How to get rid of Roaches | Moving into an apartment with roaches
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- Опубліковано 23 жов 2022
- I moved into an apartment that had roaches in Houston, TX. It was a nightmare and I want to share a method to get rid of them, that worked for me.
Landlords do not care and pest control companies want to the do the bare minimum to control the pest.
In Houston, the roaches just come with the lease
So true!
Florida too
😂😂😂😂
Charlotte 😂😂
@@xletzyyonly in sugar creek
It’s called pest control for a reason. You will never get rid of them completely. They move around from house to house. Everybody has roaches rather they know it or not. They don’t tell you this. Get the syringe and squeeze a pea sized bait everywhere you can think of. Cracks, holes, in cabinets, bathrooms and kitchen. They survived for millions of years. It worked for me.
You're right. Pest control companies cannot eliminate their cash-flows. Thanks for the advice.
If it’s a decent company (they do exist) you can get rid an infestation completely. The problem with German roaches is that they hitchhike on different objects like boxes, luggage, shoes/clothing, ect.. to get to new locations. IT’s especially bad in apartments because neighboring units can be were the original nest are.
BORIC ACID BOILED EGG YOLK AND SUGAR.. MIX IT TOGETHER AND PUT IT IN CABINETS AND WHERE EVER YOU CAN... I PROMISE YO WILL NOT HAVE ANY ROACHES AFTER 2 WEEKS ... DONT FOG THEY ONLY RUN TO ANOTHER UNIT AND COME BACK.. ROACHES ARE DEFINETLY COMMON IN THE SOUH.. I LIVE IN FLORIDA.. GREAT VIDEO
Thank you for the advice 🙏
That’s a old school bait recipe that can work if the infestation isn’t too bad. You need to be careful how much boric acid you use in the mix, too little and it ineffective, too much and the roaches can detect it and won’t eat the bait in large quantities
I used this recipe and it worked!
Does this really work I can't afford to move and I'll try anything
Pls reply asap thank u
It’s so unfortunate that people are so embarrassed to admit when they have roaches, because usually the result is that the building does not get adequately treated and the problem persists for years. It can be extremely frustrating for those of us who are actually trying to eliminate the problem.
You are absolutely correct 👏
Alpine WSG pesticide spray rotated with Transport Micron. These are mixed in a pull sprayer per manufacturer guidelines. These are non repellant sprayed as the repellent ones drive them away when you want to actually kill the roaches. Advion gel bait, Advion cockroach baits. These are pro level products. Your goal is to kill the roaches and also have them take the poison back to their colony. A multiple step approach is needed to get rid of roaches. Another big issue is if there is pet water and food out, cardboard boxes and clutter. The main activity areas are usually the kitchen around the island, refrigerator and other appliance as well as bathrooms. When you move into a new places always treat it for roaches and other insects, etc along with bed bugs. Have a monthly regimen and assume always there are pests in the house. Using proactive measures is the key to control and preventing an infestation. If you have any questions please ask I’ll be happy to assist you! I’ve been in the pest control trip business for 20 years.
having the same problem I’m from Washington State living in Austin full of roaches bad apartment. thank you for the feedback
Austin is beautiful. I hope you solve your problem.
Glad you got your problem resolved, but the problem, is that they may hide in your appliances. So when you move, they could move with you and start an infestation where you moved...
It's been almost 7 months since I moved out and I have never seen another roach. But you are absolutely right ✅️
@@ErikMier. I'm living the same nightmare in Montreal, I moved 2 months ago, they treated before I moved here, but still see one roach every now and then. Now I'm caulking and using foam to seal every single hole in the apartment and hoping I won't have to start a court case to get my lease cancelled.
@@x87alpha1 roaches are a pain dude 😢
@@x87alpha1I have a problem with cockroaches after 7 months of moving there, I saw 3 in 3 days, they were in my bathroom/kitchen drawers & I am so depressed
I just signed the lease and turned the power on and I was looking around the apartment thinking I found a nice spot for cheep. After about 30 minutes of looking I found a bunch of roaches under the fridge.
I am sorry that you are going through this. I know of some luxury apartment complexes that have a roach problem... it's the dirty people that make it hard to get rid of them.
