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roach motel

A Roach Motel is a commercially branded pest control device designed to attract and trap cockroaches. Operating on the principle of bait-and-kill, this device uses a pheromone or food-based attractant to lure roaches into a small, enclosed structure where they become stuck to a sticky adhesive and eventually die. The effectiveness of a Roach Motel lies in its ability to contain and conceal dead insects within the unit, making it a hygienic option for residential and commercial use. It is especially beneficial in environments where the use of chemical sprays and powders is undesirable or unsafe. Roach Motels are part of an integrated pest management strategy aiming to reduce roach populations without spreading toxins in living spaces.