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Old 07-14-2023, 08:29 PM
 
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An ebony-hued (a blend of deep brown and black) arthropod, measuring approximately one inch in length, languidly traverses the confines of the household. How might I efficiently exterminate these pests? Occupying a recently established abode, it appears that there are three to four specimens present within each chamber. (Presently, I have positioned adhesive sheets, reminiscent of diminutive dwellings, imbued with a viscid concoction in various locations, yet their reappearance persists. Albeit lacking the intent to entice them, these creatures inadvertently adhere to the traps upon traversing their vicinity.) Which liquid substance could be suitably dispersed around the premises? Alternatively, should an insecticidal spray be employed within the interior?

Please advise me on the most optimal and efficacious methodology for averting the infiltration of these insects into my dwelling, around Atlanta, GA.
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Old 07-14-2023, 08:54 PM
 
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Well aimed tobacco spit?

After all, tomorrow is another day.
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Old 07-14-2023, 10:02 PM
 
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Well aimed tobacco spit?

After all, tomorrow is another day.
I understand tomorrow is a new day but I don't want a new day with these bugs.
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Old 07-15-2023, 08:01 AM
 
Location: southwestern PA
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When you want rid of pests, you call an exterminator.
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Old 07-15-2023, 04:09 PM
 
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A picture would help!
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Old 07-15-2023, 04:28 PM
 
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A roach by any other name is still a roach!
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Old 07-15-2023, 04:48 PM
 
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Commercially available insecticide sprays (not aerosols) can be sprayed along the edges of each room, usually where the wall meets the floor.

This will affect insects that walk there, but will not affect spiders or other arthropods since their body chemistry is different.

So it depends what you actually have invading the space.
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Old 07-15-2023, 06:13 PM
 
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An ebony-hued (a blend of deep brown and black) arthropod, measuring approximately one inch in length, languidly traverses the confines of the household. How might I efficiently exterminate these pests? Occupying a recently established abode, it appears that there are three to four specimens present within each chamber. (Presently, I have positioned adhesive sheets, reminiscent of diminutive dwellings, imbued with a viscid concoction in various locations, yet their reappearance persists. Albeit lacking the intent to entice them, these creatures inadvertently adhere to the traps upon traversing their vicinity.) Which liquid substance could be suitably dispersed around the premises? Alternatively, should an insecticidal spray be employed within the interior?

Please advise me on the most optimal and efficacious methodology for averting the infiltration of these insects into my dwelling, around Atlanta, GA.
Upon re-reading...
Spoiler

Bud lite?
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Old 07-15-2023, 10:52 PM
 
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try lavender

lavender is an effective bug repellant.

other plants that bugs don't like, see article
basil, thyme, mint, lemongrass, allium
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Old 07-15-2023, 10:58 PM
 
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and this, how to make an herbal bug spray.
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