Cockroaches can be a real problem when they live in the kitchen at home. These insects not only cause a feeling of disgust - they also carry a lot of dangerous infections. That is why cockroaches should declare a real war, during which a variety of Raid tools will help. They are presented in the form of sprays, gels and special baits, which will allow you to choose the best option.
Active substances and mechanism of action
The popular remedy contains three active substances that work in a complex manner. These are cypermethrin, pralletrin, imiprotrin, the last component belongs to the newest substances and has become used not so long ago, but in a short period of time it has become quite in demand due to its effective action. It is used in the fight against many pests.
Active substances are aimed at damaging the nervous system of the parasite. When an insecticide comes in contact with an insect, the chemicals attack the protein compounds, significantly slowing down synthesis. Further, the nervous and autonomic systems are affected, paralysis occurs and then death.
The agent can enter the insect's body in two ways. The first is direct contact. If the bug comes into contact with a chemical, the agent adheres to the chitinous cover, after which it is absorbed into the body. The second is the respiratory tract. In this case, the insect inhales an aerosol that settles on the mucous membrane, chemicals enter the body. The second option significantly speeds up the time of exposure to the poison.
It should be said that the insecticide is capable of completely exterminating the larvae, but, unfortunately, it is absolutely safe for eggs. Therefore, after 2 weeks, it is necessary to repeat the treatment of the room in order to destroy the young individuals.
Instructions for use
Raid is an effective remedy against cockroaches and other insects. It has a paralyzing and viral effect on insects. When the main components enter the body of bedbugs, their nervous system is completely destroyed. Contacting other individuals, the poisonous substance spreads. As a result, the population that has penetrated into residential or non-residential premises completely dies.
The duration of action of the substances included in the bait reaches 14-15 days. This result was achieved due to the correct selection of toxic chemicals, determination of proportions.
Forms of issue
If you want to use this remedy at home on your own, without the help of specialists, then it would be right to purchase an aerosol. A large enough container that has a spray bottle. With the help of a sprayer, you can treat a large area with a minimum of effort, in addition, you can treat hard-to-reach areas. After spraying the product, it will last for at least two weeks.
There are also all kinds of traps and gels on sale, but they are completely unsuitable for fighting bedbugs, since they are not effective against these pests. They are popular against ants, cockroaches, and according to consumer reviews, they show good results.
Why choose Reid cockroach aerosol?
The composition of this agent contains potent substances, thanks to which the drug "Raid" is effective against cockroaches and has a triple effect on insects:
- As mentioned above, this substance protects the apartment from cockroaches for six months.
- With this tool, you can quickly destroy the parasites.
- Raid fights cockroach larvae.
- A container of this substance is inexpensive.
The disadvantages of the substance include its toxicity, therefore, the treatment of the room with this drug should be carried out wearing a protective mask or respirator. Having processed the apartment, we leave it for a few hours.
“Important: in inexpensive aerosols, kerosene plays the role of a solvent. Among the disadvantages of this substance is the fact that it leaves greasy stains. So, before using the aerosol, we study its composition. "
The new raid from cockroaches is able to fight not only crawling, but also flying insects
How to use the aerosol correctly
Like most bed bug remedies, raid is a toxic substance, which means that you need to use it with the utmost care. When processing the premises, it is necessary to observe safety measures.
In order for the substance to bring the maximum effect and not harm your health, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- During the procedure, it is necessary to close the windows to avoid any draft. In addition, the treatment should be carried out with the doors of the rooms closed, so that there is no active air circulation during aerosol spraying.
- The can should be kept at a distance of 20-30 centimeters from the surface to be treated. This distance will distribute the substance evenly over the surface and maintain the correct concentration of chemicals.
- It is necessary to process the places where, in your opinion, their nests are located. It is quite simple to determine such places, where they are accumulated, you will see traces in the form of small dots, in addition, often there will be a chitinous membrane there.
- Pay attention to places such as baseboards around the perimeter of the room, back walls of furniture, radiators, window sills.
- When the procedure is over, you must leave the house for about 20 minutes, but at the same time leave the windows and doors closed.
- Returning home, you need to ventilate the room well.
Security measures
- Be sure to use protective equipment. When working with the spray, gloves, a respirator and goggles must be worn. Remember that these are chemicals and you need to protect yourself.
- There should be no other people in the room where the treatment is carried out.
- Animals should not be in the room during the procedure, they are also susceptible to chemicals.
- After the procedure, you need to change clothes, take a shower, wash clothes.
Avoid inhaling the substance as this may cause toxicity.
What you need to know about cockroach raid traps?
