Cockroaches are attracted to similar things as any other pest: shelter, food, and water. They can enter a clean house for a variety of reasons, including poor sanitation, inadequate cleaning, and clutter around the home. The following are some of the top causes of a roach infestation:

• Food: Cockroaches eat a variety of things, including sweets, starches, meats, and organic matter. A kitchen full of leftover food, syrup droppings, and food smudges is every scavenger’s ideal paradise.

• Water: Roaches need moisture to survive, and leaky pipes and faucets are one of the most common attractants for cockroaches. They will also hide out under refrigerators and air conditioning units to indulge in their condensation, and even drink from pets’ water bowls when left out overnight.

• Shelter: Roaches will hide in dark places such as cracks in walls or cabinets, beneath stoves or refrigerators, and in cluttered areas.

• Trash: Trash cans can be a major attraction for roach visitors, especially if you are throwing food away. Take your trash out at the end of the day, every day, to help avoid a roach issue.

To prevent cockroaches, it is important to keep your home clean, get rid of excess clutter, and close gaps that are entryways for roaches. Additionally, storing food correctly and taking out the trash regularly can help prevent roach infestations.