I’m going through this right now and I’m so annoyed
Same, I just moved in and they definitely only fogged. I just saw two when I got up to use the bathroom
I hope that fogging the unit works for you. You may notice that the roaches are more active right after they Fogg since it drives them crazy... But after a few weeks they should be gone for a few months until you have to Fogg the unit again. It sucks dealing with dirty neighbors and greedy landlords.
If a apartment gets roaches. Unless your place is spotlesss. They will comeback. Because they live in the walls. Things like no food anywhere expect the kitchen. Then the kitchen has to cleaned everyday. Say with bleach. No dirty dishes left out every! You mite get away with that in a house for a while. But not a apartment you are fighting your neighbors not just the bugs.
You are absolutely correct! 💯
It's not just being clean, it's moisture. We have a bunch of moisture absorbers around. And I dry the dishes. Moisture tends to be in apartments if there's a dryer. So ventilate well.
What if it’s spotless and there hasn’t even been anyone even living there and the apartment is empty and they’re still there 😭 we just moved in a new place today and the lease is already signed and there’s roaches 🤢🤢
@@Thehumansmilyface It's your neighbors and you are screwed. If they are in the walls new or not. You will always fight them. But you can keep them at a very low number. Just have to be super clean.
@@Thehumansmilyface If your unit is not the issue, then your neighbors are. The walls are probably infested with roaches. I had the same problem, that's why I found fogging helpful since it kept the roaches from coming into my unit.
Fogging won't eliminate the roaches, but it will keep them away for about 6 months. Good luck!
after fogging. Did they come out after?
I can get a cordless ryoby fogger cheap but how do I get the chemicals or product I live in canada can I get the stuff here
My husband and i just moved into a townhouse. Our patio is plit in the middle and shared with a neighbor. We are 30 days into our 13 month lease. We have 6 kiddos and three of them have asthma. We began to notice roaches and i mean really bad. I bought things to spray and that took care of them for the most part. The inside of our home was getting better. One night i was about to leave to get my husband from work and i noticed roaches through my back patio door and they are all over the patio. It is so traumatic. We finally noticed the source is our neighbor. They live so nasty roaches are all in there home and windows. I feel helpless. My husband works nights and that's when they come out back through the patio. Maintenance came to seal the door but nothing is really working. We literally duck taped our back door shut i can't even enjoy my patio. I'm in tears writing this because seems pest control it's not helping. They want to fogg our place but my kids have asthma idk what to do. We have a while to be here. Any advice????
I'm sorry to hear that. My father has asthma so I know how difficult and delicate this medical condition can be.
Talk to a doctor and find out if fogging the unit would affect your child's asthma. My father's asthma is triggered by emotions, not dust or cold weather. I found that hard to believe but that's the case, his doctor told us that.
The only other solution is to break out of the lease. Read your contract to find out the requirements, it is unfortunately an expensive option though. Good luck!
Let them fog some stay somewhere for a day
24 hours, get a hotel room and get the results you have to get. After that it's going to clear out...God bless you and your family, Jesus loves y'all 💖
I'm going thru this now except in my new house. I'm heartbroken & hating life. I've only been here a week & I'm trying boric acid. Smh.. I guess I'm going to war too💯
A house is easier to deal with than an appartment. You don't have to deal with nasty tenants next door. Roaches like to travel whitin the complex unit.
Hire a professional BUT make sure to keep an eye on them so that they treat your house the right way. Confront them if they are not doing what you want them to do. Good luck! 👍
@@ErikMier. 👍
I bought a few packs of catchmaster mouse and insect glue boards, placed 2 behind the fridge right under the outlet, one on the kitchen counter in the corner and the other under the kitchen sink and caught quite a few. I also have raid ( the water based and fragrance free one) and a fly swatter from the dollar store for the ones I can see running around. I also dropped a teaspoon dollop of cheap plain peanut butter in the center of the trap for good measure. Total cost $12. Roaches love to live inside the dry wall behind outlets so set the sticky boards near them.
IF YOU WANT TO KILL ROACHES TRY THIS! THIS WORKS!
