When temperatures in Alberta plunge well below freezing, most people assume cockroach pests can’t survive. After all, cockroaches thrive in warm, humid environments, so surely winter wipes them out, right?
Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Cockroaches survive Alberta’s harsh winters by staying indoors, creating a hidden problem for homeowners and businesses.
Why Cockroaches Don’t Die in Alberta Winters
Cockroaches are cold-blooded insects, which means they rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature. In outdoor conditions where temperatures drop below zero, cockroach pests cannot survive for long. Instead, they stay in warm, sheltered environments, like your home or business.
Indoors: A Cockroach’s Winter Paradise
Cockroaches flourish indoors and reproduce year-round, making winter infestations just as serious as those in summer.
Modern buildings provide the perfect refuge:
- Consistent warmth: Heated indoor spaces mimic the tropical conditions cockroaches prefer.
- Access to food and water: Kitchens, bathrooms, food, and garbage offer everything they need to thrive.
- Common hidden nesting spots: Safe havens include the hidden spaces inside appliances and electronics, behind refrigerators and stoves, behind cabinetry, under sinks and near pipes, behind baseboards, in cardboard boxes, and in wall voids.
If you’ve ever wondered why cockroaches seem to appear out of nowhere in winter, it’s because they’ve been hiding in these warm places all along.
What Homeowners and Businesses Should Do Each Season
Here’s how to stay ahead of infestations in Alberta’s unique climate:
Year-Round Tip: Set up cockroach traps and check them. If you see one cockroach, call Poulin’s Pest Control immediately. Do-it-yourself methods can miss important areas, and professional help is the best way to protect your property, properly.
Take Action Today
Dealing with a cockroach infestation in your home or business in Alberta? We are here for you. Poulin’s Pest Control has been protecting Alberta properties for decades with proven solutions that work year-round. Contact us today for a consultation and keep your place pest-free this winter and beyond.