Can cockroaches come up through drains?
Yes, especially larger American cockroaches that live in sewers and drains. Keep drains covered at night and run water in rarely used drains to keep the traps full.
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Yes, especially larger American cockroaches that live in sewers and drains. Keep drains covered at night and run water in rarely used drains to keep the traps full.
What to know
- Use drain covers or stoppers at night.
- Run water in guest bathrooms weekly.
- Seal gaps around pipes under sinks.
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