1. Clean your house
2. Try to declutter
3. Purchase ORTHO FIRE ANT KILLER. It's a powder, carefully sprinkle this powder Around your entire ahouse. Focus on every baseboard, behind every fridge, oven, couch, bed, toilet, all furniture. ( please read the precaution if you have small children or pets). Leave the powder down. Repeat in two weeks if you have a major infestation.
THIS WILL KILL ALL ROACHES IN YOUR HOUSE! Gel baits, and baits are helpful but it did not work for me. The exterminator came twice and treated my home but I still saw them 😢.
Roaches hates this stuff, they will leave your house/apartment.
@@KCRUBYWOOscreenshotted your comment so I can try this. Found a 5 bedroom townhouse for 850 a month, can’t pass up that rent and gotta deal with this bs
IF YOU WANT TO KILL ROACHES TRY THIS! THIS WORKS!
1. Clean your house
2. Try to declutter
3. Purchase ORTHO FIRE ANT KILLER. It's a powder, carefully sprinkle this powder Around your entire ahouse. Focus on every baseboard, behind every fridge, oven, couch, bed, toilet, all furniture. ( please read the precaution if you have small children or pets). Leave the powder down. Repeat in two weeks if you have a major infestation.
THIS WILL KILL ALL ROACHES IN YOUR HOUSE! Gel baits, and baits are helpful but it did not work for me. The exterminator came twice and treated my home but I still saw them 😢.
Roaches hates this stuff, they will leave your house/apartment.
Thank you for the advice 🙏
Still bug free?
@@emarie107 yes, no roaches anywhere. Also, no spiders, ants and carpet beetles either. Good luck!
Omg it smells like azz 😂 I also bought gentrol. We haven't seen any since but I plan on laying it down again. We are in a 8 unit tho, not a house and just got them from people that moved in a few months ago. Before this we were here for 9 years, no bugs!
Thanks. :)
Hi I'm aware of this product Ive used it for what is intended, ants ! In the back yard. Anyways with that being said I know it's for that use and it's for outside use as the label says. But my question is how do you deal with the smell. I know it smells rough so how does that work since your putting it inside your house. Another question I have. How do you use this if you have pets will it be effective if I only place this in high places of course. I'm thinking in corners. Since I can't sprinkle it around. I have a kid and pets . It's not just adults who can avoid the product.
I literally just moved in my town house and I’m pissed I never had roaches and these roaches or huge I told my landlord and they said nothing I’m so mad
I'm sorry you are going thru this. I hope that you are able to eventually get help from your landlord. Stay strong 💪
Landlords or may I call them “slum lords “ really don’t care 🤷🏽♀️ about their tenants only the money. Yes they do act like they never knew!!! Lies I say!!!
Call the city 🌆 your in and they will fine your landlord. The city will also give him a certain time to fix the problem. Hold your rent until it’s done.
I died when you said “probably water” 😭😭
😆 All I know is that a pest control business can be very profitable...
@@ErikMier. YES lol I agree. At times I feel like they are in cahoots with the roaches 🪳
Fogging doesn’t generally kill all of them. Many survive and just move to other units until the pesticide break down. Quality roach baits like advion, syngenta, or maxforce with a good perimeter pesticide like temprid works best. Most can be bought online but always remember to never spray on or near the bait or the bait becomes useless. Also make sure to watch the instructional video that manufacturers or quality pest control companies put out to know the proper placement of baits and pesticides
Thank you for the advice.
I have roaches. My rent man put the black roach things in the kitchen. I sprayed the home defense upto 12 months spray about a month ago and on July 20, 2022. So, I have sprayed twice with in the last 6 months but the roaches have not stopped. I saw a roach crawling on my kitchen table in the kitchen. When I first moved in this duplex apartment I saw a few spiders but no roaches. I started seeing roches about 4 weeks ago. I sprayed the home defense spray about maybe 2 weeks ago.
@@tyann.moore.1827 ortho home defense is a okay retail product but many use a lower concentration of active pesticides or German roaches developed immunity.Basically you with never wipe out German roaches completely and have to keep buy the product forever. The most effective solution is quality gel bait pair with a quality perimeter pesticide. Combat or raid baits are the least effective.
