One of the most difficult pests to get rid of in your home or business are cockroaches. If you get a roach infestation, there are a number of remedies. However, one of the most effective remedies available is roach gel.
While roach spray and roach bait are both available to the average consumer they are typically of a lower concentration than what professionals use. This is because the high concentrations are rather poisonous and therefore require special training to properly apply them. As a result, over-the-counter sprays and baits, while helpful in eliminating cockroach infestation, are less effective than roach gel. In fact, this type of bait has become the remedy of choice by both professionals and consumers alike. Not only is roach gel easy to apply, but it lasts for up to six months and is designed to kill roaches in the places where they concentrate.
There are two types of roach gel available to the general consumer. The first is a gel-type bait that is made with Hydramethylon. This type of roach gel kills more slowly, but each roach that feeds on it can kill up to 40 other roaches. The second kind of gel bait is made with Fipronil, which kills faster but only affects the feeder.
While these two types of roach bait work differently, they are both made to last longer and be more effective than roach sprays. Additionally, it is important to note that they are not be used in combination with sprays or powders. Doing so can contaminate the gel bait, making it less effective.
Gel bait comes with a syringe. To apply it, take off the cap, trim off a small amount of the tip of the syringe, and place the tip on the surface — usually in the cracks and crevices where you see evidence of activity. Then, slightly depress the plunger. You can place several short lines of bait around roach traffic areas, in corners, around door frames, as well as in those places where you suspect roaches may be entering the home or building. After about 30 days, you should check all the areas where you applied the gel. If the gel is gone, add some more. If it’s not gone, you should apply new roach gel after 90 days to ensure that the bait is still effective.