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title: "How to Get Rid of Cockroaches — Full Guide"
description: "How to get rid of cockroaches: find the nest, use the right gel baiting, and keep the kitchen clean so they don't return."
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# How to Get Rid of Cockroaches — Full Guide

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# How to Get Rid of Cockroaches Down to the Nest

Cockroaches carry bacteria and trigger allergies. Learn how to eliminate cockroaches down to the nest and stop them reappearing in kitchens and bathrooms.

By the ETOS Technical Team Updated June 13, 2026

## Find where cockroaches hide

Cockroaches hide in warm, humid, dark spots: behind the fridge, under sinks, in cabinet gaps, and in drains. Mapping the harbourage is key so treatment targets the population, not just the roaches you see.

## Use gel baiting, not just sprays

Sprays only kill roaches they directly hit. Gel baiting is far more effective because roaches carry the bait back to the nest and infect the colony. Place gel at active points and avoid spraying nearby so they keep feeding on it.

## Stay clean and reduce humidity

Clean up crumbs, dry sinks at night, cover drains, and store food tightly. Cockroaches need water and food; removing both makes it hard for the population to survive.

## Frequently asked questions

Why are there more cockroaches after spraying?

Sprays scatter roaches from the nest without killing the colony. Gel baiting targets the whole population, so it is more thorough.

## Related Solutions

- [ETOS Crawling Insect Solution](https://etos.id/en/solution/services/crawling-insect-solution/)

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