Looking For Roommates? How About 100 Roaches Willing To Pay $2,500?

I don’t know about you, but cockroaches creep me out in a big way! There is absolutely no way I would ever participate in this study. However, if roaches don’t really bother you, then invite 100 of them into your home. A company is offering to pay one homeowner big bucks to allow them to test a new pest control technique.

At this point, a North Carolina based extermination company is searching for someone who isn’t grossed out by roaches. In fact, they’re willing to pay one homeowner $2,500 to participate in this study. However, you’ll have to live in your own home with your new roommates. Moreover, it’s not just a few roaches. This company will release 100 American cockroaches into your residence. Gross!

Furthermore, you’ll have to pal around with all these roaches for 30 days while NC Pest Control Experts test this new pest control technique. Not to mention, you cannot use any other pest control methods while this study takes place. That’s right, you can’t roll up a magazine and swat any of them. You can’t grab a shoe and smack one. Additionally, you cannot use your favorite bug spray on those creepy-crawlies either. I don’t think I could hold out for 30 minutes let alone 30 days!

Of course, you must be 21 or older to participate. Furthermore, you must be the homeowner, or get permission in writing from the homeowner to do this. So, what happens if this new technique is unsuccessful? Great question. Owner David Floyd and his company “will use traditional cockroach treatment options at no cost to you.” That’s according to ThePestInformer.com website.

Another key point is that this new pest control technique is safe for your pets and family. To learn more about David Floyd and NC Pest Control Experts, click here. In addition, if you’d like your household to be the one chosen to participate in this study, you can apply by clicking here. If your chosen, I sure hope you’re not one of my neighbors!

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It's getting warmer in Nevada, which means you can expect a few critters to make an unwelcomed appearance.

This week, Nevada will experience warmer temperatures in high 80s. The desert heat is perfect for certain insects to thrive in. Certain insects like beetles, cockroaches, silverfish and more multiply quickly in the desert.

Insects thrive in temperatures 75 degrees and above, so the rising temperatures mean that more insects will come out. According to Channel 8, once insects, like beetles and cockroaches, come out then scorpions and spiders will start to make an appearance as well. This is because the food source for arachnids are insects like cockroaches, crane flies, gnat flies, etc.

There are a few ways to ensure that insects don't see your house as their own. According to Dr. Death Pest Control, a local pest control company based in Henderson and Boulder City, they advise to clean your kitchen, disinfect your drains and ensure your food is stored properly. Although simple, these steps can help you avoid a gnat, cockroach, beetle or other bugs in Nevada from infesting your place.

One of the coolest and "natural" insecticides that we found when it comes to fighting off pests is Diatomaceous Earth. This is a powder-like substance that you can find at home improvement stores like Lowe's, Home Depot or online like Amazon. It's made out of fossilized remains of small, aquatic organisms called diatoms, and it's a great tool to fight against bugs in Nevada.

According to the Natural Pesticide Information Center, Diatomaceous Earth products can be used against bed bugs, cockroaches, crickets, fleas, ticks, spiders and many other pests. Diatomaceous Earth destroys the exoskeleton of insects because the particles act like tiny razor blades that cut the insect's insides. However, you need to be careful with this product because the particles can be dangerous to breathe in.

Another way to get rid of insects is to spray essential oils like clove, nutmeg, cinnamon, basil, oregano,  mint, and thyme. These oils have been found to have "a range of effects on insect eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults," according to Entomology Today.

Also, a mixture of boric acid and sugar has been found to be a natural insecticide, too. These are ingredients that can be purchased from most grocery stores, and it's not as harsh as Raid or other well-known insecticides.

Overall, the Nevada desert is filled with "take-your-breathe-away" creatures. Fortifying your home with an essential oil sealant across corners, under doors and in tight spaces could help battle against insects. Ensuring you don't give insects the opportunity to live in your home in the first place will help battle the creepy crawly creatures of the desert from taking over.

If you're interested in learning about some of the critters that call Nevada home then scroll down below!

Extremely venomous and packs a painful bite, the Mojave Green is a snake that you don't want to mess with. You can find this snake across the high desert or low valley areas of the Mojave. There are a few at Red Rock Canyon, but the sighting for this snake have been pretty low. If you do ever encounter this snake then be sure to stay away at least 10 feet from the snake.

In Las Vegas, there are four main species of roaches: German, Oriental, American and Australian. They're all equally as disgusting, and they thrive in the desert climate. These bugs carry pathogens and multiply quickly. However, roaches are hard to kill with natural DIY methods. So, if you have a problem at your house then it's probably best to call a professional exterminator. 

This is a spider that should strike a little fear in your heart if you see it hanging in your home. Although it's poisonous, these spiders rarely bite if unprovoked.

These little gross bugs are usually found throughout buildings that uses cardboard boxes or has a great deal of moisture. These translucent-like bugs enjoy dark, damp environments. If you see one then that usually means there are hundreds. These bugs don't have as much of a chance to spread pathogens or germs like roaches. They do, however, have the ability to chew tiny holes through clothes, upholstery, etc. And they can trigger allergies among people.

When you think of desert insects, you need to think about scorpions. Due to this arachnid feeding off of insects like roaches, ants, etc. Our homes in Nevada have become perfect places where a scorpion can lie low in while waiting for its next meal. They like to hide in dark damp places like shoes. So, be sure to check your shoes if you store them in the closet or outside. They're pretty docile creatures as long as you don't provoke them.

A truly remarkable specimen, these long horn beetles are found throughout the deserts in Nevada, California and Mexico. They don't fly, and they feed on cacti.

This beautiful moth is hauntingly beautiful. The larvae feed on horsebrush, Fremont’s Dalea, and desert almond plants. While the adults don't feed at all. These insects are not known to cause any property damage or other types of nuances. 

Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.

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