The word pest is a broad term to classify all annoying, sickness spreading creatures that harm or hamper the way human beings lead their lives. The widespread cleanliness issue with regard to streets and drainage in India has lead to great need for commercial pest control. There has been a greater awareness about the need for pest control as well as the harm that can come from pests.
Cockroaches are one of the most common pests that dwell in the Indian household. There are a variety of cockroach species but the most common being the dark brown American cockroach. This insect never travels alone and commonly inhabits drains, animal dung and other filthy places. They play host to a variety of bacteria, germs and other microorganisms. Since they move at night, it is hard to catch them. They contaminate food that they touch as well as toys, clothes and other things left outside. They are a common cause of food poisoning in many households. Rats and mice are along similar lines. These seemingly harmless creatures are very dangerous and a buggy horse to many diseases. For this very reason, it is important to regularly employ cockroach control as well as rodent control and rid your house of pests from time to time.