What happens to a roach when you spray it?

• <div><p>When you spray a roach, the chemicals, usually a mix of neurotoxins like pyrethroids or pyrethrins, start affecting its nervous system almost immediately. It disrupts the roach’s nerve signals, causing paralysis and eventually death. You'll often see the roach twitch, flip over on its back, and stop moving within seconds to minutes.</p></div>

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Last update on January 18, 2026

Reviewed in January 2025
Pete is awesome. He remodeled a 105 yr old rail car into an air bnb on the Missouri River it turned out better than I imagined. Peter is very detail oriented and an excellent craftsman.
Pete's Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
They were awesome worked hard and completed job in a timely manner will use them again next summer for the remaining windows
Renewal by Andersen of Montana
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Reviewed in July 2024
Landon is a good choice for your carpenter needs.
LChubbs Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
The workers were very nice and explained what they were going to do. They were fast
Select Rain Gutters
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Reviewed in March 2023
did not finish the work did not do $2000 wiped of work, bought 2 or 3 for supplies.
JJH Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
As part of a complete bathroom remodel, the existing plumbing in my basement needed to be redone. Derek at 911 Plumbing did an outstanding job. Him and his crew showed up on time and worked very efficiently. Communication was excellent, we were kept in the loop throughout the project and Derek...
911 Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in April 2022
Repairman showed up when scheduled. Evaluated the problem, parts were ordered and within a few days the repair was completed. The repairman was friendly, explained what needed to be done, and completed the job quickly. I highly recommend this company.
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Reviewed in April 2021
A 2 1/2 day job with a full crew: windows, glass doors, and screens cleaning ("specific project" above did not allow this entry); professional, friendly, positive work attitude; meticulous in their work. We've already asked to be booked for next year.
Ninja Window Washing
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Reviewed in May 2016
friendly and very helpful in that he showed me how to run control box
Richard's Garden Center, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
Inspector arrived a few minutes late due to traffic, no problem for us. He conducted a thorough inspection, he found a couple things we were not aware of, (of course, we thought our home was problem free!). The ONLY negative thing I can say is that when he checked the temps of the refrigerator...
East Oahu Home Inspections
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Complete Pest Services Inc

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Complete Pest Services Inc

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Serving western Montana since 1981 "Dan the Bug Man and Friends" full service pest control General Pest Control; Bed Bug; Rodent Control; Ant Control; Spider Control

"Great, effective service. Very professional. Showed up on time and returned phone calls promptly. "

Laura R on January 2026

Serving western Montana since 1981 "Dan the Bug Man and Friends" full service pest control General Pest Control; Bed Bug; Rodent Control; Ant Control; Spider Control

"Great, effective service. Very professional. Showed up on time and returned phone calls promptly. "

Laura R on January 2026

Falls Pest Control

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Falls Pest Control

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Lakey Maintenance Service

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Lakey Maintenance Service

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Lakey Maintenance Service, LLC is a family-owned business offering honest, professional Property Preservation and Automotive maintenance and repair services in the Great Falls, Montana area since 2009. We at Lakey Maintenance Service, LLC specialize in property preservation and maintenance as well as honest and professional automotive repair. Our team provides cleanout services to turn any distressed property into a marketable and stable condition. We clean out both residential and commercial properties in addition to warehouse and storage facilities. It takes more than brawn to pick up, clean out and haul away debris for proper disposal. It takes a system and the ability to be flexible. You'll notice when our team members arrive at your site they will be courteous, uniformed team members who pride themselves on their professional skills and on-premises conduct. Working hard is what we are here to do and our goal is to provide professional results at an affordable rate. We work for anyone who needs the services we offer. Do you have a problem with break-ins at your vacant properties? Are you experiencing huge losses due to theft of fixtures, copper pipes, and anything else of value? Have a check engine light on? Need brakes replaced? Need an engine swap? Lakey Maintenance Service, LLC can help with all your Property & Automotive needs. If you would like to request a FREE Estimate, please visit our website: www.LakeyMaintenance.com or call (406) 213-8660

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

The most effective natural roach repellent is Borax with its key ingredient of boric acid and diatomaceous earth. But some homeowners may not feel like these are “natural” enough, especially since you can’t use Borax around curious pets or toddlers.

On the other hand, studies have shown that oregano oil mixtures have some of the best repellent effects, and other research indicates that catnip oil, peppermint oil, and citrus oils have notable effects on keeping roaches away. Rosemary oil has been shown to be the most effective natural oil for killing cockroaches outright.

Some stores sell smoke bombs to drive animals out of spaces, but we don’t recommend you use them, especially in an attic. The smoke can be toxic to humans or pets that may accidentally inhale it. Meanwhile, critters can easily escape the smoke by temporarily leaving the attic, only to return via their usual entry points after the smoke clears.

There is often confusion between fleas versus ticks, bedbugs, carpet beetles, lice, fungus gnats, and flea beetles. Learning how to identify and differentiate between these insects is key for effective treatment. If you are unsure, it's always best to consult with a pest control professional who can properly identify the pest and provide the best treatment options.

Fake owls are a common goose deterrent decoy and one of the most humane ways to scare away geese. Unfortunately, some geese are wise to fake predators. Decoys can be more effective if you move them around frequently or purchase ones with motion features. Decoys that move in the wind are also more effective than stationary decoys.

When you spray a roach, the chemicals, usually a mix of neurotoxins like pyrethroids or pyrethrins, start affecting its nervous system almost immediately. It disrupts the roach’s nerve signals, causing paralysis and eventually death. You'll often see the roach twitch, flip over on its back, and stop moving within seconds to minutes.

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