Not seeing dead roaches during a roach treatment program doesn’t necessarily mean the bait is not working, as long as they are consuming the bait you should continue to replace the bait placements.
When treating for active roaches, it is best use a combination of products as one product (bait or spray) typically is not going to eliminate the population or will take much longer. Bait aversion or resistance can develop in roaches if the same bait attractant is offered for a long period of time which is why we suggest reviewing our Roach Control Kits that offer 3 options for rotating during roach treatments.
These Roach Control Kits offer a complete treatment program with the top professional grade products and enough product for roughly 2-3 months of treatments. Retreatments need to be done every 14 days until you are not longer seeing roaches. If after 90 days, you are still seeing roach activity; rotate to one of the other kits to offer a different roach bait with a different bait attractant.
Please view our Roach Control KIts and quick tutorial in our How to Apply a Roach Control Kit Video for more information as well as our Roach Treatment Guide.
The time it takes Advion Cockroach Gel Bait to work depends on the level of infestation so results will vary. It is recommended to replace bait placements after 14 days if roach activity is still present and continue to retreat every 14 days until roach activity has ceased. The IGR is an important part of a successful roach treatment plan to help stop the reproduction cycle and prevent juvenile stages from maturing to adults but does not have any killing properties to it.
If you are not currently using a residual insecticide like Advion WDG or Temprid FX to treat along baseboards, behind appliances, under and behind cabinets & sinks, around windows, doors and in corners, this is an effective way to eliminate roaches through contact as they cross treated areas. Residual insecticides are also the best way to prevent roaches, ants and other insects in the home.
** Do not spray on top of bait placements or place bait placements on top of where an insecticide is applied.
View our Roach Treatment Guide and Roach Control Kits for more information.
How long it takes to eliminate a roach infestation depends on how large the infestation is, how consistent and thorough you are being with treatments and what products you are using. There is not a set time; it can take but it can take weeks or months even to get complete control. Advion Roach Bait gel is typically not used alone but in combination with other products. We would recommend one of our roach control kits. You can see the kits by clicking on the link here. We also have a great article for eliminating them that can offer some great advice; you can find it here.
Advion Roach Bait Gel would not be the product that we would recommend for this particular pest issue. We would recommend Avert Dry Flowable Cockroach Bait. This formulation woould allow the product to work whether they eat it or just come in contact with the actual powder. When treating for any type of roaches we also recommend treating with an IGR like Gentrol, and an insecticide such as Temprid as well. Most roach infestations need more than one mode of action to get them under control.
Yes, it will not harm anything by applying the Advion Roach Bait Arenas and Advion Roach Bait Gel in different areas of the home.
We would recommend seeking help from your pediatrician if your child has ingested the Advion Raoch Bait Gel. Please let us know should you have any further questions or concerns.
Bait such as Advion Roach Bait Gel are best stored out of extreme heat to prevent the food ingredients from spoiling too quickly. You may lose some of the shelf life if the bait is kept close to high heat. In a temperate environment, we recommend using baits within one year of opening.
Yes, Advion Roach Bait Gel is labeled for Oriental Roaches. Please refer to the product label for application instructions.
If Advion Roach Bait Gel were to come in contact with any articles of clothing or shoes, they would need to be immediately washed with soap and water. Please follow the manufacturer's product label for handling and application of this product.
Using Bait Plate Stations would be the best way to apply Advion Roach Bait Gel in a car.
You want to apply the Advion Roach Bait Gel every 2 weeks (cleaning up previous bait placements). Give it some time depending on the level of activity and how long they have been present. Baiting will take more time to transfer through the population. We also suggest applying a perimeter residual spray and an insect growth regulator (IGR) in your treatment process along with non-chemical methods. Please take a few moments to review our article and videos on How to Get Rid of Roaches.
Yes, you are able to apply Advion Roach Bait Gel yourself without the assistance of a professional. You are able to purchase this product here on our website. The cost for one box that contains 4 x 30g syringes is $25.78.
Advion Roach Bait Gel should be used indoors if there is activity present inside. It can be used up against the structure in bait plate stations or in the garage area if there is activity. We do not recommend treating outside with the Advion Roach Bait Gel. We suggest reducing food and moisture/water sources from in and around the structure. An insecticide should be applied outdoors and to low interior crevices. Baits will attract the targeted pest. We would recommend that you look over our article on How To Get Rid of Roaches as well if you have a moment.
No, we do not recommend adding peanut butter or any other attractant to Advion Roach Bait Gel.
Advion Roach Bait Gel is only designed and labeled to be used for roaches.
Advion Roach Bait Gel is not labeled for spiders. It is only labeled to kill roaches.
You should only Advion Roach Bait Gel if you have a roach problem. If you do not have a problem, you should not place roach gel out as it is a food that will attract roaches: you do not want to attract a problem if you don't have one. Please remember you do not want to spray and bait in the same area. As a general rule, you should spray low and bait high. Also, take a look at our guide on How to Get Rid of Roaches.
If too much Advion Roach Bait Gel was applied, we recommend to take it up and start over. Be sure to review our Roach Guide for tips on bait application.
Yes, Advion Roach Bait Gel can be stored inside the house. The shelf life is up to 5 years from the date of purchase if unopened and stored at room temperature.