15 Common Household Pests & How to Get Rid of Them Naturally

Natural Remedy:

Wash bedding in hot water and dry on high heat.

Sprinkle diatomaceous earth under mattresses and around bed frames.

11. Fleas
Natural Remedy:

Sprinkle baking soda and salt on carpets, leave overnight, and vacuum.

Bathe pets with lemon water or vinegar rinses.

12. Earwigs
Natural Remedy:

Use a rolled-up newspaper trap overnight.

Scatter diatomaceous earth around foundations and gardens.

13. Wasps
Natural Remedy:

Hang brown paper bags to mimic a wasp nest and deter them.

Use peppermint oil spray around outdoor areas.

14. Gnats
Natural Remedy:

Let soil dry between waterings and use hydrogen peroxide diluted with water for plant gnats.

Set vinegar traps for flying ones.

15. Dust Mites
Natural Remedy:

Wash bedding weekly in hot water.

Use eucalyptus or tea tree oil sprays on mattresses and upholstery.

Bonus Tips:
Keep your home dry and clean, especially in hidden corners and under appliances.

Seal cracks and crevices around doors, windows, and foundations.

Essential oils like peppermint, eucalyptus, and tea tree are powerful pest deterrents.

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