The natural DIY insecticide to keep ants, flies, mosquitoes and spiders away from your home

When insects invade our home, it can be quite annoying and unpleasant. However, you don’t need to resort to harmful chemicals to keep them away.

There are equally effective and safe natural solutions to rid your home of ants, flies, mosquitoes and spiders . In this article, we will guide you in preparing a natural DIY insecticide and explain how to use it to ward off these annoying guests.

Ingredients for natural insecticide:

• Apple Cider Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar is an excellent insect repellent. Its strong fragrance keeps ants, flies and mosquitoes away.
• Mint essential oil: The pungent smell of mint is effective in repelling spiders and ants.
• Lemon essential oil: The fresh, citrus scent of lemon repels flies and mosquitoes.
• Water: Water serves as a diluent for the other ingredients and allows for even distribution of the insecticide.

Preparation procedure:

1. Make the basic mixture: Start by adding 1 part apple cider vinegar and 1 part water to a spray bottle. Stir well to make sure the vinegar is completely diluted.
2. Add essential oils: Add 10-15 drops of peppermint essential oil and 10-15 drops of lemon essential oil to the mixture. These essential oils will help increase the effectiveness of the insecticide and provide a fresh aroma to your home.
3. Mix well: Close the spray bottle and shake vigorously to mix all the ingredients evenly. Make sure the essential oils have mixed completely with the vinegar and water.

How to use natural insecticide:

Once you have prepared the natural insecticide, here’s how you can use it to keep ants, flies, mosquitoes and spiders away from your home:

1. Spray along access lines: Identify possible insect entry routes, such as cracks in walls, windows or doors. Spray generously along these access lines to create a barrier that insects won’t want to cross.
2. Clean surfaces and critical areas: Use natural insecticide to clean surfaces where insects usually congregate, such as window sills, furniture or dark corners. This will help discourage their presence and keep them away.
3. Update periodically: The effectiveness of the natural insecticide will decrease over time, so be sure to reapply it regularly, especially after cleaning surfaces or if it rains.

Precautions to consider:

• Test on Sensitive Surfaces: Before spraying natural insecticide on all surfaces, be sure to test it on a small area to make sure it won’t damage or discolor the surface.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin: Essential oils can be irritating to skin and eyes. Be sure to wear gloves when preparing and applying the insecticide and avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
• Keep away from pets: Some essential oils can be harmful to pets. Be sure to spray insecticide only in areas where your pets cannot access.

With this simple natural homemade insecticide and the right precautions, you can rid your home of insects safely and effectively, creating a more comfortable and hassle-free environment.