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Cockroaches (Blattodea)
Cockroaches are one of the most notorious household pests, capable of spreading more than 30 species of bacteria, six parasitic worms, and multiple pathogens by contaminating food, utensils, and surfaces with their excrement and shed skins. They thrive in warm, humid environments and can survive under remarkably harsh conditions, making DIY control extremely difficult. Their rapid reproductive rate means a small problem can become a major infestation within weeks. Professional integrated pest management using baits, growth regulators, and residual applications provides thorough, long-lasting control.