Where to Look for Cockroaches Around Your Home
Week of 2026-03-30
We're seeing more cockroach concerns in Tampa and New Port Richey over the past two weeks. For Tampa Bay homeowners this spring, the practical focus is food, moisture and shelter: the things that make a home attractive to roaches. Kitchens, bathrooms and utility spaces offer places to check, especially beneath sinks and around appliances where small gaps provide cover.
Look for live roaches, small dark droppings and egg cases in sheltered corners. A flashlight can help you inspect cabinet hinges, plumbing openings and the floor beside the refrigerator. Note where you find activity rather than assuming every sighting means the same thing; identifying the roach helps determine the next step.
Start with four manageable tasks: wipe up crumbs and grease before bedtime, store food in sealed containers, repair leaks and dry damp cabinet areas, and seal gaps around pipes or exterior doors. These steps reduce access to everyday resources without relying on a spray wherever a roach appears.
We're also seeing increased interest in help with termites, other wood-destroying insects and rodents. Keep those concerns separate from roach activity so each can receive the right inspection.
If sightings continue or you find droppings and egg cases repeatedly, Anti-Pesto Bug Killers can help identify the pest and recommend next steps. Explore our home pest control service at https://www.antipesto.com/home-pest-control to get started.
Simple Home Checks and Signs You Need Pest Help
Week of 2026-04-20
Start with the basics if you're noticing household pests this spring: remove accessible food, address moisture and check entry points. We're seeing more requests for general pest help across Tampa Bay, including Riverview, Clearwater and Dade City; general pest inquiries are up over the past two weeks. Food, water and shelter are useful starting points when checking where pests keep appearing around your home.
Look for repeated sightings in the same spot, activity around stored food or waste containers, and gaps beneath exterior doors. Note where and when you see pests, and take a clear photo if possible. A recurring pattern is more helpful for identification than assuming every small insect needs the same treatment.
For DIY prevention, wipe up crumbs and spills and keep food in closed containers. Empty household waste regularly and clean residue from bins. Repair dripping fixtures and dry damp areas beneath sinks. Check door sweeps and screens, repairing openings that provide access. These steps reduce access and attractants, but they don't replace identifying a persistent pest problem.
We're also seeing increased interest in help with ants, flies and fleas. If pests keep returning after cleanup, appear in several rooms or remain difficult to identify, it's time to call. Anti-Pesto Bug Killers can help you choose a practical next step through our home pest control service.
Where to look and what to do about household pests
Week of 2026-04-27
We're seeing more general household pest concerns across Tampa Bay, including Tampa, Clearwater and Riverview; general pest inquiries are up 218% over the past two weeks. For homeowners this spring, the practical focus is food, moisture and shelter—the everyday resources that draw pests around homes. Start with kitchens, bathrooms and exterior doors when checking where activity may be developing.
Look for repeated sightings in the same spot, insects near stored food, or activity along cabinet edges and door thresholds. Note where and when you see them, and take a clear photo if possible. General household pests aren't one species, so identifying what you're seeing is the first step toward choosing an appropriate response.
Seal open food packages and wipe up crumbs, including beneath small appliances. Repair dripping fixtures and dry damp areas beneath sinks. Check door sweeps and screens for gaps, and reduce clutter that makes inspection difficult. These simple steps also make it easier to notice whether activity continues.
We're also seeing increased interest in help with fleas, ants and wood-destroying insects. If sightings keep returning, the pest is unfamiliar, or you notice possible wood damage, it's time for a closer look. Anti-Pesto Bug Killers can help identify the issue and explain next steps through our home pest control service: https://www.antipesto.com/home-pest-control.
