Cockroaches stay out of sight. If you have spotted one in your Hinsdale home, there may be many more hiding nearby. These pests thrive in dark, warm, and damp places where they have access to food and water. You can only get them out if you know where they hide. But this job is usually best left to the professionals. Pointe Pest Control knows where cockroaches might hide and has the right equipment to get them out. Its technicians will assess the severity of the infestation to determine how to best treat it. Below are common hiding spots for roaches:
Under Sinks and Around Plumbing
Cockroaches love moisture, so they usually hide in sinks and plumbing areas. They can be drawn to leaky pipes, damp wood, or a little condensation. The presence of water and food in kitchens and bathrooms makes them favorite spots for these pests.
Behind Appliances
Refrigerators, stoves, and dishwashers provide roaches with warmth, food crumbs, and protection from light. Roaches can slip into the tight gaps behind or under these appliances and stay hidden during the day. These areas are rarely moved or cleaned, which makes them ideal for long-term hiding.
Inside Cabinets and Pantries
Food storage areas are a natural target for cockroaches. They are attracted to crumbs, spills, and unsealed packaging. The closed spaces of cabinets and pantries offer protection and a steady food supply. Roaches often stay along the cracks and corners inside, so they may not be immediately visible. Using airtight containers and cleaning pantry shelves reduces the chances of them taking hold here.
In Cracks and Crevices
Small gaps in walls, baseboards, and flooring give roaches excellent hiding places. They flatten their bodies and slip into cracks not wider than a credit card. Once inside, they can nest and breed without being noticed. These hidden pathways also allow them to move through your home undetected. Sealing cracks with caulk makes it harder for them to spread.
Around Garbage and Recycling Bins
Small scraps of food left overnight provide enough nourishment to roaches. These pests may hide in or near garbage cans, feeding at night when it is quiet. Recycling bins with sticky containers can also attract them. Using bins with tight lids and rinsing recyclables before tossing them helps limit their hiding opportunities.
In Furniture and Upholstery
Cockroaches can burrow into the seams of couches, chairs, and mattresses. This can happen in serious infestations or when there is access to nearby food and water sources. These spots provide warmth and concealment. Regular vacuuming and checking furniture crevices keep this problem under control.
Inside Electronics
The warmth produced by electronics such as televisions, computers, and game consoles can attract roaches. They crawl into vents and crevices, staying hidden while enjoying the steady heat. This can lead to damaged electronics if droppings or nesting materials interfere with circuits.
In Basements and Laundry Rooms
Humid basements and laundry areas are perfect for cockroaches. These spaces often have moisture from appliances, drains, or poor ventilation. They can hide in piles of laundry, cardboard, or clutter.
Inside Wall Voids
Cockroaches may slip into wall voids through cracks, electrical outlets, or gaps around baseboards. These hidden spaces provide darkness, warmth, and safety, making them ideal for nesting.
Around Drains and Pipes
Moisture and organic matter that collect in sink or floor drains provide the perfect conditions for cockroaches. They often linger out of sight in the pipes, coming up at night to search for food. Regularly cleaning drains and using covers helps keep them from settling in these spots.