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Let’s talk about using baking soda, a versatile and eco-friendly solution, to combat pesky pests in your home. From cockroaches and fleas to ants, moths, mice/rats, and spiders, baking soda is a safe, non-toxic, and easy-to-use remedy.
1. Cockroaches
Baking soda works by reacting with the acids in a cockroach’s stomach, effectively getting rid of them. To use:
- Combine equal parts baking soda and sugar in a dish or sprinkle the mixture in cockroach-prone areas.
- The sugar will attract them, while the baking soda takes care of the rest.
- Place the bait near cracks, under sinks, or behind appliances.
2. Fleas
Baking soda dehydrates fleas and their eggs. Here’s how to use it:
- Sprinkle baking soda on carpets, pet bedding, and upholstery.
- Work it into the fibers with a stiff brush, then let it sit for several hours or overnight.
- Vacuum thoroughly to eliminate fleas, eggs, and any baking soda residue.
3. Ants
Using baking soda disrupts ants’ digestive systems when ingested. Instructions:
- Mix equal parts baking soda and powdered sugar.
- Sprinkle the mixture along ant trails, entry points, and around the kitchen.
- The sugar attracts them, while the baking soda hinders their metabolism.
4. Moths
Baking soda absorbs moisture and odors that attract moths. How to apply:
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