Found a large cockroach in my apartment today. I live on the 33rd floor of a luxury building. How does this even happen? Do I contact anyone about future concerns? Do I report it to management?Been here 8 months and never saw a single bug really so I’m clueless right now.

funnylike
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

One big guy every once in a while isn’t a cause for concern, they’re in the walls, they’ll get lost and find their way into your apartment.

It’s the little guts you need to worry about, they multiply like the plague and will take over in days, and you’ll never get rid of them.

Source: I never got rid of them.

like

Sidebar - Are there buildings in Manhattan that are not considered luxury? It's like free range chicken. Noone even knows what that means

funnylike

Probably no doorman / no or few amenity buildings. A lot of older brownstones would fall into this category.

I found 3 ladybugs 🐞 in my apartment yesterday in a prewar building. They are kinda cute. Roaches are just ugly ladybugs.

funnylike

OP might appreciate your positivity but that’s an offense to our cute ladybugs! Besides, they are believed to bring good luck, evidently showing the surrounding area is eco-friendly.

like

I found one in my bathroom once (might have been a water bug) and put these in every corner of my studio. 3 or 4 in the bathroom and never saw them again.

Post Photo
like

Very normal once a year during humid spells no matter how clean your place is. Call exterminator but chances it’ll happen to you once every year or two years

like

Put it in a ziplock bag and show to you building manager

like

Don’t leave food out. Best way to keep them away is to compost

Yea but also think about if the trash area has food scraps for even a day it will smell like food scraps and that smell attracts vermin so composting even in OP’s single unit can help OP directly. To be most efficient at avoiding infestation then the whole building should compost. NYC (precovid) was 80% composting!

like

Friends mom had an infestation on the 47th floor of a Columbus circle area luxury high rise.

A permanent solution is a house in the burbS

You really don’t see water bugs in LI. Spider crickets but not really water bugs

Are you me?!? 33rd floor of luxury building and been dealing with the all too “occasional” water bug for over a year.
It will not end- exterminator is not helpful with these things. They need to get into your shower / sink drain / plumbing and do a thorough work up.

Happened to me. 30fl luxury building. Tell management. More likely than not they have an exterminator that comes weekly to do the entrances

You need to leave NYC if you're not willing to wake up with bugs. Source: Lived here almost 50 years, family lived here 250+

Related Posts

Deloitte 🐟 - how long did it take for BAL to upload the approval notice to Cobalt? My case was approved on Sept 17th and I still haven't heard from BAL.

like

Any book recommendations that have helped you control your anxiety or panic attacks? Surfing the web and can’t find a consistent one that’s “the best”

like

McKinsey & Company Anyone know the next Associate final round date for McKinsey? McKinsey & Company

like

How much does a new manager 1 in FDD in Chicago make typically? Mid tier and big 4?

like

Does anyone else with severe ADD/ADHD have any tips for getting focused in on work?

Getting to the point where it takes me pulling all-nighters just to get 12-15 hours of actual work done even though I legitimately like the work I do and the people I work with.

likesmart

Recos for a first time psychiatrist? Preferably in midtown east? Really need someone.

like

I felt really sad when Beautiful 🪴 was not doing well; picture March🍂 . However, I truly believe in taking care of the things I love; picture June🌱. Watching her recovery process and seeing her new growth makes my heart glad. I'm filled with joy, happiness, and gratitude 💚

Post Photo
likeuplifting

Between Vodafone _Vois , Xoriant and Deutsche Bank. Which organisation is best in terms of Work life balance, ease of work from home and friendly policies.

Yoe 6 yrs Tech Stack - BigData

like

Job hunting has made me consider suicide more times than I can count recently. It used to be “not talented enough”. Now it’s right place wrong time “we don’t have anything atm”.

like

Hi All,
I am a new joiner to TCS. My wife is pregnant (4 months completed). Can I claim her delivery expense. Please advise.

like

Looking to book two Iberia tickets using avios NYC to MAD business class in March but can't seem to find availability - can anyone help?

like

What's the expected pay bump from leaving big4 to the industry with 2.5 years experience and senior consultant?

like
like

Hello,
How important is a Master's degree in Data Science for a career in data science and AI? I have ~4 years of experience as a data scientist but only have a BTech degree in CS. Do you guys think not having a Master's can hamper my career progression?
Thanks.

