For the entirety of human history, there have been creatures perceived as an indelible part of our existence. One example is cockroaches, which have invaded almost every habitat on earth. They are one of the world's oldest surviving species, having existed for at least three hundred million years, and there are more than 4,000 described species. A single pair of roaches can produce more than 30,000 descendants yearly, making it so important to keep them out of your home or business. They are not only the most invasive species on earth but are also adaptive to our changing habitats.

Cockroaches are as fascinating as they are unwanted. But have you ever wondered why they even exist in the first place? Ironically enough, roaches live to clean and recycle and do an excellent job of it. They eat dead organic materials like plants and animals, and in the wild, their waste material helps fertilize plants and continue the cycle of life.

Because they thrive in some of most of inhospitable and filthy places like sewers and garbage dumps, they are known to carry 33 kinds of bacteria that can cause food poisoning, abdominal pain, cholera, diarrhea, and more. While it may seem that seeing one roach scurrying across your countertop does not pose much of a risk, it has the potential to leave pathogens on whatever surfaces it touches.

Their feces and molted skins can cause allergic reactions such as sneezing, watery eyes, itchy skin, and coughing fits, and in extreme cases can bring on an asthma attack. People with compromised immune systems tend to be more sensitive to the allergens. 

Roaches are not attracted to dirt or messes but thrive where they find food and water. While it may seem that dirty places do have more roaches, it is the clutter that attracts them. They seek dark warm places to hide during the day, and piles of newspaper, empty boxes, and debris make a great home.  Places with excess moisture like under sinks, bathrooms, leaking hoses and laundry rooms provide more than enough water. Once they turn your home into theirs, it is time for professional help. Despite the multitude of over the counter products that claim to kill roaches dead, those products don’t penetrate deep enough to get to the heart of an infestation. They have such a fast reproductive cycle and evolve so rapidly, that they develop immunities to those pesticides.

That is why it is essential to protect your home, family, and peace of mind by utilizing the services of the #1 pest control company in Muncie and the surrounding area, Bug Off Pest Pros. We use the most effective products and procedures to quickly and effectively bring an end to your roach and pest control problems. Our excellent Google reviews reflect our expertise and professionalism, and we work hard every day to keep it that way. Contact us today for an estimate and let us create a pest management solution that provides you with the healthy and happy home you deserve.