Essential Oils: Lemon eucalyptus or lavender oil on newspapers or cotton balls can repel roaches.
White Vinegar: A spray in roach-prone areas helps keep them away.
Bedbugs: Eradicate bedbugs by:
Washing Linens: Clean all bed linens at high temperatures.
Mattress Care: Thoroughly scrub, vacuum, and cover your mattress with clean linens.
Preventative Sprays: Mix essential oils like clove, cinnamon, tea tree, or lavender with water and apply to furniture, beds, and curtains.
Ants: Fight off these sugar-loving insects with a mix of boric acid and sugar, or employ natural repellents such as cloves, coffee grounds, paprika, cinnamon, or peppermint.
Fruit Flies: Keep these pesky flies in check by regularly cleaning surfaces near fruit storage areas with a warm, damp cloth.
By implementing these natural, non-toxic methods, you can effectively manage common household pests while keeping your living space safe and comfortable. Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and hello to a cleaner, greener home.