For cockroaches, store food in sealed containers, clean crumbs and grease, repair leaks, and close gaps around pipes and cabinets. Approved bait stations can be more effective when used exactly as directed and kept away from children and animals.
For rats, remove accessible food and water, seal entry points, and use enclosed traps placed in protected areas. Avoid loose poison mixtures because they can be eaten accidentally or harm other animals through secondary poisoning.
Strong infestations are best handled by a licensed pest-control professional. Prevention, secure traps, and properly labeled products are safer and more dependable than homemade rice-based remedies.
