7 Amazing DIY Ideas to Replace Professional Pest Control Services

Pests and unwanted little creatures can steal your positive vibe in your home and your indoor garden. Pest control services may prove really useful in this regard. However, they come with their own hazards and risks. As easier it sounds, you can now make your own solution for pest control using household products. We are presenting you some of the amazing DIY ideas that will help you keep your home pest-free and healthy.

1. Garlic-Mint Insect Spray

A mixture of Garlic-Mint spray is amazing for outdoor pest control. The process is simpler than you think. Blend a handful of mint leaves and garlic cloves in a food processor. Add a tiny portion of cayenne pepper and few drops of the dishwashing liquid. Next step is to boil the whole mixture before letting it sit overnight. Next day, strain the mixture into a spray bottle and you’re done! This mixture will definitely help the greens of your garden healthy and pest-free.

2. Coffee Grounds

Pests don't love coffee and some of them actually hate it. Isn’t that an interesting fact? So don’t be surprised if I say that coffee grounds are fatal for ants. You can get rid of these bugs by using recycled coffee grounds wherever you see ant-tunnels.

3. Borax and Sugar Ant Killer

Borax and sugar is another easy way to get rid of the ants and other bugs. You can make this magic solution by mixing 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons Borax with 1 cup very warm water. You place this solution right in the middle of an ants’ march and your work is done.

4. Dust Mite Oil Repellent

If you are experiencing bed bugs, it’s time to get that peaceful good night’s sleep. To repel these bugs, you can mix Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Lavender, Cloves or Rosemary oil in a spray bottle of water. Mist your bed with the spray lightly. Bugs can’t stand these scents and they won’t immigrate to your bed ever again. Another way to repel dust mites, lice, and fleas is to spray a mixture of Lemongrass and Basil.

5. Hot Pepper Spray

Hot Pepper Spray is another type of effective DIY solution for garden bugs. To make this solution, 3 tablespoons of hot pepper flakes or 10 finely chopped fresh peppers with 1 gallon of water. Cayenne may be the best option for this. Let the mix to boil for 15 minutes. Then, keep it still for 24 hours. Strain and add a few drops of dishwashing liquid so the solution sticks to the plants.

6. Apple Cider Vinegar Fruit Fly Trap

This is a fruit fly trap you can make with most of ease. All you need is a container with a funnel shaped top. This container will get the flies in and trap it there. Then, fill the bottom of the container with apple cider vinegar. That’s it. You’ll be free from the annoying buzzing sound of the fruit flies.

According to a study, apple cider vinegar attracts fruit flies because of its resemblance to the smell of rotting fruit. However, if the apple cider vinegar is highly concentrated, it won’t attract any flies. If your mixture is not attracting fruit flies, try to dilute the mixture a little.

7. Keep Your House Clean

Yes, that’s not anything near a DIY idea. However, keeping your house and surroundings clean is in itself a DIY. You will be surprised to know that the average house homes more than 100 different species of flies, ants, spiders, and other bugs within the walls, as stated by a study. The concrete walls in our homes have many tiny passageways for bugs. Therefore, it is important to check every nook and corner of the house from time to time and block such passageways wherever possible.

According to recent reports, the global pest control services market has been impacted in a negative way because of the restrictions imposed across the industries and business operations due to the COVID-19 outbreak. However, the leading players of the industry are adopting strategies such as acquisitions and collaborations to gain high competitive edge in the overall industry post the pandemic.

Hence, this can be one of the major reason you may try DIY pest control ideas till the pandemic is entirely over. Further, these DIY pest control solutions are perfect for you if you have kids or pets as the chemical alternatives may prove harmful for them. Focusing on regular cleaning of kitchen and other parts of the home is the easiest way we can stay clear of any pest or bug.

About the Author(s)

Princy A. J

Princy holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the prestigious Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. University at Chennai, India. After a successful academic record, she pursued her passion for writing. A thorough professional and enthusiastic writer, she enjoys writing on various categories and advancements in the global industries. She plays an instrumental role in writing about current updates, news, blogs, and trends.