Raid cockroach traps are many times more expensive than aerosols. But they do not have such disadvantages of their counterparts produced in aerosols, such as toxicity and low efficiency. These products come in plastic boxes that have four cockroach entrances. The trap contains the bait contained within it, usually a poisonous substance. Having poisoned, after half an hour the insects die, while they manage to infect their fellows. They do not die, but they can no longer move, and only after a while the rest of the cockroaches die from dehydration.
To kill parasites, traps should be set up in the main pest habitats. Velcro on the back helps to fix the box on any surface. Reid cockroach remedy gives full results in about two weeks.
Features of Raid Cockroach Traps:
- High price.
- Safety for people.
- Ease of use.
The disadvantages of this tool for treating a room from cockroaches can only be attributed to its high price.
Feedback:
I came across these insects relatively recently.In the summer, cockroaches appeared in the closet. I don’t know how they came about. The bottom line is that I bought Raid from parasites, treated the room with it, then aired the dwelling. As a result, the smell was terrible, and the remedy did not help.
Tatiana, Rivne
For sale Raid from cockroaches and in the form of bait
Proper preparation of the premises
If we talk about the mandatory stages that must be present during disinsection, then one of them is the preparation of the premises. The effectiveness of the entire procedure will depend on how correctly the room will be prepared.
- Dry cleaning should be done first. All cobwebs and dust should be removed, and hard-to-reach places should be checked. Then we carry out wet cleaning. This is done so that the substance adheres well to the surface and does not mix with dust.
- Be sure to hide food, they must be in hermetically sealed containers. It is also necessary to hide all the dishes and kitchen utensils.
- The furniture should be moved away so that the skirting boards and walls can be easily processed.
- Remove bedding, bedspreads, tulle, curtains and all washable textiles. After washing, be sure to iron in order to be exposed to high temperatures.
- See all things in closets, bedbugs often lay eggs between folded clothes. If found, things should be handled.
Drops
Drops Inspector
Inspector is flea and tick drops. Transparent drops for external use. The active ingredients are fipronil and moxidectin. System action inspector. The agent must be applied to the withers (1-2 drops) so that the pet cannot lick this drug. The inspector is non-toxic to animals and does not cause irritation. Inspector drops are easy to use, they are sold in pipette ampoules, with a prepared dose.
Advantage drops
Drops from fleas Advantage have a slight specific odor and a yellowish color. The liquid is packaged in pipette capsules. The active substance of the Advantage preparation - imidacloprid has a contact-intestinal action. One package of the product contains 4 ampoules of 0.8 ml. Advantage should be applied to the withers of the animal so that it cannot lick it off.
Barrier
Flea Barrier - These are flea drops for external use. The agent must be applied to the withers of the pet in 1-2 drops. The barrier has no pronounced odor and is colorless. He has a contact-intestinal action. The active ingredient fipronil protects the animal from fleas for a long time.
Lawyer
Drops Advocate is an effective medicine for fleas. The product does not have a pungent odor, it is placed in pipette capsules, with which it is convenient to apply the drug to the withers of the animal. Flea remedy Advocate is also used for prevention. The active ingredients are imidocloprid and moxidectin. The drug is not toxic, but it is recommended to wash your hands after the operation.
Drops Bars
Leopard from fleas - drops on the withers from fleas. Leopard against fleas is easy to use, it must be applied to the withers or between the shoulder blades of the animal. Flea remedy Bars is used for the prevention and treatment of parasites in cats and dogs. Flea drops Bars contain the active ingredient fipronil, which destroys the parasite's nervous system. Drops Bars from fleas are suitable for adult pets, puppies and kittens, and are also harmless during pregnancy.
Stronghold
Drops from fleas and worms Stronghold contains an active active ingredient - selamectin, which destroys all parasites of domestic animals. Drops are contained in pipette ampoules. One package contains 3 ampoules. Stronghold flea drops should be applied to the withers of the animal. The drug is well absorbed into the skin and the destruction of fleas occurs rather quickly. The action of Stronghold is of the contact-intestinal type. It is also capable of repelling external parasites of pets, such as fleas.
Advantix
Drops for external use. The active substances are midacloprid and permethrin. Advantik has a systematic and contact effect on fleas and other parasites. The drug must be applied to the withers of the animal in order to avoid getting the drug into the body.
Pros and cons of "Raid"
Of course, like any other tool, the raid has its advantages and disadvantages. To summarize and draw the right conclusions, consider all the positive and negative aspects.
Benefits:
- Can be used in a domestic environment without the help of specialists.
- Effective enough. Much depends on the correct treatment of the premises and on the number of parasites. With a large accumulation, you can increase the dosage (concentration on the area).
- Free sale.
