Why Cockroaches Are Harder to Kill Than You Think

Roaches are known for their adaptability, difficult to get rid of once they have established a population in your home. They don't have to be cleaned up and they can live nearly anywhere for long periods, waiting to ambush the next potential meal (including on your expensive shoes). They are also nocturnal which means you don’t see them in the day time so an infestation can increase without you knowing.

Yet another reason cockroaches are difficult to eliminate is they can reproduce quickly. One female alone can lay several hundred eggs in her lifetime, so what was once a minor problem can become a huge infestation if not dealt with promptly. Certain chemicals are ineffective for some species, and resistance to a limited range of chemical treatments is a possibility, which may require multiple or alternative tactics.

It takes a combination of sanitation, baits, traps, and prevention efforts to have effective control. You can eliminate or remove food and water, block hiding places, and monitor with traps to reduce populations. Knowing the indestructibility of cockroaches allows homeowners to apply complete long-term pest control.