You don’t need an unhygienic home to attract cockroaches! A simple drop of stagnant water or a forgotten crumb can be enough. These insects love heat, humidity and food residues. A poorly ventilated kitchen, an inadequately ventilated bathroom or even shopping bags left on the floor are gateways for them.
They also use cracks in the walls, pipes or gaps under skirting boards to penetrate. And once they are established, they multiply very quickly. The key? To shorten their little comfort.
The best tips to eliminate their nests naturally
The good news: there is no need to use chemicals to get rid of cockroaches. Here are simple, economical and effective solutions that are easy to implement:
The bicarbonate + sugar duo:
Mix these two ingredients in equal parts and place small cups in sensitive areas. Sugar attracts cockroaches, baking soda neutralizes them. Clever and efficient.
White vinegar + cucumber:
Spray a mixture of white vinegar, water, and cucumber juice in strategic spots. In addition to cleansing, it acts as a natural repellent.
Lavender or peppermint:
Cockroaches hate these scents. Use it as an essential oil diluted in water, as a room spray or as a diffuser.
Bay leaves or mothballs:
Place in closets or dark corners to keep unwanted people away.
Deep:
Don’t forget to move your devices to gain access to forgotten areas. Vacuum, disinfect and remove damp areas by ventilating regularly.
Tear Closure:
Use sealant or silicone gasket to seal the openings
where they could find shelter.
Prevent their return in a few simple steps
Once the nests have been removed, the goal is clear: they should not return. To do this, always keep your interior dry, clean and tidy. Do not leave dirty dishes or food uncovered. Also, avoid accumulating newspapers, cardboard, or old paper, which they use as a cozy shelter.
Finally, remember to maintain your pipes and install insect screens on the openings.
There is nothing better than a healthy and well-groomed interior to say goodbye to cockroaches on a daily basis and find serenity.
