I worked in pest control for about 5 years, and I figured someone here might need some advice on how to deal with bugs and mice. So if you've ever wanted to know, now's your chance.
My biggest recommendation, right from the start: Never pay for pest control. You can do a better, more ethical job than any business ever will.
I want to edit to say, my inbox is always open for questions too.
Spray the dark damp areas in your house with a residual pesticide like this. Follow the lable and focus on the darkest dampest areas like behind washers and under sinks. Try to only spray areas that's bugs can get to but not other things.
oh, the cat's not going to like that...
Yeah cats present their own issues. Some pesticides can be toxic before they dry. Suspend is supposedly safe, but keep that in mind if you apply it.