- Low cost.
Disadvantages:
- Toxicity. Unfortunately, the spray is not safe. If used improperly, you can get intoxication. In addition, if there are small children and animals in the house, then the processing should be carried out as carefully as possible.
- Bad smell. The "aroma" that the aerosol possesses will stay indoors for 2 weeks and this brings discomfort. Not recommended for use in rooms where allergy sufferers and asthmatics live, may cause seizures.
- The need for reuse. Since the clutches of eggs remain intact, it will be necessary to repeat the procedure after 2 weeks in order to get rid of new bugs.
- A wide range of actions. In this case, this item is a disadvantage, since the drug is not narrow-profile and its effectiveness in comparison with other products of the same range is significantly reduced.
Special baits: how they will help in the fight against insects
The cost of the Reid traps is significantly higher in comparison with the aerosols of this brand. However, such a tool is devoid of any drawbacks, which justifies its price. It is produced in the form of plastic boxes with four entrances, into which cockroaches can crawl.
Inside the trap, there is a special bait with a poisonous substance, which begins to act on the insect within half an hour. During this time, the poisoned individual will be able to infect other insects. You can count on the complete elimination of parasites 2 weeks after the installation of traps.
Such insect killers have the following advantages:
- High efficiency.
- A simple way to use it - just install the bait in the places of the greatest parasites.
- The baits are safe for pets and children.
It is easy to find positive feedback on such baits.
The first time I encountered these disgusting insects was this summer. I have no idea how they got to my kitchen, but I could not allow them to multiply and run my house. On the advice of a friend, I acquired special traps from Raid. The effect, of course, was not instantaneous, but after 1.5 weeks not a single cockroach got into my eyes.
Summing up
If we talk about the advisability of buying such a spray, then several factors should be taken into account. First, how justified is the use of toxic substances in the room, especially if small children and animals live there. Three times how badly the room is infected. If there are a large number of bedbugs in the room, then self-pest control (regardless of which agent is used) is ineffective in most cases. Third, do you have the time, energy and extra financial resources to conduct experiments and hope for a result. It may be correct to immediately contact specialized services.
In terms of efficiency, the raid is really effective against bedbugs, but you need to follow all the rules for use. Be sure to follow the safety precautions.
Side effects and poisoning
If dizziness, nausea, headache, weakness or other symptoms appear while working with Reid, you must immediately stop the procedure, go out into the fresh air, wash with soap, and rinse your mouth with water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
In animals, poisoning manifests itself in the form of profuse salivation, tremors of the limbs, weakness, it is necessary to consult a veterinarian.
Procedure for processing
When using Reid in a residential area, you should strictly follow the rules noted in the spray instructions:
- initially, the bottle with the product must be shaken thoroughly;
- remove all objects from the surface before processing;
- the drug should be sprayed at a distance of no more than 30 cm, the surface should become a little wet, for this, a few seconds will be enough;
- after applying the aerosol, you need to leave the room, open the windows and ventilate it for about half an hour;
- when there are pets, they also need to be removed to avoid poisoning the animal;
- to prevent a repeated invasion of parasites, it is recommended to spray window and doorways with a spray (this will prevent insects from entering the apartment from the outside);
- it is also important to treat the bedding of dogs and cats from fleas, carpets - these things become an excellent place for insects to live.
Before the procedure, you need to remove the aquarium and the cage with the parrot from the room, since a raid against fleas can lead to a violation of their health. The fight against parasites should be comprehensive; it is worth treating the pet's coat with special means.
After disinfection of the premises, traces often remain on the floor and furniture. To do this, you need to prepare a soapy solution: put 1 tbsp for 1 liter of water. l. soda, wash the surfaces with it.
Precautions at the time of use
When using a flea raid in a house or apartment, you need to adhere to certain safety measures, since the product is toxic:
- the composition easily ignites - it is impossible to carry out the treatment next to a fire, a lit cigarette;
- it is dangerous to spray the aerosol into the air - irritation of the mucous membrane or poisoning of the body is possible;
- the bottle is under pressure - it is dangerous to pierce or open;
- do not splash the drug on dishes, children's accessories, food;
- it is forbidden to inhale the substance - the spray is toxic;
- keep out of the reach of children.
Processing should be carried out in an enclosed space. Before the procedure, be sure to wear rubber gloves and a gauze bandage. The substance does not pose a danger to humans, but precautions must be taken. The smallest particles of Reid are able to penetrate the respiratory tract, which will cause allergies. It is also advisable to wear glasses so that the product does not penetrate the mucous eyes. In case of contact, wash thoroughly with water. Therefore, it is important to read the instructions for use before use.
