Cockroaches are nocturnal animals that pose a serious threat to our homes and health. They can survive on anything and everything, even on dead skin cells. They trigger diseases like asthma, dysentery, hepatitis, etc.....more   Cockroaches cause many harmful diseases. The only solution is to get rid of them as soon as you spot them.             How do you know if your home is infested with cockroaches?   Inspect the entire kitchen area - under the sink, refrigerator, stove, microwave oven and bathroom cabinets for likely high activity and harborage areas. At night observe the kitchen, turn on the lights and inspect for any cockroach activity. Observe where they scurry. Look for cockroaches, alive or dead, their faeces and egg sacs.     How to control Cockroaches   Kitchens should be kept absolutely clean as cockroaches thrive in warm places. Dispose off empty cartons and carry bags. Refrigerators should be cleaned regularly to avoid infestation. Storage areas should be cleaned as they also attack books.   Click on these links for more information. These links will take you outside the site: Cockroach borne diseases Cockroaches - more information