Cockroach Infestations: TikTok's Perfect Solution
Cockroach Infestations: TikTok's Perfect Solution
Cockroaches are among the most challenging pests to eliminate with their quick breeding and ability to hide in various undetected places inside and outside our homes. So, it's no wonder that when creators on TikTok claimed to have found the perfect solution to roach infestations, the internet went wild and ran with the hack. In numerous videos on the social media platform –- some garnering more than 600,000 likes –- content posters show their successful results using Advion Cockroach gel bait, many even claiming that it will work just as effectively, if not better, than hiring professional exterminators. In an exclusive interview with House Digest, expert John D'Abruzzo with Truly Nolen Pest Control helps us determine whether Advion gel bait is just as good a solution as professional extermination.
Can Advion Gel Bait Replace Professional Extermination?
Advion Cockroach gel bait has become a popular solution for homeowners dealing with cockroach infestations. Many viral TikTok videos have praised the product and showcased successful results. The over-the-counter bait is applied using a syringe to indoor and outdoor entry points, cracks, and other areas where roaches may be entering the home and nesting.
In an exclusive interview with House Digest, pest control expert John D'Abruzzo discussed the effectiveness of Advion gel bait. He explained that the active ingredient in the bait, Indoxacarb, is also used in many professional pesticides. Indoxacarb disrupts the roach's nervous system and ultimately leads to its death. D'Abruzzo noted that Advion gel bait works best when there is a limited adult roach population.
Using Advion gel bait as a solution can save homeowners time and money, as it is available on Amazon for just $28.44. In contrast, hiring a professional exterminator can cost nearly $200 for a single visit and even more for severe infestations.
While Advion gel bait can be effective, D'Abruzzo also mentioned some caveats to consider. It may not be a comprehensive solution for all roach problems, and its effectiveness may vary depending on the extent of the infestation.
Original article by House Digest
Suggestions for severe infestations
Although Advion Cockroach gel bait won't be a perfect solution to more significant roach issues around your home, that doesn't mean your only option is to spend hundreds of dollars on hiring a professional exterminator. In an exclusive interview with House Digest, John D'Abruzzo suggests a different product that will wield better results for those with a more in-depth problem. "For larger infestations, where immatures and adults are present, I would use a material called Vendetta Plus roach gel bait," he said. "This material has two active ingredients: Abamectin and Pyriproxyfen, and this product contains Nyguard, which is an IGR."
A new gel bait called Vendetta Plus is revolutionizing the way roach infestations are treated. Unlike its competitor Advion, Vendetta Plus uses Insect Growth Regulators (IGRs) to target and reduce the roach population. By preventing molting and reproduction, Vendetta Plus hinders the ability of immature insects to develop into healthy adults, ultimately lowering the level of infestation. Although slightly more expensive than Advion, Vendetta Plus is well worth the price increase due to its expanded effect. It is a more affordable alternative to hiring a professional exterminator and can be purchased on Amazon for $37.95.
