How to Repel Roaches Naturally

Roaches are the most difficult critters to rid your home of. The little buggers aren’t indestructible. Here are a few quick and easy steps to not only kill the roaches in their nests, but repel them as well. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Boric acid
  • Sugar (white or brown)
  • Cucumber peels
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Instructions

  1. How to Repel Roaches Naturally

    • 1

      Mix equal parts of boric acid with brown or white sugar in a container.

    • 2

      Shake vigorously to blend.

    • 3

      Sprinkle the mixture behind appliances, under sinks, in corners and anywhere else roaches may like to hang out. They will carry the toxic mixture back to their nests, eat it and kill the whole lot of them.

    • 4

      Leave a few cucumber peels strewn about counter and table tops at night to repel the roaches.

Tips & Warnings

  • Even after you’ve rid your home of roaches, they will come back if you feed them. Never leave dirty dishes in the sink or leftover food on the counter.

  • Boric acid and borax can be toxic to small children and pets. Keep well out of their reach and inform other household members of the whereabouts and purpose of the borax and boric acid dough and/or powders. Always refer to safety precautions on the package.

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Comments

  • mitch734 Feb 01, 2009
    GOOD POST MAN... I really hate those darn things
  • mitch734 Feb 01, 2009
    GOOD POST MAN... I really hate those darn things

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