Keep Flies, Mosquitoes, and Cockroaches Away with These Simple DIY Solutions!
Tired of dealing with pesky insects in your home? Try these three easy, natural remedies to repel flies, mosquitoes, and cockroaches effectively.
1. Homemade Mosquito Trap 🦟
This simple DIY trap attracts and traps mosquitoes using yeast and sugar.
What You Need:
✅ 1 cup of water
✅ 5 tablespoons of sugar
✅ 1 tablespoon of yeast
✅ 1 empty 2-liter plastic bottle
✅ Tape and cardboard or fabric
Instructions:
1. Heat 1 cup of water in a pot and dissolve the sugar over low heat.
2. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of yeast. Do not mix—just let it sit.
3. Cut the top off a 2-liter plastic bottle and invert it into the base.
4. Pour the sugar-yeast mixture into the bottle.
5. Seal the edges with tape and cover the bottle with cardboard or fabric (mosquitoes prefer dark areas).
6. Place the trap in mosquito-prone areas.
2. Bay Leaf and Clove Spray 🪳🦟
A natural insect repellent with a strong aroma that deters mosquitoes, cockroaches, and flies.
What You Need:
✅ 1 cup of water
✅ 15 bay leaves
✅ 20 cloves
Instructions:
1. In a pot, combine 1 cup of water, bay leaves, and cloves.
2. Simmer for 10 minutes to release the natural oils.
3. Let it cool and transfer the liquid into a spray bottle.
4. Spray in areas where cockroaches, mosquitoes, and flies are common.
3. All-Purpose Insect-Repellent Spray 🚫🐜
This simple but effective mixture repels various insects while keeping your home smelling fresh!
What You Need:
✅ ½ cup of shampoo
✅ ½ cup of white vinegar
✅ ½ cup of vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Mix all the ingredients in a container and stir well.
2. Transfer the mixture to a spray bottle.
3. Spray in areas where insects like to gather, such as kitchen corners, trash bins, and doorways.
Why These Remedies Work:
✅ Yeast and sugar attract mosquitoes, trapping them inside.
✅ Bay leaves and cloves have strong natural scents that repel insects.
✅ Shampoo, vinegar, and oil create a slippery surface, making it hard for bugs to stay.
Try these natural insect repellents, and enjoy a bug-free home!