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How to Kill Maggots and Worms

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Kill worms and maggots.

Nobody wants to think about killing maggots and worms. Unfortunately, many people throughout the world will find themselves in a situation where they desperately need to get rid of worms and maggots in their immediate surroundings. The good news is there is a way to eliminate worms and maggots quickly and effectively. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Bleach
  • Water
  • Stove top
  • Large pot
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Instructions

    • 1

      Boil a large pot of hot water. Make sure to boil enough water to cover all of the worms and maggots that you want to kill.

    • 2

      Pour the boiling water over the top of the maggots and worms. This should kill the maggots and worms immediately.

    • 3

      Kill remaining worms and maggots and remove odor. Make a bleach and water solution of one cup of bleach to every gallon of water, and pour the solution over the top of the worms and maggots. This will kill any remaining worms and maggots and clean the area of bacteria and eliminate odor.

    • 4

      Rinse the area clean with water. Remove remains with a hose or a broom.

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