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Are The Brown-Banded Cockroaches In Richmond Dangerous?

You may have heard of American cockroaches or German cockroaches in Richmond, but what about brown-banded cockroaches? This type of roach may not be as infamous as some other kinds, but it can cause just as much trouble. Here’s what Richmond homeowners should know about what brown-banded cockroaches look like, why they’re dangerous, how difficult they can be to get rid of, and the trick to getting and keeping brown-banded cockroaches out of your home permanently with pest control in Richmond.

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What Do Brown-Banded Cockroaches Look Like?

What does a brown-banded cockroach look like? Just as their name suggests, a brown-banded cockroach’s most recognizable feature is the two light brown bands that run across their bodies. Most adult brown-banded cockroaches only grow to be about ½ inch in length, making them one of the smaller cockroach species.

Some other key fun facts to know about cockroaches like this include:

  • Brown-banded cockroaches and German cockroaches grow to be about the same size, which is often why some homeowners mix these two types up. But German roaches don’t have the light brown bands that run across their lower abdomens like brown-banded cockroaches.
  • Both male and female brown-banded cockroaches have wings, but only males can fly.
  • Brown-banded cockroaches live in most US states, but they’re especially troublesome in Virginia.
  • Brown-banded cockroaches have a preference for living at higher elevations and don’t mind living in bedrooms, closets, crawl spaces, or other nooks and crannies in your home.
  • An adult female brown-banded cockroach can produce hundreds of new offspring each year.

Having a brown-banded cockroach infestation can be just as serious as any other roach infestation, and these critters aren’t likely to leave once they’ve made it into your home.

Why Are Brown-Banded Cockroaches Dangerous?

Can brown-banded cockroaches hurt you? Having brown-banded cockroaches living in your bedroom or crawling across clothing in your closets is an unsettling picture all on its own, but these pests are even scarier than that – they can be dangerous as well. Not only can they contaminate the food in your cabinets and pantries, but brown-banded cockroaches are notorious vectors for bacteria and food-borne illnesses. Some of the most harmful pathogens they’re known to carry include salmonella, streptococcus, and staphylococcus.

In some cases, brown-banded roaches can even serve as intermediate hosts for parasites, like parasitic worms, which can harm you or the pets living in your home. And, for anyone in your household that may deal with allergies or asthma, the presence of brown-banded cockroaches will only make symptoms worse. An enzyme in cockroach saliva, droppings, and skin can trigger allergic reactions and asthma symptoms in many people who are susceptible to allergens.

Why Is It So Hard To Get Rid Of Brown-Banded Roaches In Homes?

Nobody wants to deal with a harmful pest like the brown-banded cockroach for long, but how do you get them out of your home? Unfortunately, brown-banded cockroaches can be harder to get rid of than you might think. Brown-banded cockroaches can survive on just about anything, so even cutting off their access to food and water is unlikely to deter or get rid of these pests. Nylon stockings, fabric, human hair, and even glue can all serve as food sources for roaches if they have no other choice.

Brown-banded cockroaches are also excellent at hiding and can fit their small, flat bodies into the tiniest cracks and crevices of your home. Brown-banded cockroaches especially have a reputation for climbing inside closets, picture frames, and even clocks. Like many other types of roaches, brown-banded cockroaches have developed resistance to common pesticides. Over-the-counter pesticides often fail to completely eliminate an entire cockroach infestation, although these sprays and chemicals could be toxic to pets and people.

The Secret To Effective Cockroach Control In Richmond

DIY and over-the-counter treatments can’t get rid of brown-banded cockroaches, but there is a secret to effective cockroach control, and that’s enlisting the help of the professionals at Go-Forth Home Services. Whether it’s brown-banded cockroaches, American cockroaches, or German cockroaches, we’ve dealt with every type of roach native to Richmond, and we can put our experience to good use in your home.

We’ve got multiple service plans to fit your home’s needs and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. Brown-banded cockroaches are resilient, so you’ve got to take strong action against these pests. At Go-Forth Home Services we can provide an inspection and let you know more about our pest control services in Richmond.

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