Have a lot of
cockroaches at home? Here is a simple, cheap and organic tip to get rid of them.
The monsoons are undoubtedly a beautiful season, but with the rains come
a variety of pests that are quite difficult to get rid of. One such pest is the
cockroach. Known to cause diseases like urinary tract infections, digestive problems and sepsis, cockroaches
are one kind of insect that are extremely resilient and almost immune to
certain pest control measures. While there are a large variety of chemical
agents that can be used to kill them, the health risks that come with
these pesticides are innumerable. What’s more, if you have an infant at home
the risk of them touching these chemicals and ingesting them are high. Apart from
that — inhalation of the pesticides fumes and the risk of it contaminating food
and water — can also lead to severe ill-effects. So, here’s a method to get rid
of cockroaches naturally without resorting to pesticides:
Try using borax
Borax or boric powder (sodium tetraborate) is a naturally-occurring
substance that is formed due to the repeated evaporation of seasonal lakes. A
commonly-used material to keep insects away from stored rice, this powder
also works wonders when it comes to keeping cockroaches at bay. Here’s how you can
use it.
Take some borax or
boric powder (borax works better and is easily available) and add it to an
equal amount of wheat (roti ka aata). Mix
the two components well and slowly add water till the mixture has a tick
consistency (it should be of the same consistency you would use to make rotis). Now,
take small pieces of this mixture and make tiny, marble-sized balls out of it.
Then, apply this paste to the corners of cupboards and areas where you see
maximum infestation of cockroaches. Remember that cockroaches tend to live in
small gaps and holes around your house, therefore you can use this batter to
clog-up those holes.
The best part about
this mixture is that it is perfectly safe to use in the kitchen and is
effective even three months after application. Remember to refresh the coat
regularly and watch your home be cockroach free for good.
Disclaimer: Ingestion of borax can be dangerous, please
make sure you keep it out of the reach of infants and young children. Owing to
its properties, it could be harmful for adults as well. Please make sure you
exercise caution while making and applying this mixture. Remember to visit a
doctor if you notice any symptoms of borax ingestion.
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