I am renting and in the copy of the lease there is something about everything EXCEPT pest control. I don't want to get started on the landlord as far as him trying to talk his way out of every thing and not being reponsible.
2006-10-24 07:24:35 · update #1
ps. will spend for professional but don't want 2 if I don't have 2.
2006-10-24 07:30:29 · update #2
If the infestation is as bad as you say it is, it will require the services of a professional exterminator. The problem will be who is to pay the bill. If it were me, I would never move in a place infested with cockroaches and I would demand my deposit and any rent back. I would file a lawsuit in small claims court if I had to.
Good luck with your problem.
2006-10-28 05:45:54 · answer #1 · answered by exbuilder 7 · 9⤊ 0⤋
First off, a landlord has a legal responsibility
to provide a safe and healthy residence. Just
because it is in the lease does not absolve him
of responsibility. If he won't fix the problem, I
would cancel the lease and find a new place.
If he won't fix this problem, what's next?
You didn't say if this is an apartment or house.
If it's an apartment, then all units must be treated
or the roaches will just move from unit to unit.
If you stay, boric acid will work the best.
You could hire a pest control company. Most
do have guarantees and will come back to
re-treat.
2006-10-24 17:15:17 · answer #2 · answered by jay b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
www.bugspray.com has solved all my bug problems. I was infested with camel crickets and their sticky pads has all but eliminated my problem. They have help for every insect and give you many details as to where they start , what they eat etc....worth a try
2006-10-24 14:26:50 · answer #3 · answered by antiekmama 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you bought the house and they didn't disclosed the problem they are liable for the remedy as is a landlord.
2006-10-24 14:19:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to walmart and get some combat - it comes in a tube -black and glod long box - that is the only thing i have ever found that kills them and they DON"T come back
2006-10-24 14:23:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