Cockroach sticky traps come in many shapes and sizes and are used in a variety of ways. Here are some pros and cons of using these glue stick traps to kill roaches in your home or business.
Advantages of cockroach glue traps
Some of these roach traps are shaped like the old “roach motels” that trapped roaches inside a rectangular trap. The inside of the trap was covered with the adhesive, which kept the roaches trapped and out of sight. Using this type of trap is a great advantage for people who don’t want to see cockroaches. You never have to look at dead bugs and you don’t have to touch them when using this type of trap.
There are roach traps that are baited with roach pheromones to attract the insects to the adhesive. This can help you identify the exact type of bugs you want to get rid of without having to buy roach spray. If you have a few different types of bugs around the house, you can use the traps that have a general adhesive to catch anything that crawls. Both types can be an advantage when killing cockroaches.
Cons of Cockroach Glue Traps
If you have small children in the house, it is better not to use cockroach glue traps. Little fingers can get stuck in the adhesive and should be removed from the traps. This can be painful if the adhesive is particularly strong. It can also scare a young child who doesn’t understand what traps are and why those fingers are stuck.
Some people report that using glue traps is not as effective as using bait. The traps are also larger than roach bait discs, which can make them unsightly in your home. Some people choose not to use them because they are embarrassed to see them.