Cockroaches reproduce really fast
When you’ve seen one, the chances that there will be many more, are high. Female cockroaches can produce between 160 and 200 eggs in their lifetime. Better not to waste time with remedies that won’t fix your problem quickly and effectively.
Controlling cockroaches yourself vs. calling a professional pest control company
Most sprays, DIY remedies or baits you find in supermarkets or DIY stores are usually not effective enough to control cockroach infestation. In addition, it turns out that cockroaches quickly build up resistance.
A few will disappear, but they reproduce so quickly that it will soon prove to be a losing battle. A female cockroach can produce between 160-200 eggs during her lifetime.
Controlling cockroaches yourself, therefore, requires knowledge of biology, behavior, nesting sites, prevention and control methods - and this is usually lacking at Do-It-Yourself.
Acting quickly and accurately is the key to successfully controlling a pest infestation.