1. Cockroaches
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- Water (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix equal parts of baking soda and sugar.
- Sprinkle the mixture in areas where you’ve seen cockroaches (under sinks, behind appliances, etc.). The sugar will attract them, and the baking soda reacts with the acid in their stomachs, killing them.
- Optionally, you can add a few drops of water to form a paste for placing in crevices.
2. Fleas
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of baking soda
- 1 cup of salt
Instructions:
- Mix baking soda and salt together.
- Sprinkle the mixture onto carpets, pet bedding, and furniture where fleas are present.
- Let it sit for at least 12 hours or overnight, then vacuum thoroughly. This will dehydrate the fleas and their eggs.
3. Ants
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Mix the baking soda and sugar in equal parts.
- Sprinkle the mixture along ant trails, near entry points, and around the house. The sugar attracts the ants, and the baking soda disrupts their digestive system.
4. Moths
Ingredients:
- Baking soda (as needed)
- Airtight containers or bags
Instructions:
- Place a small amount of baking soda inside cloth sachets or open containers and keep them in closets, drawers, or storage areas to deter moths.
- You can also sprinkle some baking soda directly in areas where you store clothes, then vacuum it up after a few days.
5. Mice/Rats
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of baking soda
- 1 cup of flour
- 1 cup of sugar
Instructions:
- Mix baking soda, flour, and sugar together.
- Place the mixture in areas where mice or rats are active (along walls, near garbage areas, etc.). When ingested, the baking soda creates gas in their system, which they can’t expel, leading to their death.
6. Spiders
Ingredients:
- Baking soda (as needed)
Instructions:
- Sprinkle baking soda in corners, windowsills, or any areas where spiders tend to appear.
- You can also mix baking soda with essential oils like peppermint or eucalyptus (which repel spiders) for added effect.
Extra Tips:
- For all pests, regular cleaning and vacuuming help to enhance the effectiveness of baking soda treatments.
- Always reapply as needed, especially after cleaning.
These methods provide a simple, natural alternative to chemical pesticides while using common household ingredients!
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