How to keep cockroaches out: Practical tips for a pest-free home

Cockroaches are omnivorous insects that not only cause disgust but can also carry various diseases. Therefore, it's worth knowing how to avoid attracting them to our homes, as dealing with them is difficult.

Cockroaches range from 18 mm to even 28 mm long and are dark reddish or brownish-black. They forage at night, so it isn't easy to confirm if they have infested our homes. Their presence can be indicated by their coffee-ground-like droppings.

Dealing with them is tricky and troublesome because they are exceptionally resistant to chemical agents. In this case, the saying "prevention is better than cure" applies, especially since these insects can carry bacteria, viruses, and fungi that are dangerous to humans.

Although cockroaches are omnivorous, they prefer sweet things like chocolate or jams with added sugar. They also won't turn down starchy foods like bread, pasta, or oatmeal.

Therefore, to avoid attracting these insects to your home, it's better not to leave open packages of biscuits or food scraps on the counter. It's also worth sealing products like pasta, grains, or oatmeal in airtight containers. Knowing that cockroaches love warm and humid rooms, it's better to check the tightness of taps regularly.

Although cockroaches can appear even in a clean home, clutter encourages them to settle and reproduce. They will find excellent hiding spots in piles of clothing or old newspapers. It's worth regularly vacuuming, sorting out, and removing items such as clothes that no one has worn for a long time.