If roaches enter your home, they will eat your food, damage your books and leave a trail of foul-smelling liquid behind them. You do not need harsh chemicals to get rid of them; natural repellents and killers will do the job. Does this Spark an idea?
Borax
Borax is a naturally occurring mineral compound that kills roaches by destroying their digestive systems when they ingest it. A roach-killing paste has equal parts borax, flour and sugar, with water added. Roll the mixture into balls and leave them in areas where you have seen roaches. They will eat the balls and die.
Herbs
Some plants and herbs naturally repel roaches. If you sprinkled dried catnip in problem areas, it will drive away roaches. They do not like the scent of bay leaves, so you can use them to protect parts of your home from roaches. Using citrus-based cleaners will help repel roaches and other insects from the areas you clean.
Considerations
Borax can make pets and kids ill if they eat enough of it, so do not use it anywhere they might get into it. Citrus-based cleaners can make cats ill, so do not use them in areas where cats might encounter them. Storing food in airtight containers and caulking and sealing all gaps in your home will reduce the risk of roaches returning.
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