Do you disclose you're ADHD in an interview or where you're already working?

Ever since I was diagnosed, I always do because I want to make sure they understand I need accommodations and I'll fit in due to my symptoms.

like

Has anyone got any idea when/ if we’ll ever be notified if we are “safe” I was told to expect comms today...

like

Have anybody recently done OINP? Had some questions around what employer documents are needed and what support do we need from employer. This is for foreign worker stream with a job offer. Please dm in case able to help

like

Thoughts on Deloittes workforce transformation and org design practice? Considering transferring and just want to get an idea of WLB.

likesmart

Hi

I'm looking for job in Insurance domain P&C with 6 year of experience can anyone help me?

like

Anyone NYC based looking for a Social Strategist? Very eager to transition out of Community Management after 4 years.

like

Additional Posts in New York City

I received a pretty fair rent renewal offer (about $100 more a month) is it worth it to negotiate? Anyone heard of a leasing company not allowing you to renew if you negotiate?

In the city for the last week of July (downtown Brooklyn) and first week of August (UWS). What should I check out? What events are going on? Anyone wanna be my friend/drinking buddy/tour guide?

like

Looking for a ticket to two friends concert on 10/8 at Harbor!

like

Had a really great convo with a friend who still hasn’t got the vax yet, and they said it opened their mind when I was willing to discuss with them openly and hear how they feel (I got the vax early). I’m curious, if you still haven’t been vaccinated what type of conversation might change your mind?

like

Maybe it’s just me, but I do not understand this mindset at all and I’ve only encountered this from NYC natives. Every city is deserving of criticism no matter what lol

Post Photo
like

Do you think it’s safe to move mid April given the increasing restrictions because of the coronavirus?

like

What’s on your list for Restaurant Week this year?!

like

Hi, I will be relocating from Amsterdam to NY and I am trying to figure out my bi-weekly net pay. I tried many calculators on google but they all give me different outcomes. Which one is accurate?

like

Is it hard getting into Dumbo House?

like

Do you have a cheap but good dry cleaner you go to? What’s the price?

like

Over the years I have applied for different jobs at the same banks. Some of them I’ve interviewed for and some I never had. When re recruiting, can I apply for these banks again? Or do they not like the same applicant applying again?

like

Has anyone donated hair while in NYC? Any salon recommendations?

like

Looking to sublease my studio near Lincoln Center. It’s in a luxury doorman building with top amenities, modern kitchen (separate from the bedroom), and in-unit laundry. The location is great: close to 2 subway stations (A, C, B, D, and 1 lines), 10 minutes walk to Central Park, 5 minutes walk to the Riverside Park, supermarket is in the corner. My lease is up to the mid of Mar’22. I love the building and just move for personal reason. I can send you pictures over. The monthly rent is $2,200.

like

Does anyone want a ticket to the Mets/Phillies game

like

Is it true that if you're working in a bank or finance industry, employees have mandatory leave/ 5 consecutive days off bc of legal compliance?

like

Currently looking for an apartment in the city and found a great deal near the UN headquarters on 46th. Any thoughts on that area?

like

PSA to run an Augrented or AddressReport search on buildings before signing a lease. Narrowly avoided renting in a building with a bunch of pest reports in the past few years

like

Does anyone know of a good appliance repair company in NYC. My stove is not function.

like

Anyone know somewhere to easily donate and drop off clothes?

like

Aiming to move back to NYC at the end of April. Anyone looking for a potential roomie? I personally can’t justify spending over $1,100 on rent and am open to different neighborhoods. I found some nice apartments entering Harlem around 112th if anyone is interested in getting to know each other more. I’m a 24F but open to all genders.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal