The Dangers Roaches Bring To Sacramento Properties 

Cockroaches can not only survive but thrive in most climates, including Sacramento, California. For residents, these types of cockroaches could invade your home or business: 

German cockroach: Capable of growing a little over half an inch in length, German cockroaches have two dark parallel stripes that run across the back of their heads. Not only are they the most common species across the country, but they also reproduce more quickly than other types of roaches – making it essential to gain control of a German cockroach infestation as soon as possible.

Turkestan cockroach: Growing up to an inch long, Turkestan cockroaches tend to be dark brown with white stripes. Unlike German and Oriental roaches, Turkestan cockroaches are shyer about infesting homes – but they can still occasionally end up in homes or populate around your property and become a nuisance.

Oriental cockroach: Oriental cockroaches are larger than German or Turkestan roaches with dark, glossy bodies. Oriental cockroaches tend to be attracted to dark, moist places, so homes with moisture issues tend to draw them in more than other roaches. 

All three types of cockroaches can spell trouble for Sacramento homes and businesses – here’s what you should know about how unsanitary roaches are, how dangerous they can be for you and those around you, and why you shouldn’t combat a cockroach problem on your own. 

Do Cockroaches Only Infest Dirty Homes?

While many people already know that cockroaches are unsanitary pests, not everyone understands just how grimy these critters can be. A common misconception circling cockroaches is that they only infest dirty or unsanitary homes. 

Although an unsanitary home that provides easy access to food and moisture might make a cockroach’s life easier, these pests aren’t picky about which homes they infest. They may be naturally drawn to grimy homes, but they’re resilient enough to survive in almost any environment. 

Even if they can’t easily access human food, cockroaches can survive off almost nothing – and they don’t mind eating decaying matter, books, or even hair that’s lying around. If you live in an apartment complex or building where roaches may travel between apartments, catching these pests is even easier – and it’s not always an indicator of poor housekeeping skills.