Roach breeding is encouraged by clutter. Avoid unnecessary storage of corrugated paper boxes, piles of paper bags, newspaper, magazines, and soiled clothing and rags. Trapping Several types of cockroach traps are commercially available. Traps capture roaches, and are a good monitoring device. While the traps can be useful to reduce light infestations, they do not effectively control heavy cockroach infestations.
Place traps against a vertical surface, preferably a corner, where cockroaches are usually found.
They are most effective when placed under sinks, in cabinets, near the kitchen stove or refrigerator, in basement corners or near floor drains. If cockroaches become established, chemical control may be needed in combination with good sanitary practices. These insecticides are sold in different formulations and under various brand names. The insecticide products must be applied in a thorough manner to all areas where roaches are located. Application may be repeated for effective control.