hey i live in va, and i stayed somewhere for close to 6 months came back home to va and found that i now have roaches in my home. I have tried certain products to get rid of them. does anyone know of any products that REALLY work.thanks
2006-12-09 01:38:12 · 9 answers · asked by dorkface 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
raid, thet works
2006-12-09 01:39:56 · answer #1 · answered by macgyver 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
When I lived in Missouri I had so many roaches I thought they were going to carry the refrigerator away. I was living in a triplex and went to the hardware store and bought "Roach Pruf" (I think that is the way you spell it) It took about a week or so and the roaches were gone. Side note: Not only did I get rid of the roaches in my unit I also rid the other two.
2006-12-09 11:48:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No particular brand name, I think they're all very similar. But you need a bait-type poison that they'll carry back into their little hiding areas to help poison the others. Perimeter sprays and "motels" will not be anywhere near as effective.
While you're at it, you might want to see if mice, squirrels, etc. have got into your house. Very often, as they nest, their accumulated food stores and waste will attract roaches and other little nasties. They might have moved in while you were away.
In the end, a reputable exterminator might be in order. They know how to do the job at minimal risk to your health and well-being.
2006-12-09 09:47:08 · answer #3 · answered by mattzcoz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I there is a Pest Stop store in your area go there. They sell exterminator quality products to the general public and give advice on how best to get rid of your problem. If there is not one in your area, try Spectracide Home Insect Control. It comes in a gallon sprayer and cost about 9.00
2006-12-09 09:51:46 · answer #4 · answered by babydoll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Best thing I've found is Bengal roach spray. It's not a "wet" spray. One treatment lasts for months. Not carried by a lot of places, I get it a Lowe's.
I live in FL, so you know I know roaches!!!
2006-12-09 09:46:10 · answer #5 · answered by J T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That powder stuff you sprinkle around, combined with good quality roach traps works. If you have a serious problem, an exterminator would be needed.
2006-12-09 09:44:03 · answer #6 · answered by Faith 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boric acid, it is very effective when used properly for killing cockroaches and most other insects. You can also get a house lizard, they are natural enemies and will eat them. More information at http://tinyurl.com/ofxkk
2006-12-09 22:02:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boric Acid works well, also spray the perimeter of your property with home defense, it has always worked for me
2006-12-09 11:49:38 · answer #8 · answered by paula_5150 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you need a exterminator. Check your house to see if something is drawing the bugs to
2006-12-09 09:45:05 · answer #9 · answered by Domino's Mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