How to Kill Indoor Gnats

Gnats can be a real nuisance, especially in the summer. Most people have to deal with these pests in their homes. Luckily, there are some really simple steps you can take to get rid of them and once they are gone, it's just as easy to keep them away.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Bowl or container
• Cling wrap
• Vinegar
• Hardware store

1. Move food to a place the gnats can't get to. If they can't eat, they won't live. There are many ways to accomplish this. Make sure that all fruits and vegetable are out of the way. Store them in the refrigerator or a storage bin the gnats can't get to. Do not leave food in your trash can. Empty it as often as possible. Buy a trashcan with a lid as it will also help kill the gnats.

2. Fill a bowl or container with vinegar. Gnats love it. Cover it with cling wrap and poke small holes in the top. Set it in a place where you are noticing the gnats the most. The gnats will be drawn to the vinegar and once they are in, they will die. Replace your vinegar as often as you need to.

3. Care for your indoor plants properly. Do not over-water them and make sure the drainage on the pot you are using is adequate. Gnats are drawn to extremely wet plants as it is food for them, so always try to prevent this.

4. Spray the gnats with hairspray. This will stiffen them up and kill them. There is no need to saturate the area or the gnat. A light mist with your hair spray bottle should do the trick. This step is best used when you are only dealing with a few gnats.

5. Make a trip to your hardware store and buy a pesticide that is especially formulated to kill gnats. These sprays will work instantly and likely keep the gnats away for months at a time. Ask an associate to recommend one to you. Be careful with these pesticides and follow the directions on the can. Make sure you are familiar with the warning labels.

Tips & Warnings

• Preventing gnats is a lot easier than killing them as they multiply quickly. Remember, if they have nothing to eat, there is no reason for them to be hanging out in your home. There are many different kinds of gnats. Most are harmless, but there are some that bite. Don't ignore a gnat problem. Resolve it as quickly as possible to keep the situation from getting out of hand.

[sassyqueenb]

on 11/11/2009 Made45: Where did you get the "Odoball"? I cannot find it. I want to try it! Is the spelling right? Let me know please! Thanks

[made45]

on 9/5/2009 well i found a simple air freshener , fabric refresher, that kills 99.99% of germs in my cabinet at home been sitting there for a while unused that eliminates i say again ELIMINATES GNATS INSTANTLY!!! the name of this notorious spray is called "ODOBALL" pick it up at on any househole cleaning isle!!! TRUST ME, THIS IS THE ANSWER NO REMEDIES NEEDED THERES NO INSECT SPRAY THAT CAN KILL GNATS, NONE!!! "ODOBALL" IS IT!!! ENJOY!!

[SandyRemedy]

on 11/8/2008 Instantly rid gnats in less than 24 hours. Simply attack their breeding ground. Garbage disposals are usually the #1 spot. Sinks and drains are #2.

Simply remove the rubber gasket from your garbage disposal. Take a tall glass of ice cubes and pour them into your garbage disposal. Place a plate over the hole and turn on your garbage disposal. This will not only clean the disposal on gunk but will also destroy any gnats or eggs before they hatch.

For sinks and drains, simply pour apple cider vinegar or clorox down each drain. (dilute clorox with water) This will kill them on contact.

Enoy a gnat free environment!!

[caseywku]

on 10/3/2008 Great suggestions! I've been chasing gnats around in my kitchen with hairspray since I read this and it really works!