{"id":25933,"date":"2026-06-11T15:05:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T13:05:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/non-classifiee\/les-meilleurs-traitements-anti-cafard\/"},"modified":"2026-06-11T15:38:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T13:38:22","slug":"the-best-cockroach-treatments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/en\/our-advice\/the-best-cockroach-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"The best cockroach treatments to get rid of them for good"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A real nightmare for many of you, cockroaches are among the most dreaded pests! Whether in the kitchen, bathroom, toilet or elsewhere, a cockroach infestation at home is a nightmare to deal with. And unfortunately, these insects are particularly resistant to treatments&#8230; So <strong>how do you get rid of cockroaches for good?<\/strong> Here is a list of the most effective solutions, from anti-cockroach gels and traps to natural remedies. You can also find our advice on how to choose the right pest control professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0f33acd954a9569bce21c39373aa7b91 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb6986818d51a671f6576d1663bf25f9 wp-block-paragraph\">\u27a1\ufe0f Cockroaches are attracted to food, damp and heat in your home.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f Before any treatment, it is essential to clean, remove sources of water and seal off entry points.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f Anti-cockroach gels are generally the most effective treatments as they reach a significant portion of the colony.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f Traps, sprays and fumigants can be useful, but they are not always enough to eliminate the nest.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f Do not crush the cockroaches.<br>\u27a1\ufe0f In the event of a severe or recurring infestation, calling in a pest control professional is often the most effective solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do I have cockroaches in my home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contrary to popular belief, <strong>the presence of cockroaches isn\u2019t necessarily linked to poor hygiene. <\/strong>These insects are looking for three things: <strong>food, water and warmth<\/strong>. If these conditions are met, they can quickly settle in and multiply at breakneck speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-1024x570.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25338 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-1024x570.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-768x427.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-1536x854.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards-600x334.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/repas-cafards.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Food left lying around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cockroaches can feed on almost anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are their main food sources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>food scraps left on worktops;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>crumbs under furniture or household appliances;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bins containing food waste;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dog and cat food left out;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dirty washing-up left in the sink for several hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Moisture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cockroaches also need water to survive. <strong>They love damp areas of the house<\/strong> such as the bathroom, the kitchen, the pipes, under the sink, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even a small leak or recurring condensation can be enough to sustain a colony.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-evier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25349 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-evier.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-evier-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-evier-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-evier-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25344 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/blatte.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Heat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat <strong>accelerates their development and encourages them to reproduce.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why they often hide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>behind household appliances;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>near fridge motors;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>under or behind ovens;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>near electrical appliances that give off heat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These areas have everything cockroaches love: they are dark, hard to reach and rarely cleaned.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do cockroaches get into your home?<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-haut.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-haut.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-haut-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-haut-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-haut-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cockroaches can squeeze through extremely small openings. Even if your home is clean, <strong>they can come in from outside or from a neighbouring property<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their main entry points are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cracks in walls or skirting boards;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>service ducts;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pipes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>windows and doors that aren\u2019t properly sealed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>communal areas of a building affected by infestation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In flats, cockroaches frequently move from one flat to another via ducts and service ducts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a60d848bd799bcdd611d6c375cb05c0a is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-57e9e8c5ed46d80e6d073f943bec45e6 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Cockroaches are mainly active at night. If you spot a cockroach in broad daylight, it is highly likely that the colony is already large and that the cockroaches are running out of hiding places.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should you squash a cockroach?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>No! Squashing a cockroach can make the infestation worse<\/strong> for several reasons: \ud83d\udc49 If you spot a cockroach, the most important thing is not to get rid of that individual, but to identify where the colony is hiding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread of bacteria and allergens<\/strong> contained in the insect\u2019s body and on its legs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpleasant odour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential dispersal of eggs<\/strong> in some female carriers. The eggs are resilient and can hatch even after the mother has died.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attraction of other cockroaches<\/strong>, drawn by the substances and odours left behind<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do before any treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before using a gel, trap or insecticide, <strong>you must first prepare your home so that the subsequent cockroach treatment is effective<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Clean to remove food sources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Focus primarily on the kitchen and areas where you eat:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>vacuum regularly to remove crumbs;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mop the floors;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>use a detergent or cleaning product on worktops;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>empty and clean bins frequently;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>do not leave dirty washing-up in the sink overnight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have finished cleaning, you can also use a <strong>disinfectant to eliminate odours <\/strong>that attract cockroaches.