Health & Structural Damage Caused by Roaches

🦠 Health Risks

1. Disease Transmission
   Cockroaches are known to carry and spread pathogens such as:

   • Salmonella

   • E. coli

   • Staphylococcus

   • Streptococcus

2. Food Contamination
   Roaches crawl through garbage, sewage, and decaying matter, then contaminate:

   • Food left out or improperly stored

   • Food preparation surfaces

   • Kitchenware and utensils

3. Allergies and Asthma Triggers
   Their saliva, droppings, and shed skin contain allergens that can:

   • Aggravate asthma, especially in children

   • Cause skin rashes, watery eyes, and respiratory irritation

4. Bacterial Residue & Odor
   They leave behind:

   • Foul, musty odor due to pheromones

   • Smear marks on walls or surfaces

   • Droppings that resemble black pepper or coffee grounds

🏚️ Property & Structural Damage

5. Damage to Paper & Fabrics
   Roaches will chew on:

   • Books, wallpaper, cardboard boxes

   • Curtains, clothing, and furniture fabrics

6. Appliance & Electronics Issues
   They’re attracted to warm, dark spaces and can:

   • Short-circuit electronics by nesting in outlets or behind TVs/computers

   • Leave corrosive droppings inside electronics

7. Plumbing Contamination
   They can:

   • Infiltrate pipes and drains

   • Spread bacteria in bathrooms and kitchens through moist areas

8. Structural Infestation
   A large infestation may lead to:

   • Damage to insulation and drywall

   • Infestation in wall voids, baseboards, and cabinetry

🚨 Why Immediate Control is Crucial

• Roaches reproduce rapidly, with one female capable of producing hundreds of offspring in her lifetime.

• Even if only a few are spotted, many more could be hidden behind walls, under appliances, or in crawl spaces.

• DIY solutions rarely address the root of the problem, and delays can escalate infestations.