How to Kill a Cockroach With a Fly Sweeper
WouterCockroaches are notorious for playing dead, and can survive multiple blows with little damage. But when you’re trying to kill one, you’ll have to be very careful. A cockroach’s exoskeleton is incredibly hard to penetrate. It’s best to listen to the popping sound it makes when you crush its body, and you should wait until this happens before proceeding. Afterwards, you’ll be able to see its blood leaking out.
Fly swatters work well against flies and mosquitoes, but not for scorpions or centipedes. But you can get an electric fly swatter which kills bugs immediately on contact. While this type of swatter can be very difficult to handle, it does have a few advantages over other methods.
The most popular way to kill a cockroach is by using hot water. Water that is 60 degrees Celsius or 140 degrees Fahrenheit will kill roaches, so make sure to use a large enough amount of water. If you’re hesitant to use hot water, you can also use soapy water. If you’re using soapy water, make sure to shake it well before applying it to the roaches. However, this is only a temporary solution, and you’ll still need a permanent method to get rid of them.
Cockroaches are notoriously difficult to get rid of because of their mobility. They can run across ceilings, climb walls and squeeze through tiny openings in the roofline. They also can compact their bodies to fit into spaces half their size.