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nettoyage-placard.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21080 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nettoyage-placard.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nettoyage-placard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nettoyage-placard-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nettoyage-placard-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/evier.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25365 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/evier.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/evier-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/evier-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/evier-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Tackling damp<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be aware that just a few drops of water can be enough to sustain a colony of cockroaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To tackle damp:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>wipe down sinks, washbasins and worktops after use;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>repair water leaks promptly;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>check the seals around pipes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>empty plant saucers when water accumulates in them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Seal off entry points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use sealant or filler to seal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>cracks in the walls;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gaps under skirting boards;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pipe penetrations;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>holes around service ducts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most common hiding places are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>behind household appliances;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>under kitchen units;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>in false ceilings;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>in service ducts and conduits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 These are also the places where you should place gels, baits or traps during treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reboucher-fissures.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25370 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reboucher-fissures.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reboucher-fissures-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reboucher-fissures-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reboucher-fissures-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should you squash a cockroach?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-76d4f08a3a2984da28ecc91cb6e71545 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>No! Squashing a cockroach can make the infestation worse<\/strong> for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread of bacteria and allergens<\/strong> contained in the insect\u2019s body and on its legs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpleasant smell.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential dispersal of eggs<\/strong> in some female carriers. The eggs are resilient and can hatch even after the mother has died.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attraction of other cockroaches<\/strong>, drawn by the substances and odours left behind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 If you spot a cockroach, the most important thing isn\u2019t to get rid of that particular one, but to find out where the colony is hiding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparison of cockroach control products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Solution<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Effectiveness<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Prompt action<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Is the nest being treated?<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Anti-cockroach gel<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50 Average (a few days)<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes, thanks to the contamination of the colony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Cockroach bait<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50 Average <\/td><td>\u2705 Yes, to some extent, depending on the infestation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Sticky trap<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Fast<\/td><td>\u274c No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Anti-cockroach spray \/ insecticide<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50Immediate<\/td><td>\u274c No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Cockroach spray<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Fast<\/td><td>\u274c No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Anti-cockroach smoke bomb<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Rapide<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f Partially, but rarely across the whole colony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Diatomaceous earth<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50 Slow<\/td><td>\u274c No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Boric acid<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2b50 Slow<\/td><td>\u26a0\ufe0f May affect part of the colony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Professional pest control<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50Rapide<\/td><td>\u2705 Yes, the main aim of the treatment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which cockroach control products are really effective?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s time to start the treatment. Bear in mind that not all cockroach control products are equally effective. Some simply kill the visible insects, whilst others target the colony and the nest directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"497\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/anti-cafard.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25403 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/anti-cafard.png 497w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/anti-cafard-300x294.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 497px) 100vw, 497px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-cockroach gel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Anti-cockroach gel<\/strong> is considered one of the most effective treatments for cockroaches. It contains a food bait mixed with an insecticide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The advantage of the gel is that it does not kill the insect immediately<\/strong>. The infected cockroach will continue to move about the colony and infect other individuals through contact, via their droppings or after they die.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-43b4032ed8dff6b3eb364e8b083cbeee is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c565755922d8d0ed65a97fe1b2cc8884 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Good to know: This chain reaction allows the product to reach parts of the nest, which explains why gels are often more effective than conventional sprays.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the products most sought after by private individuals are <strong>Blantor gel<\/strong> and <strong>Goliath Cockroach<\/strong>. As with all anti-cockroach gels, their effectiveness depends primarily on applying them to the right areas and on the severity of the infestation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cockroach baits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Baits work on the same principle as gels: they attract cockroaches with a food source containing an insecticide. They come in the form of <strong>small boxes or ready-to-use stations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c9f1a681b1d8a1b431bdae3b06096e97 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-64674df4b5e57030c5ad5f93e04a1439 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Baits are useful for minor infestations or as a complement to another treatment.