Identify hiding spots: kitchens, bathrooms, behind appliances, under sinks, inside cabinets, cracks, and crevices
Remove food sources: store food in sealed containers, clean crumbs and spills immediately, do not leave pet food out overnight
Remove water sources: fix leaks, dry sinks and counters, empty standing water, use dehumidifiers if needed
Declutter: reduce cardboard, paper piles, and unnecessary storage
Vacuum thoroughly: edges, cracks, cabinet seams, and appliance areas; dispose of vacuum contents immediately
Seal entry points: caulk cracks, seal gaps around pipes, baseboards, and cabinets
Use gel bait: place small amounts in cracks, crevices, and hidden areas where roaches travel
Use bait stations: put them along walls, under sinks, and behind appliances
Use insect growth regulators: apply products that stop roaches from reproducing
Use sticky traps: monitor activity and locate infestations
Apply boric acid carefully: use only in hidden, dry areas away from children and pets
Apply diatomaceous earth carefully: use a thin layer in cracks and voids only
Avoid spraying repellent insecticides near baits: they can reduce bait effectiveness
Replace baits regularly: refresh when consumed or dried out
Clean and monitor weekly: inspect traps, reapply baits, and maintain sanitation
Treat adjacent rooms and shared walls if infestation spreads
Contact a licensed pest control professional for severe or persistent infestations
Repeat treatment consistently until no activity remains