@@tyann.moore.1827 Fogging is the WORST THING TO DO!!!! Especially if u are in an apt building!!! it does not kill them, but makes them scatter to other areas, and then, yes, they come right back. You must have the bait that they take back to the nest & buddies!!! GET THE MAXFORCE or Alpine gel!! PLEASE DO NOT FOLLOW HIS ADVICE! Then look up “how to rid unit of cockroaches,” & see everyone tell u exactly how its done. Gross!
I’m going through the same crap.
From what I've read fogging pushes them into the walls for a while and doesn't actually get rid of them, using a non repellant spray is probably the way to go but the pest control they hire at apartments they'll have them just in and out and not even spray where they're supposed to
I bought my own spray at Home Depot named "Ortho".
It works, but you will still see them around and you cannot win the war when you live in a multiunit complex.
The fogging didn't kill all of them but it sure kept them away for 6 months at a time.
@@ErikMier.Bioadvanced insect spray. Get it at Lowe’s or Home Depot. It kills hidden bugs. Spot spray with fragrance free Raid. The Bio works though.
Wow I just moved to the same apt complex you’re in! And dealing with this issue smh I wish I seen this video sooner
I am very sorry to hear that. I hope that you are doing well.
I've moved into an apartment recently and the building is infested. I've never dealt with roaches before this. When I contacted the apartment they sent out someone who just sprayed the corners. They are crawling on me at night now and im not sure what to do
I'm sorry that you are going through this. The first couple of nights we slept in a hotel.
The management office sent us a guy that sprayed a few spots but that didn't work. I spoke to the office about breaking the lease but the manager told me that it was impossible, read your contract. Often times you are able to break the lease but you'll have to pay a fee.
I spoke to the manager and asked what' was the best that she can do for me, and she told me that they offered fogging but that I would have to sign a waiver since that stuff is toxic. Do your research and figure out if that's something that you'll be willing to do.
Fogging controled the problem temporarily for about 6 months. Then I fogged the unit again and eventually moved out.
You'll never be able to kill all of them with sprays and powders, but fogging keeps them away from your unit. I wish you luck.
Be sure to place anything you bag up and pack is also treated or they will continue to come back
Absolutely 💯
Thank you!
Fogging is crazy dangerous for kids right because when you fog the chemicals gets on everything right? I’m asking because I just moved in a apartment and the roach problem here is bad when it’s night time and your walking to your apartment unit you will see them crawling in the grass and in the side walk and on the building, I called for a exterminator and all they did was put combat down and there babies everywhere in the kitchen thank God it’s only in the kitchen any suggestion on what to do because I can’t fog I have two toddlers that run around everywhere and the combat gels aren’t working
I am not a medical professional nor a pest control expert. Therefore, you should consult your doctor and a professional pest control company for accurate advice. All I can tell you is my experience... At the time I had a 4 and a 7 year old plus a small dog and my wife. We never noticed any sort of residue from the fogging. And like I said in the video, the pest control company did the bare minimum until I told them that I wanted something stronger. That's when I was told about the fogging by the apartment management. I personally was more worried about powders, gels, and sprays than the invisible residue of the fogging. Besides, the fogging is what kept the roaches away. I don't believe that they were killed, but it sure kept them away. Good luck!
Use Ortho home defense spray, spray on base boards and up in the corner of the walls. Do it every week for 2 weeks then every 3 weeks, then every month. The spray has no smell and is not harmful to babies.
What’s with these American apartments having roaches? I have never heard of this in Germany. But I know our apartments / flats have a totally different wall. They built it thicker. So even if your neighbor is dirty and has roaches, they can’t come to you. I could never live in America. I habe a bug phobia😂
I may have to move to Germany 🇩🇪
Explain where are German roaches came from buddy!
@@jasonweishaupt1828 of course we have roaches. But just normal german roaches if u have a lot of food and dirt for years. in big restaurants. but i never in my live heard, saw or had roaches. Because here it is just not common to have roaches. They are just a view and in america they spread like crazy !! in germany there are no roaches like this, simple.
It's also weather.
