Eggs hatch in about 30 days. Thorough, careful inspection and clean up will help to locate and destroy egg sacks. Humans are generally bitten only by accident, especially when a spider becomes trapped in bedding or clothing. Dursban, diazinon or Malathion should control spiders inside or outside the house. A product called Tempo from Bayer Chemical Company is very effective on spiders.
Cockroaches are a major problem to Mississippi homeowners today.
We have several species which are really troublesome in our homes and other buildings. These include the German, American, Oriental, brown-banded and smoky brown cockroaches. The key to successful cockroach control is the use of preventive measures. Chemical control may be necessary. If so, residual sprays as chlorpyrifos, diazinon, propoxur, resmethrin or synergized pyrethrins may be used.