Ah, the cockroach. The ultimate survivors. The original apocalypse prepper. The eternal houseguest who never quite takes the hint. They can go weeks without food, hold their breath for over 40 minutes, and even survive a week without a head. Talk about determination!

They’ve been around for 300 million years, outliving dinosaurs and surviving mass extinctions. Ancient Egyptians used them in medicine, and during World War II, reports claimed they withstood bomb blasts—securing their title as nature’s toughest pest.

Roaches aren’t just survivors—they’re health hazards. They contaminate your home with bacteria through their droppings, shed skins, and saliva, triggering allergies and asthma. Let’s unpack how to keep these six-legged pests out of your home.

A single female can spawn up to 400 offspring, and if you spot one, dozens more are likely lurking nearby. Moving at 3 mph, they can turn a minor sighting into a full-blown infestation before you know it.

With 4,000+ species, the German cockroach is the worst offender, multiplying fast. Close behind is the American cockroach, a winged horror you never wish you saw. The Oriental and brown-banded cockroaches complete the lineup, each bringing its own brand of trouble.

Roaches don’t play fair. Time to fight smarter.

🪳 Cut off their food supply. Roaches thrive on crumbs. Wipe down counters, vacuum often, store food in airtight containers, and take out the trash nightly. No crumbs, no roaches.

🪳 Eliminate moisture. Roaches need water to survive. Fix leaks, dry out sinks at night, and use a dehumidifier. No water, no roaches.

🪳Use the ultimate roach bait. Advion Cockroach Gel Bait is a secret weapon against roaches. This game-changing formula contains indoxacarb, a delayed-action insecticide that lets roaches carry the poison back to their colony before dying. As others feast on the toxic carcasses, the infestation collapses. Unlike ordinary sugar-based baits, Advion’s formula is irresistible, even to picky pests. We swear by it!

🪳Have kids or pets? Try boric acid —a low-toxicity, natural alternative. It sticks to roaches as they crawl over it. When they groom, they ingest it, disrupting their nervous and digestive systems. Apply a thin, barely visible layer near hideouts.

Pro tip: Seeing roaches in daylight? That means overcrowded hiding spots—aka, a full-blown infestation. Time to call in the pros.

Each week, we dive into a new bug, expose their dirty little secrets, and share practical tips to send them packing.

We’re two best friends who met in Hawaii, where bugs aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a way of life. We’ve seen firsthand how pests can take over. That’s why we’re here—to help you reclaim your space, health, and sanity.

Got a bug horror story? A creepy-crawly confession? Send it our way! We promise we don’t bite. 💖

Gabi & Bea

✨ P.S. Ever wondered what cockroaches mean spiritually? These pests carry some surprising symbolism. We’re diving deep in Sunday’s newsletter—stay tuned!

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