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Roaches are one of the most common household pests but can also be the hardest to eliminate.
While many prefer spraying harsh chemicals around their homes to get rid of roaches, this isn't the safest or healthiest way.
There are plenty of natural ways to make your home cockroach-free, including using some everyday food items you probably already have in your kitchen.
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1) DIY Green Spray
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle and add a few drops of dish soap. This natural roach killer works well because cockroaches hate the smell of vinegar.
Be sure to hit nooks, crannies, baseboards, and other places roaches like to hide. Ensure you thoroughly clean the area afterward by wiping it with clean paper towels.
If you don't want to mix your own, plenty of commercial versions on the market work just as well, and some may even be safer than DIY solutions.
2) Homemade Spray with Herbs
Add a few drops of eucalyptus, lavender, or tea tree oil to the mixture. It is also possible to use this spray to prevent cockroaches from entering your house by spraying it around the perimeter of your home.
Spray this mixture on roaches whenever you see them. Spray below windowsills, doorframes, crevices in brickwork, and any other crack where they could enter. For external use only! Do not disturb your yard's natural pest balance as well.
3) Sugar Trap
One of the most effective ways to get rid of cockroaches is to make a sugar trap. To do this, mix equal parts of sugar and water and place them in a jar with a lid.
Cut a small hole in the lid and wait for the cockroaches to be attracted to the sweet mixture. Once they climb in, they won't be able to escape and will drown.
You can also try adding some dish soap to the mixture, so they will be stuck when they start moving around. You can also use coffee grounds, beer, or vinegar instead of sugar to lure them into your traps.
4) Garlic Trap
Peel and mince several garlic cloves and put them in a small bowl. Add a few drops of dish soap and mix well. Pour the mixture into a jar and place it where you've seen roaches.
The pungent smell of garlic will attract them, and they'll drown when they try to crawl into the jar. But don't worry about accidentally trapping your pet with this method: cats and dogs can't detect garlic odor as quickly as humans can.
5) Keep Doors Closed
You can keep cockroaches out of your home by ensuring all doors are closed. This includes entries to the outside and interior doors leading to other rooms in your house.
Keep your home clean: Regularly cleaning up food crumbs and spills will go a long way toward preventing roach infestations. If a door is left open, even just a crack, cockroaches can find their way in. Additionally, if you see one or two roaches around your house, you may have a bigger problem on your hands.
One important thing to note about this suggestion is that it doesn't mean you should clean more than necessary—pay attention to areas where there's already been any spill or mess so you don't attract them!
6) Stop Water Leaks
To prevent cockroaches from moving in and setting up shop in your home, it's essential to eliminate all water sources. Check under the sink and around the toilet for leaks, no matter how small.
Even a tiny drip can attract these pests. Make sure there are no cracks or openings around pipes or drains that could allow water to seep into other areas of the house. If you find a leak, seal it with caulk.
If you have a cockroach problem, one of the best things you can do is make a hot pepper wax barrier. This will help keep them out of your home while getting rid of any already there.
Here's how to make one. Combine about 1/2 cup of red chile powder and 2 cups of beeswax in a pot on low heat and stir until blended.
Add an ounce or two of cooking oil (or mineral oil) if needed to thin it down, then pour it into old candle jars or tins with lids. Once cooled completely, these natural repellents should last six months or more before needing to be refreshed.
8) Coffee Grounds
Coffee grounds are a great way to get rid of cockroaches naturally. Just sprinkle some around where you've seen them, and they'll be gone in no time! Plus, they're a great way to keep them from coming back.
You can use coffee grounds mixed with some dish soap as an even more robust solution. Put the mixture near cracks and crevices where the roaches might try to hide. Be sure not to pour it down drains or into any water sources.
Conclusion to Get Rid of Cockroaches Naturally
One of the most common household pests, cockroaches, can be hard to eliminate. However, there are a few things you can do to get rid of them naturally.
One way to get rid of cockroaches is to use boric acid. Boric acid is found in many household products, a well-known insecticide that will get rid of cockroaches.