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25408 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cadavres-cafard.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25327 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/spray-anti-cafards.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insecticide sprays or cockroach spray cans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cockroach sprays such as <strong>Baygon Cockroach<\/strong> or <strong>Sniper Cockroach<\/strong> have the advantage of working quickly. <strong>If you aim correctly at the insect, it dies within a few minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The downside is that <strong>you are only treating a few visible individuals, not the colony<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1e93ab7e76dff6b281e9a0f03d54f973 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-736f2566ef5ee6cf3b5af8ac9f37f518 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>These products can be harmful to your health, so please make sure you ventilate your flat or house thoroughly after use.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-620209fe10696026e981a61976c27952 wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pest control professionals use products that are more effective than those available in shops.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cockroach fumigants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>cockroach fumigant<\/strong> releases an insecticide in the form of smoke or mist throughout the room. It <strong>reaches hard-to-access areas<\/strong> that cannot be treated manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, this type of product <strong>mainly affects insects exposed to it at the time of treatment<\/strong>. Eggs and some individuals well hidden in walls, ducts or pipes may survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fumigant is therefore often used as a shock treatment or in conjunction with an anti-cockroach gel, but it is rarely sufficient to eliminate an infestation on its own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-53172b5763d68bdbc941b6ed598bfa48 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-be79a66e77974584d994db13df3d6bff wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Please note: before using a smoke bomb, you must leave the property for the duration specified by the manufacturer and ensure that the rooms are well ventilated after treatment.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-fumigene.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25375 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-fumigene.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-fumigene-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-fumigene-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-fumigene-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cockroach traps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-tue.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25414 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-tue.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-tue-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-tue-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafard-tue-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Sticky traps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They have an adhesive surface that traps cockroaches when they walk over them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>They are mainly used to<\/strong> <strong>monitor the infestation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>confirm the presence of cockroaches;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assess the extent of the problem;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>identify the most frequently used pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be effective, they must be placed in strategic locations such as behind appliances, under furniture, along skirting boards and near pipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-52edbbd63558f7f020ff75a9cc2c15ae is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ab492ec6dc10595d2531edaf1327cca4 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>\ud83d\udc49 In short, they are effective detection tools, but they only weed out those who fall into the trap.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pest control professionals use products that are more effective than those available in shops.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Bait traps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bait traps contain a food substance that attracts cockroaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the bait has been eaten, the insect is poisoned and returns to its hiding place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The advantage is that <strong>the effect lasts for several weeks<\/strong>. They are often used in conjunction with an anti-cockroach gel or another treatment.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25420 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zoom-cafard.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25426 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cafards-morts.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Homemade traps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are plenty of tips online for making a <strong>homemade cockroach trap<\/strong> using a bottle, a jar, etc. These solutions may sometimes catch a few cockroaches, but <strong>they do nothing to tackle the source of the infestation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9acd8392e2bdd8c537b5d4e666989504 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6ee67a4c80cf53bc3772d788cbc3a5f2\">Are traps enough to get rid of cockroaches?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-79afa33833c98be0369e3172b1f2f7e5 wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, <strong>no<\/strong>. Traps can capture or poison individual cockroaches, but they rarely eliminate the entire colony or the nest, which may harbour dozens or even hundreds of cockroaches.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural treatments for cockroaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some \u201cold wives\u2019 remedies\u201d can be useful as a complement to a treatment or when the infestation is still limited. Be careful, however: <strong>once a colony is well established, these natural solutions are of limited use<\/strong> and will not eradicate the nest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boric acid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boric acid is a <strong>very fine white powder<\/strong> that resembles icing sugar or flour. It is used to create fine barriers that cockroaches walk through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a cockroach comes into contact with the powder or ingests it, it gradually affects its system until it causes death. Please note, however:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>it must be kept out of reach of children;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>it can be dangerous to pets;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>it must be handled with care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/acide-borique-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25382 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/acide-borique-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/acide-borique-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/acide-borique-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/acide-borique-1-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise--1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3704 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise--1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise--300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise--768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise--600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/La-terre-de-diatomee-un-super-anti-punaise-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diatomaceous earth powder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diatomaceous earth powder is a natural mineral powder often used to control a wide range of crawling insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9873fbbba5a52ce6c278c602840d2917 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f8467007f8add3d4b43c432e3a6164be wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>\ud83d\udc49 <strong><strong>It works mechanically: the microscopic particles damage the cockroach\u2019s protective layer, causing it to gradually dehydrate.