There are over 200 species of cockroaches in the United States, but only a handful of them are considered pests. When found in the home, however, they're a menace, harboring bacterias like salmonella, ...

Cockroaches can be a year-round problem in parts of the southern and western United States, including Texas. Cockroaches are often driven indoors due to cooler weather during the fall and winter ...

Close-up of an upside-down cockroach on a hardwood floor - Akaradech Pramoonsin/Getty Images If you've been seeing any in your home, you're probably ready to get rid of cockroaches forever.

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...