I've lived in my condo for 9 years. Black dude on the left, black family on the right, then Asian family on the right. All presumably American, at least first generation. When they sold the black dude's condo (on the left), a slumlord bought it. He housed five grown adult males (Mexican that didn't speak English if that's relevant, I don't know)... Well ever since they moved out... Which they moved out for not paying rent and driving drunk, etc. (HOAs have rules) We have seen three roaches in our condo. Another Mexican, english speaking family moved in like last month... I'm guessing they moved out since the place was infested with roaches... Idk, the guy had a job, so I don't believe he's like, a big m or a refugee or anything. Well they moved in ANOTHER family... Like six of them. African family. They arrived with all donations. I assume they are refugees. But anyway, they don't have money to treat that dirty condo. And as long as they don't treat it, we will never get rid of them! The rent is $1,700 for a two bedroom. Not cheap by any means.
Anyway, the answer to your question would be people that clearly don't mind bugs and slumlords who move 50 people every other month in a two bedroom in the suburbs and fail to treat the apartment. That's how we get roaches.
😢😢 I have nice things It feels like the end of the world
I'm sorry that you are having to go through this. I hope you can solve your problem soon. Stay positive!
Just moved out of my first apartment to a townhome. And had to get rid of a lot of my things.. just because I didn’t want to risk it. It really is traumatic because I lived with them for atleast a year when I was like 12 y/o then they come back all these years later.
I agree that it can be a traumatic experience. It took me months for me to stop looking at any little brown spot and not hiking that it was a roach. I'm glad you made it out. It was a smart move to let go of some of your things to avoid contamination of your new place.
is this the daphne
Bengal roach spray works real good.. its hard to find i have found it at Home Depot and walmart..i just found out they make foggers toovand i would get orthen fire ant killer powder as well as gel bait
I'm glad you were able to find something that works for you! Thank you for sharing.
Did you take your the furniture to your new apartment?
I did since I had the situation under control.
Before I moved into the appartment in Houston, I fogged the unit. This kept the roaches away. Otherwise, I would have had to get rid of the furniture or clean It really good to avoid trouble in my new unit.
@@ErikMier. Awesome that is a good idea my friend. God bless. What type of fog did you use? Thank you.
@@ErikMier.which unit the old one or the Houston one?
I have tried all kind of poison gels and poison baits and nothing. Also all kind of insecticide and poison sprays and nothing. I’m losing the battle here in Miami. I will try now filling the cracks with caulk.
I understand how you may be feeling. Try fogging your unit and caulking the cracks, but keep in mind that roaches like to go through the electric outlets as well. I would recommend using baby plugs for the outlets that you don't use.
Fogging your unit won't solve your your problem forever, but it gave me periods of six months where I barely saw them.
Seal around the plumbing fixtures. Yes, Texas has giant flying roaches.
Everything is bigger in the great state of Texas.
I live here in Texas in an apartment and this is driving me CRAZY!!! I picked up my juice to drink and one had got in my glass😥😫😤😡 the weather has been 100 degrees and over for weeks here and the exterminator l believe is feeding them🤦🏽♀️ l am doing all l know to kill them but they come back🥺 l can’t continue like this!!
NC also has big flying roaches!
@shirleymadiva6886 use borax with egg york and white sugar mix and place it around you house after 2 week go to home depot buy coak and seal hole 🕳 in your wall plumbing fixtures, and electric outlet and base boards
I had some bait but I can’t find it if anyone knows where to find it. It was the only thing that worked. Red tube by roach killer are something.
Interesting. Hopefully you can find it 👍
They have boric acid tables and they have a diner feast on them . All the roaches were gone from my apartment after 30days. They does in big batches.
I'm glad you were able to get rid of them.
@@ErikMier. thank you!
Can you tell me more about the boric acid?
Is that like a 50 room apartment?
The complex had about 16 units total.
I went through this I got rid of everything and moved to a new city. I also sued my landlord and won it court
Wow 👏
Congratulations 🎊
Fogging is the WORST THING TO DO!!!! Especially if u are in an apt building!!! it does not kill them, but makes them scatter to other areas, and then, yes, they come right back. You must have the bait that they take back to the nest & buddies!!! PLEASE DO NOT FOLLOW HIS ADVICE!
I appreciate your comment Crawley.
It's difficult to kill all the roaches that live in a 16 unit complex when you are the only one poisoning them. Therefore, I found Fogging to be the best option. Fogging kept them away from my unit until my lease was up.
Some tenants are disgusting and they won't help you fight the roaches.
