How to Get Rid of Cockroaches Naturally
- Baking Soda and Sugar Trap
Ingredients: Baking soda, sugar, small lids or shallow dishes
Steps:
Mix equal parts of baking soda and sugar.
Place the mixture in small lids and set them near cockroach-infested areas.
The sugar attracts them, while the baking soda reacts with their stomach acids, killing them. - Boric Acid and Flour Paste
Ingredients: Boric acid, flour, water
Steps:
Mix 1 tablespoon of boric acid with 2 tablespoons of flour and water to form a thick paste.
Make small balls and place them in corners, behind appliances, and under sinks.
Cockroaches will eat the paste and die within hours. - Bay Leaves or Catnip
Cockroaches hate the smell of bay leaves and catnip. Crush and spread them around infested areas. - Vinegar and Peppermint Spray
Ingredients: White vinegar, peppermint oil, water
Steps:
Mix equal parts of vinegar and water with a few drops of peppermint oil.
Spray in areas where cockroaches hide, like under cabinets and sinks.