Over 30 species of cockroaches live in Alabama, four of which pose a serious threat to humans and pets: Asian, American, German, and the Oriental cockroach. As luck would have it, these four species happen to be the most commonly seen in Alpine. Cockroaches carry diseases, destroy food and other items in a home, and can damage its structure. If you suddenly notice roaches in your home, or there seems to be a larger volume than the day before, you likely wonder what caused this to occur.
Cause of Cockroaches
Cockroaches are excellent at playing hide n go seek. They’re nocturnal creatures, so coming out during the day already turns them off. Whether they travel into the home from a grocery bag or travel indoors searching for warmth during the cold winter months, they often hibernate in a dark, moist place like the cabinets or inside the walls until it’s safe to come out. All the while, the cockroaches invite all their roach friends and family, and the procreation begins.
Shockingly, just two cockroaches can reproduce a massive 400,000 babies over the course of a year. That’s more than 33,333 roaches each month!
So, when roaches suddenly appear in the house, it’s likely because the infestation is so massive they have no option except to come out of hiding to find food and resting spots. Whether a cockroach invited over other roaches or procreated, you now have a huge problem on your hands.
Other Causes of Roaches
Roaches can suddenly appear due to other issues in the home. The most common reasons include:
- Plumbing problem, i.e., busted pipe, leaking water
- You’ve introduced cockroach-infested items into your home, i.e., an item purchased from a thrift store or given to you by a friend
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