They also feed on decaying plant material. Cockroaches are shy insects and like confined spaces. They prefer warm moist areas. You can often find cockroaches in drawers, cupboards and closets and under sinks and stoves. A favorite spot is a refrigerator s motor area.
Cockroaches are very active and can easily move from one area in a building to another.
You must control cockroaches throughout a building to have successful control. Store food and garbage in containers with tight fitting lids. Paint and caulk to reduce the number of cracks and crevices. Check cockroach activity by placing traps in areas where cockroaches travel. There are many products available for controlling cockroaches.