“We actually recommend boric acid to deal with these and many other pests,” says Dan Bailey, president of WikiLawn. “Boric acid powder can be placed outside or inside, wherever roaches traffic.

A: I wouldn't recommend putting anything into a septic tank as you never know what it will do. The best thing to do is keep the drains closed when you aren't using them and especially at night.

Cold weather pushes cockroaches indoors in search of warmth and food. Kitchens offer heat from appliances, hidden moisture ...