"Viral TikTok reveals surprising cockroach entry method in NYC apartments"

A TikTok video showing a New York City resident's hack for preventing cockroaches from climbing up drains in her apartment has gone viral. By covering the drains with cups, she prevents the pests from exploring her unattended apartment. The video sparked a discussion about other cockroach prevention hacks, including using dish soap and cooking oil to make drains slippery and trapping cockroaches. Additionally, a former exterminator on TikTok shared tips for eliminating cockroaches, such as using Gentrol Point Source products and caulking gaps in baseboards.