@@ErikMier. I understand. Everyone must buy in.. but really do the gel because it will decrease the population.. must rotate types of pesticides but uts possible for u to get the friends and family if u do all the steps: boric acit powdering, then tiny dots of Decon gell everywhere
What would u say the best thing to use to kill them?
I have never been in an apt that doesn't have roaches. It's amazing really, even this luxury apartment I'm in, nice and remodeled and it's full of them?
I knew of luxury apartments in Dallas that had roaches. I guess it's a thing of the south, they like warm and humid climates.
Where do u live and also, did u take ur appliances/decor from the infested places to your new ones bcz u might be the problem
It's about climate, in Northern Europe they are rare, thankfully.
Better not accept any box’s from this place, the management might send you some little friends. I really hope not🤞🙏🏻
I hope not as well. 🤙
most useful video ever
Thank you. I'm glad to help.
just moved to san antonio from vegas. have roaches in my new apartment it’s disgusting, hope i can fix this problem
Out of all the major cities in Texas, I liked San Antonio the most. I hope that you are able to fix your problem. 🇨🇱
The technician is probably not getting paid enough for the amount of work he has to do at the apartments you were at
You are probably correct!
@@ErikMier. I work in that field and that happens
You look good 👍
I try. 😆
Going through this just moved in and roaches everywhere
I'm sorry to hear that. I hope that fogging can help your situation.
Same here and me and my wife and 19 month are getting the hell up out of here . I'm pissed I'm up at 3:40am.
Nice rhode island I'm from there
Rhode Island is a beautiful state.
Diatomaceous earth, VERY light dusting like you don't even need to see it...
Interesting
You have to try advion gel bait. Best way to eliminate infestation.
Thank you for the advice
😂😂 that’s crazy, I hate roaches
I doubt anyone likes them 🤔
The roaches were coming back because you were spraying common store bought pesticides and not letting the exterminator do his job
Perhaps
You could have with held the rent
I'll look into that for the future. Thank you.
He could not have withheld rent. Doing so would result in legal issues.
My issue is the person im living with doesnt want me to actually do anything remotely useful.
Cant foam any holes because "QQ the landlord" >.>
Cant get any decent products because that would be too easy.
Cant even leave baits anywhere relevant because the dog might learn how to teleport and unlock doors in the AM hours of the night?..
Nope we gotta ring the exterminator and get run through the ringer just to end up with the same shit anyway.
Fucking love it.
I'm sorry to hear that 😔
Caulking
That works as well.
Just use Alpine WSG 🙄😒
Thank you for the advice 🙏
@@ErikMier. After 2 applications I guarantee you won't have anymore roaches
Brake lease right now its easy to get lawyers to help renters
Fortunately, we left the complex about 8 months ago. Thank you for the advice 🙏
You just told us a lot without telling us anything useful really
Fog the unit.
Talk to much just get to the point
Thank you 😊
Baking soda work.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Get to the point smh
I hope you found the solution helpfull.
🗣️👉🏾 STAY OUT OF ..FLORIDA ..💃🏽👋🏾
Too humid and hot
Buy new furniture
I did. That's smart advice. 👌
Rambling nonsense
Thanks 😊
On another subject, I make 20 an hour as a manager in the storage industry, do you have any materials you would recommend for someone who is trying to escape poverty.
Dealing with roaches and slum lords. Moves 6 times in 3 years and moving again in September.
I am perpetually breaking even paying bills and moving but not really because life is the one bank account you can only withdraw from.
Pleas help I want to be a real boy, I am tired of being abused for my hard work with nothing to show.
I am sick of starving to save just to reach in and clear the saving out every two weeks and work as a slave with 0 money earned.
I know my teeth don’t have much longer and then interviews will be very uphill trying to explain why I neglected my health to pay all the bills.
I don’t know why but you seem like you have it all together are there any books you could recommend or podcasts.
Any help appreciated Ty
Good luck with the roaches 🪳
I actually do. And it's nothing you have heard before. I'll make the video in the next few days. Thanks.
Thanks from Massachusetts. Damn 🪳 here in winter. Never had issue before
I enjoyed living in Rhode Island for a few months. The Northeast is very beautiful.