Advion Cockroach Gel Bait is labeled for various roaches species including American Cockroaches (aka waterbugs). Please take a few moments to review our treatment article and videos on How to Get Rid of Roaches for more helpful information.
It is recommended to allow the bait to do its job. If the roaches are killed they cannot transfer the Advion Cockroach Gel Bait.
When Advion Roach Bait Gel is runny, this usually indicates that it was stored in an area where it got too hot. If you were using it soon after receiving it, it may be that the product sat in a hot delivery truck before it got to you. While this will not affect the efficacy of the product, if it is difficult to use, it should firm up again if you place it in the refrigerator for a day or so.
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait has been specifically formulated for roach control. We recommend using Advion Ant Bait Gel, it has been specifically formulated to kill ants. Please take a look at our How to Get Rid of Ants article for furher tips and information.
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait does not kill any eggs as it has to be ingested to work. Unfortunately, we do not know where you can purchase the product locally. We can tell you that we do offer fast, free shipping right to your door! (excludes HI and AK)
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait has no odor.
When treating for roaches it is recommended to use an Insect Growth Regulator such as Gentrol Point Source in addition to the Advion Cockroach Gel Bait. IGRs help prevent the young from maturing into reproducing adults so you keep the infestation from getting larger while you are eliminating it. We also have a guide here that can help.
There is no valid reason to mix bait gels. It will not increase effectivess. You can certainly alternate between Advion Cockroach Gel Bait and Maxforce Impact Roach Gel Bait. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Roaches for more information on how to successfully treat for roaches.
Advion Roach Bait Gel should be applied once every two weeks (cleaning up old bait placements prior to new applications) to keep the roaches attracted to the product. Adding water to the roach bait gel is not necassary and may reduce the efficacy.
Yes, cockroaches are attracted to Advion Roach Bait Gel when they cross paths with where it has been applied, but it will not attracts new roaches that were not already in your home. The product works quickly and efficiently if used properly as the label directs. Gel baits can dry out after two weeks or so, so it does need to be refreshed every couple of weeks.
Exposing Advion Cockroach Gel Bait to extreme hot or cold temperatures can affect the potency and attractiveness of the bait, which can cause roaches to avoid the bait, so it will not kill effectively.
When placing an order for Advion Cockroach Gel Bait with our fast free shipping, the order will arrive within 3-6 business days.
If you have seen roaches in all stages of the life cycle, you may also want to consider using an insecticide and insect growth regulator to help get rid of the roaches. Please take a look at Temprid FX and Gentrol IGR or Gentrol Point Source Stations. Also, roaches are very attracted to water, so that may be why you are seeing them in your bathroom. Please check for leaky pipes in the area and fix the leak as soon as possible as this can help tremendously with your roach issue. If you have not seen any roaches in your kitchen, it isn't necessary for you to use any gel there, since there may not be any in the area to consume it. However, if you choose to purchase the insecticide, you can absolutely use it as a preventive spray in the kitchen.
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait does not have different levels of potency. It is only applied in different amounts based on the level of infestation.
Per the product label: For heavy infestations of cockroaches, apply 3 to 5 spots of Advion Cockroach Gel Bait per 10 linear feet.
For light to moderate infestations of cockroaches, apply 1-3 spots of Advion Cockroach Gel Bait per 10 linear feet.
Any guarantee would be with the company that applies it as the product itself does not come with one that we are aware of. We do know it works very well though. You would need to speak with that technician in regards to more detail on their treatments, we apologize but cannot comment further on the work of a company or what they offer.
If you have seen multiple roaches, it certainly may be an indication of an infestation. Advion Cockroach Gel Bait is a great product for roach control. However, this product is a food source for roaches so you may want to monitor your activity before using this product that will attract roaches. If you do in fact find an issue with roaches please keep in mind when treating for roaches, it takes more than one product for the quickest and most effective control. Please take a moment to look over our How To Treatment and Video Guides to learn about the most effective ways for getting rid of roaches, and our Roach Control Kits for the best products for the job.
You can use Advion Roach Bait Gel in bait plate stations and place the stations under and on your electronics. This will keep your electronics safe from the bait but keep it available for the roaches. Additionally, please take some time to read over our roach control guide. When infestations are large, you will need to implement a full roach control program to eliminate the roaches.
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait has always been a tan/beige color but now is more brown. There is the Maxforce Impact Roach Gel Bait that is a clean white bait.
The Advion Cockroach will not be effective and the insects will avoid it is being contaminated by the cleaning agents. Baits should be placed up high or in bait plate stations if using down low. We have a great video here that shows where to apply the bait.