Could The Cockroaches In My Orlando Home Be Making Me Sick

There are a few different cockroach species in Florida, and while some look grosser than others, they are all universally viewed as disgusting. Having them in your home can be a considerable source of stress for good reason. Not only will it ruin your day to see one crawling or flying across the room, but they can put your health at risk in large enough numbers or with lacking sanitation protocols. A cockroach infestation is never something to leave alone. Keep reading to learn more about cockroaches in Orlando, how they can jeopardize your health, and how to get rid of cockroaches for good.

How Are Cockroaches In Orlando Harmful To My Health?

When cockroaches come from outdoors, they tend to come from less than desirable locations. Whether from sewers, gutters, dumpsters, or simply from under decaying matter, they pick up bacteria and pathogens and then transfer them to your food or kitchen surfaces if they manage to come indoors.

According to the World Health Organization, cockroaches carry organisms that can cause dysentery, cholera, leprosy, plague, typhoid fever, and viral diseases. They are also known to carry the eggs of parasitic worms like the human whipworm and hookworm. If this isn’t scary enough, they are also known to cause severe asthma attacks in some.

Can Cockroaches In Orlando Cause Allergies?

A common source of concern in a cockroach infestation is the German cockroach allergy. The German cockroach is one of the most prominent species in the United States, and a German cockroach allergy is simply a cockroach allergy manifesting in the following symptoms:

  • Sneezing

  • Runny or stuffy nose

  • Itchy, red, or watery eyes

  • Itchy nose, mouth, or throat

  • Mucus dripping in your throat

  • Cough

  • Itchy skin or rash

A person who is more susceptible to severe allergic reactions or who has asthma may have trouble breathing, tightness in the chest, wheezing, and shortness of breath as a result of cockroach allergens. Like dust mites, the feces, saliva, and body parts of a cockroach aggravate the skin, throat, and nose, causing the unpleasant symptoms of an allergic reaction. The National Pest Management Association estimates that up to 98% of homes in urban areas contain cockroach allergens.

Unfortunately, cockroach poison can also cause health concerns similar to allergic reactions that may manifest in permanent developmental, reproductive, and systemic impacts that can result in death. If cockroach poison is so dangerous, how can you hope to get rid of them?

How Do I Safely Get Rid Of Cockroaches In My Orlando Home?

The best way to kill cockroaches is never going to be a DIY or over-the-counter method, partially for the reason listed above. Negative health effects are too risky, and these methods are not likely to be effective. The best way to kill cockroaches if you have an ongoing infestation is with professional pest control that can prioritize your health and safety.

You can learn how to keep cockroaches out of your house with proper prevention and sanitization methods, such as:

  • Seal cracks and holes around your home’s exterior and foundation with silicone-based caulk.

  • Make sure doors and windows completely seal and their screens are free of holes.

  • Store outside trash in a sealed container away from the home. Regularly take out inside trash and sanitize bins weekly.

  • Store food in glass or metal containers.

  • Vacuum, sanitize, and de-clutter daily.

  • Don’t leave dishes in the sink or food around the home.

  • Store items in attics or basements in sealed plastic containers, not cardboard.

  • Don’t leave potted plants or bushes underneath windows.

  • Regularly clean gutters and don’t leave debris like leaf piles or wood near your home or in your yard.

  • Control anything causing excess moisture in or out of your home.

Proper sanitization and maintenance can go a long way to preventing cockroaches, but cockroaches can also go a long time without food or water and may live off of glue and toothpaste in the absence of other food sources. If you have an ongoing infestation, the best way to get rid of cockroaches for good is through Green Flag Services.

Is Pest Control For Roaches Worth It In Orlando?

At home and over-the-counter pest control methods for cockroaches are not only likely to be dangerous for your health, but they won’t be effective in controlling an infestation. Instead, call Green Flag Services. Not only can we get rid of a current infestation, but we can show you how to keep cockroaches out of your house year-round.

For eco-friendly services, follow-up appointments, and peace of mind, call Green Flag Services. Get started with a free inspection and then allow our five-step process to eliminate pests around your Orlando home every season.

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Can Cockroaches In Orlando Cause Allergies?

A common source of concern in a cockroach infestation is the German cockroach allergy. The German cockroach is one of the most prominent species in the United States, and a German cockroach allergy is simply a cockroach allergy manifesting in the following symptoms:

  • Sneezing
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Itchy, red, or watery eyes
  • Itchy nose, mouth, or throat
  • Mucus dripping in your throat
  • Cough
  • Itchy skin or rash

A person who is more susceptible to severe allergic reactions or who has asthma may have trouble breathing, tightness in the chest, wheezing, and shortness of breath as a result of cockroach allergens. Like dust mites, the feces, saliva, and body parts of a cockroach aggravate the skin, throat, and nose, causing the unpleasant symptoms of an allergic reaction. The National Pest Management Association estimates that up to 98% of homes in urban areas contain cockroach allergens.

Unfortunately, cockroach poison can also cause health concerns similar to allergic reactions that may manifest in permanent developmental, reproductive, and systemic impacts that can result in death. If cockroach poison is so dangerous, how can you hope to get rid of them?

How Do I Safely Get Rid Of Cockroaches 
In My Orlando Home?

The best way to kill cockroaches is never going to be a DIY or over-the-counter method, partially for the reason listed above. Negative health effects are too risky, and these methods are not likely to be effective. The best way to kill cockroaches if you have an ongoing infestation is with professional pest control that can prioritize your health and safety.

You can learn how to keep cockroaches out of your house with proper prevention and sanitization methods, such as:

  • Seal cracks and holes around your home’s exterior and foundation with silicone-based caulk.
  • Make sure doors and windows completely seal and their screens are free of holes.
  • Store outside trash in a sealed container away from the home. Regularly take out inside trash and sanitize bins weekly.
  • Store food in glass or metal containers.
  • Vacuum, sanitize, and de-clutter daily.
  • Don’t leave dishes in the sink or food around the home.
  • Store items in attics or basements in sealed plastic containers, not cardboard.
  • Don’t leave potted plants or bushes underneath windows.
  • Regularly clean gutters and don’t leave debris like leaf piles or wood near your home or in your yard.
  • Control anything causing excess moisture in or out of your home.

Proper sanitization and maintenance can go a long way to preventing cockroaches, but cockroaches can also go a long time without food or water and may live off of glue and toothpaste in the absence of other food sources. If you have an ongoing infestation, the best way to get rid of cockroaches for good is through Green Flag Services.

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Is Pest Control For Roaches Worth It In Orlando?

At home and over-the-counter pest control methods for cockroaches are not only likely to be dangerous for your health, but they won’t be effective in controlling an infestation. Instead, call Green Flag Services. Not only can we get rid of a current infestation, but we can show you how to keep cockroaches out of your house year-round.

For eco-friendly services, follow-up appointments, and peace of mind, call Green Flag Services. Get started with a free inspection and then allow our five-step process to eliminate pests around your Orlando home every season.

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