PREVALENCE1 In 5 American children have severe sensitivity to

cockroach allergens.

1 out of 5 Americans su�er from asthma and allergies or

approximately 60 million people.

That number increases to 78% - 98% of homes in urban areas.

of American homes contain allergens from the saliva, droppings and

decomposing bodies of cockroaches.

of American homes contain allergens from mice droppings.

PROBLEM

PREVENTIONPracticing good sanitation is key to eliminating indoor

allergens. Other simple household chores include:

82% 63%

A female cockroach and her o�spring could produce as many as

new cockroaches in one year.

COLD WEATHER FORCES PESTS INDOORS IN SEARCH OF FOOD AND SHELTER.

ONCE INSIDE THEY CAN BREED QUICKLY!

WHEN ONE COCKROACH IS SEEN IN THE HOME, IT IS SAFE TO ASSUME THAT AT

LEAST 800 ROACHES ARE PRESENT.

STORE FOOD IN SEALED CONTAINERS

SEAL CRACKS IN WALLS

PROPERLY VENTILATE

SCREEN VENTS

PARTNER WITH A PEST PROFESSIONAL

CLEAN THE KITCHEN

VACUUM FREQUENTLY

BANISH DUST

LAUNDER LINENS

TAKE OUT THE TRASH

DO YOU SUFFER FROM

ASTHMA OR ALLERGIES?COMMON HOUSEHOLD PESTS COULD BE TO BLAME

When most people think of asthma and allergy triggers, they likely think of pollen, dust, mold and pet dander.

However, common household pests like cockroaches and mice can also pose a threat to asthma and allergy su�erers.

Sources:National Pest Management Association, PestWorld.orgAsthma and Allergy Foundation of America The National Institute of Environmental Health ServicesIPM Education and Publications, University of California Statewide IPM Program

DUST PET DANDERPOLLEN MOLD

Mice can �t through an opening the size of a dime.

Cockroaches can �t through a hole as small as 3/16 of an inch in width.

Allergens