Natural Home Remedies to Keep Mosquitoes, Lizards, Cockroaches, Moths, and Flies Away in MonsoonÂ
Natural Home Remedies to Keep Mosquitoes, Lizards, Cockroaches, Moths, and Flies Away in MonsoonÂ
Simple, effective, and chemical-free ways to keep your home pest-free
Dealing with pests in the house mosquitoes, lizards, cockroaches, moths or flies, can be frustrating, especially if you want to avoid using harsh chemicals. Thankfully, with a few natural remedies using ingredients from your kitchen, you can create a cleaner, healthier environment with minimal effort.
To Get Rid of Mosquitoes
Boil fresh neem leaves in a pot of water. Once the water boils, turn off the heat and let it cool. Strain this neem-infused water and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray it in the corners of your home, especially near doors and windows. Neem’s natural properties repel mosquitoes effectively. Also, avoid leaving food uncovered, as it can attract pests of all kinds.
To Drive Away Lizards
Lizards are commonly seen on walls, near tubelights, and behind kitchen counters. Instead of using poison, try this: mix water with red chili powder in a spray bottle and spray it where lizards are often spotted. The smell and irritation caused by chili will discourage them from entering. Keeping your home clean, especially the kitchen, is key to preventing lizards.
To Eliminate Cockroaches
The same chili water spray works well against cockroaches too. Focus on dark, damp areas where they tend to hide. Additionally, keep your kitchen free of crumbs and food spills. A lesser-known tip, clean eggshells after use and place them in corners where cockroaches usually come in. The smell of the shells deters them.
To Repel Moths
Naphthalene balls are a traditional and effective remedy. Keep them in cupboards, storage drawers, and near windows to prevent moth infestations. If you eat eggs, placing clean eggshells in areas where moths appear can also help. The scent repels them naturally.
To Keep Flies Away
Flies dislike the strong smell of onion and garlic. Make a spray by boiling onion and garlic in water, then straining and using the cooled liquid in a spray bottle. Spray this mixture in the kitchen and other areas where flies are seen. Alternatively, placing garlic or onion cloves in the corners of the kitchen will serve the same purpose.
These remedies are easy, cost-effective, and free from chemicals, making them a healthy choice for your family and pets. Try them out regularly and watch your home become a pest-free zone.
