Pest Control Professionals
Today, pest control professionals most often use gel bait insecticides to control and eliminate cockroaches. This requires the placement of small beads of gel bait in areas where the cockroaches are known or expected to live, travel, or feed. Professional pest control operators (PCOs) will generally provide you with a specific list of preparation activities that their company requires you to complete prior to their visit. Because a lack of preparation could make treatment unsafe or cause re-infestation of the entire home or building, many PCOs will not treat areas that are not prepped to their specifications. Although each company should provide its customers with a specific list of steps, there are some general rules of thumb for prepping for service. The following lists some of the most common requests or recommendations made by PCOs. These steps should also be followed prior to any DIY use of an over-the-counter pest control product. When using any pesticide, read and follow all label directions and safe-use guidelines prior to purchase and use.
