{"id":14956,"date":"2023-01-19T10:45:07","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T10:45:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prokill.co.uk\/blog\/?p=14956"},"modified":"2023-02-03T06:18:21","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T06:18:21","slug":"the-unlikely-winter-pest-why-am-i-seeing-cockroaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prokill.co.uk\/blog\/the-unlikely-winter-pest-why-am-i-seeing-cockroaches\/","title":{"rendered":"The unlikely winter pest. Why am I seeing cockroaches?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Picture yourself in a tropical beach resort and although unpleasant, it may not be surprising to come across a cockroach or two. Seeing one in your home or business in the middle of winter in the UK can be somewhat of a shock however. Believe it or not, this isn\u2019t all that uncommon and cockroaches are in fact one of our top winter pests.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why exactly is this?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen the temperature drops, many cockroaches enter a hibernation-like state of dormancy called diapause. While in this inactive state, their metabolic rate slows and growth stops.<\/p>\n<p>Cockroaches generally don\u2019t like the cold at all however. This means that as soon as the temperature drops even slightly, they\u2019ll start making their way inside. When in our nice warm homes with plenty of food and water nearby, these unwanted pests can remain active throughout the whole of winter. Unfortunately, this means that they also continue to reproduce.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How can I stop cockroaches getting into my home?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are a number of tactics you can employ this winter to make your home less inviting to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prokill.co.uk\/insects\/cockroaches\/\">cockroaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do a thorough clean<\/strong><br \/>\nSeeing cockroaches doesn\u2019t mean your home is dirty. Anyone can fall victim to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prokill.co.uk\/insects\/cockroaches\/\">cockroach infestation<\/a> but it is more likely to happen if there are potential food sources around.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you wash dishes or put them in the dishwasher as soon as you\u2019ve finished eating, clean up crumbs and spills immediately, clean grease off the stove, keep food sealed in an airtight container and sweep, mop or vacuum on a regular basis.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t leave pet food or water out overnight because doing so can attract pests.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also a good idea to do a general declutter. The less stuff you have lying around, the fewer potential hiding places there are. Cockroaches love newspapers and cardboard so avoid storing or wrapping your belongings in these materials.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seal any entry points<\/strong><br \/>\nYou may not have windows and doors open as much in January or February, but cockroaches can find other ways to get in. Thoroughly inspect your home for cracks and gaps. Don\u2019t forget around windows and doors, along foundations and the roof, lofts, vents and around holes used for utility and plumbing lines.<\/p>\n<p>Caulk can be used to seal smaller holes while steel wool and foam is great for bigger gaps. If you need to seal vents and chimneys, you can do this using fine mesh wire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fix any leaks<\/strong><br \/>\nCockroaches need water and moisture to survive so standing water or excessive moisture caused by leaks can really attract these pests. Regularly inspect your plumbing and if you notice any issues, get them fixed as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Call a professional pest controller<\/strong><br \/>\nCockroaches are renowned for being able to withstand pretty much anything which means they can be difficult to get rid of. If you think you may have an infestation, please don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prokill.co.uk\/contact-us\/\">get in touch with Prokill<\/a> and your friendly local technician will be on hand to help as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Picture yourself in a tropical beach resort and although unpleasant, it may not be surprising to come across a cockroach or two. Seeing one in your home or business in the middle of winter in the UK can be somewhat of a shock however. 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