How to Repel Roaches Naturally

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By Brandi Nicole Hopper
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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.

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Boric acid
Sugar (white or brown)
Cucumber peels

How to Repel Roaches Naturally

Step 1

Mix equal parts of boric acid with brown or white sugar in a container.
Step 2

Shake vigorously to blend.
Step 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.
Step 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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