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To use it, you usually just need to sprinkle it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>along the skirting boards;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>behind household appliances;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>under furniture;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>near high-traffic areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Its main advantage is that it contains no chemical insecticides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/en\/conseils\/diatomaceous-earth-against-bedbugs-how-to-use-it\/\">How to use diatomaceous earth against bed bugs?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">White vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">White vinegar is a versatile cleaning product. You can use it to scrub down surfaces, but be careful: <strong>it is not an insecticide<\/strong>. It cannot be used to kill a colony of cockroaches or remove a nest.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/vinaigre-blanc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20240 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/vinaigre-blanc.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/vinaigre-blanc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/vinaigre-blanc-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/vinaigre-blanc-600x401.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bicarbonate-soude.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20251 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bicarbonate-soude.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bicarbonate-soude-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bicarbonate-soude-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/bicarbonate-soude-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bicarbonate of soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bicarbonate of soda is often touted as a good natural remedy for cockroaches. Some recipes recommend mixing it with sugar to attract the insects. However, results vary widely and its effectiveness has not been proven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-de6687c057721768856d036dcbd97da7 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce5f11eaf4267fb7012a551b2367969b wp-block-paragraph\">Good to know: if you want to use a natural solution, diatomaceous earth or boric acid are generally much more effective than vinegar, bicarbonate of soda or bleach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bleach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is often said that you should use bleach to get rid of cockroaches. No, bleach is not a cockroach treatment. It simply helps to <strong>clean and disinfect surfaces<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is no substitute for cockroach gel, bait, or professional treatment in the event of an infestation.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/javel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25926 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/javel.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/javel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/javel-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/javel-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When should you call a cockroach exterminator?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the event of a severe infestation, over-the-counter treatments are no longer sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should call in a professional in the following situations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>you see numerous cockroaches every day;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the cockroaches keep returning despite several treatments;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the infestation affects several rooms in your home;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you live in a flat or block of flats where several properties are affected;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cockroaches are present in a commercial kitchen or restaurant;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you regularly find cockroaches in cupboards, behind appliances or near water sources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does a professional do?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A specialist company will first carry out a <strong>thorough inspection of the property to identify the species present<\/strong>, <strong>the areas of infestation and the main points of entry.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The professional will then implement a tailored pest control protocol:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>application of professional gels;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>placing of bait;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>targeted treatment of areas affected by infestation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>treatment of ducts, false ceilings or hard-to-reach areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some cases, several visits may be necessary to completely eliminate the colony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/en\/the-protocol-for-getting-rid-of-bed-bugs\/\">The complete protocol for bed bugs.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25387 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/professionnel-anti-cafard.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional cockroach pest control treatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Professional treatment<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Principle<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Effectiveness<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Who is it for?<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Insecticide gel<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Drops of gel are placed in areas where cockroaches pass through. The cockroaches consume the product and then spread it to the colony.<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very high<\/td><td>Households and businesses dealing with a minor to severe infestation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Liquid insecticide (spray)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>An insecticide is sprayed onto skirting boards, cracks, pipe penetrations and areas of infestation.<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Focused on visible individuals<\/td><td>Homes or premises where cockroaches are regularly seen. Often used in conjunction with another treatment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Fumigation \/ misting<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Dispersion of an insecticide in the form of smoke or microdroplets throughout the entire room.<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Medium to high<\/td><td>Severe infestations or hard-to-reach areas. Often used for intensive treatment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Heat treatment<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>A controlled increase in temperature to eliminate cockroaches at all stages of development.<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 High<\/td><td>Specific situations where one wishes to avoid chemical insecticides.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Gel and insecticide combination<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>A combination of an anti-cockroach gel and a targeted spray to treat both visible cockroaches and the colony.<\/td><td>\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 Very high<\/td><td>Severe infestations, recurring infestations or heavily infested properties.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you choose a pest control company?<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-anti-cafards.