How to Get Rid of Cockroaches From Your Refrigerator
WouterThe first step in ensuring that you do not have a cockroach problem is to clean the inside of your refrigerator. This can be done by using a rag soaked in disinfectant. You should also clean the coils of your fridge. Although these are not easily accessible, professional HVAC technicians will be able to clean them for you. Once the inside has been cleaned, use natural repellents to keep cockroaches away.
Roaches often enter refrigerators through worn door gaskets. If this is the case, you can use baking soda or a toothbrush to clean these areas. Another effective treatment is to clean the inside of the fridge with a sealant, which is non-toxic and kills roaches without harming humans.
Another method for getting rid of roaches from refrigerators is to turn off the air conditioning in them. Then, open the refrigerator’s door and allow it to air out for a few hours. You can also use a fan inside the refrigerator to kill the roaches. Once the roaches have settled into your refrigerator, they will be able to survive the temperature change and contaminate your food with a variety of bacteria.
Cockroaches prefer warm humid environments to cold temperatures. They can survive for 60 days in a temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit. It is likely that if they find their way into your fridge, they will be attracted to the warm coils. They will also be attracted to the sugary food that you keep inside.
