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Dangers, Signs & Damage
Dangers, Signs & Damage
Roaches are one of the top indoor allergen sources in the country, and they spread bacteria across every surface they touch in your kitchen.
SPECIMEN
Cabinet Infestation
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SPECIMEN
Allergens — Inhaled to the Lungs
Medical illustration
CLASSIFIED // BO-08
Cockroach Sanitation
Warning Signs
- Pepper-like droppings in drawers and pantries.
- Egg cases (oothecae) under appliances.
- Musty, oily odor in heavy infestations.
- Daytime sightings.
Health Risks
- Asthma triggers — major risk for kids.
- E. coli, salmonella, staph contamination.
- Food poisoning from contaminated surfaces.
Why Sprays Fail
- Repellent sprays scatter the colony into walls.
- OTC products miss eggs entirely.
- Without a growth regulator, populations rebound in weeks.