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-anti-cafards.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-anti-cafards-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-anti-cafards-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/traitement-anti-cafards-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, scams are common in the pest control industry. Some unscrupulous companies take advantage of the urgency and panic caused by a cockroach infestation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be particularly wary of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>extremely low quotes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>promises of guaranteed eradication in a single visit;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>companies that refuse to explain their procedures in detail;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>platforms that then subcontract the work to an unknown provider.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f648f923517b6ba6c664962dbc03c23f is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51f5f81307515c25207fdd37f56b4da4 wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Effective treatment often requires a combination of measures and, depending on the severity of the infestation, may need to be carried out on several occasions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before choosing a professional, check the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>whether they hold a <strong>Certibiocide certificate<\/strong>, which is mandatory for the use of certain professional biocidal products;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the clarity of the quote;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>any guarantees offered;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recent customer reviews;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the company\u2019s experience in cockroach pest control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 You can <a href=\"https:\/\/certibiocide.din.developpement-durable.gouv.fr\/verifCertificat\">check a professional\u2019s Certibiocide certificate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does cockroach pest control cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The price of pest control depends on several factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the size of the property;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the level of infestation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the number of rooms affected;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the type of treatment used (gel, fumigation or insecticide);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether or not multiple visits are required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a guide, prices typically range between:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Type of procedure<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Average price recorded in 2026<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Studio flat or small room<\/td><td>90 \u00e0 150 \u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>One-bedroom \/ two-bedroom flat<\/td><td>150 \u00e0 250 \u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Four- or five-bedroom flat<\/td><td>200 \u00e0 300 \u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Detached house<\/td><td>300 \u00e0 400 \u20ac and plus<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-border-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-color:#00927b;border-style:solid;border-width:2px;border-radius:20px;background-color:#00927b\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-456962b09a673e74ecca0db8823f91d1 is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-f342ef54 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f937071be167fc7b4348a38914f9c9d wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> Call-out charges are usually between \u20ac30 and \u20ac60. Always check whether this charge is included in the final price or billed separately.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can you stop cockroaches from coming back?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gros-cafard.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gros-cafard.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gros-cafard-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gros-cafard-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sereni-d.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gros-cafard-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some best practices to prevent a new cockroach infestation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean your home regularly, paying particular attention to crumbs and food scraps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispose of your rubbish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce damp by repairing water leaks and ensuring rooms such as the kitchen and bathroom are properly ventilated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seal any cracks, pipes and other entry points that could allow them to get into your home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If necessary, set a few monitoring traps in strategic locations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong>Where do cockroaches come from?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Cockroaches often enter a home through cracks, pipes, service ducts or poorly sealed doors and windows. In blocks of flats, they can also move from one flat to another via the building\u2019s communal areas.<br>They can also be unintentionally brought into the home on items such as second-hand furniture.<br><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong>What is the most effective product for getting rid of cockroaches?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Anti-cockroach gels are generally considered to be the most effective treatments, as they target part of the colony rather than just the visible insects.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong>Does bleach kill cockroaches?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">No. Bleach is a cleaning product that cleans and disinfects, but it does not eliminate a cockroach infestation.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>What is the weak spot of cockroaches?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Cockroaches need water, food and shelter to survive. Removing these resources helps to limit their numbers.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What is the worst enemy of cockroaches?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Treatments that target the colony directly, such as professional insecticide gels, are their main enemies. Natural predators play a limited role in homes.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why shouldn\u2019t you kill cockroaches in the house?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Squashing a cockroach doesn\u2019t solve the underlying problem. It can spread bacteria and eggs, cause odours, and does nothing to tackle the colony hiding in the property.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long does it take to get rid of an infestation?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">It all depends on the extent of the infestation. A minor infestation can be brought under control within a few weeks, whereas a major infestation may require several treatments.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Is it possible to have cockroaches in a clean house?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Yes, absolutely. Contrary to popular belief, cockroaches aren\u2019t only found in dirty homes.<br>Even a perfectly maintained house can become infested if cockroaches find a source of water, some food scraps and warm places to hide. Good hygiene reduces the risk, but it doesn\u2019t in itself guarantee that there won\u2019t be any cockroaches.<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faq-block-for-gutenberg-faq\" style=\"background:#f6f7f7\"><div class=\"question\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\"><h4 style=\"color:#000\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Is a single cockroach a sign of an infestation?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"answer\" style=\"background:none;color:#000\">Not necessarily. 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