5 Home Remedies To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes From Home

Tried all kinds of repellents but those pesky mosquitoes keep coming back? Well, you have landed on the right page. It is that time of the year again when mosquitoes take over, and trouble us day and night, and getting rid of them is crucial to keep mosquito-borne diseases at bay. Instead of investing in those expensive repellents, or insect catcher machines, try some home remedies that are inexpensive and effective.

Garlic Spray

Garlic, a kitchen staple, has a compound called allicin that contributes to its strong smell. Allicin has mosquito-repellent properties, the strong odour prevents mosquitoes from getting into your home.

In a pan, add a glass of water and a few crushed garlic cloves. Let the water come to a boil. Cool and transfer into a spray bottle. Spritz this solution at your door, and windows to keep mosquitoes away.

Clove And Lemon Repellent

Clove has a compound called eugenol which has insect-repellent properties. Clove can be used in different ways to clear mosquitoes from your home. A tried and tested remedy is cutting a lemon into half and then inserting cloves into the pulp. Place these lemon halves across your living space. You can also use clove oil. Clove oil is easily available in the market, spray it around your home, and focus on the entry points, windows, and doors.

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Apple Cider Vinegar Spray

Mosquitoes dislike the smell of apple cider vinegar and that's one reason why this is a remedy that is likely to work for you. In a bottle, add equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Mix well and use this spray bottle as a mosquito repellent. Spray it around your bed, living area, doors, and windows.

Soapy Water Solution

This solution is an easy way to get rid of mosquitoes. In a spray bottle, add water and a few drops of mild dishwashing liquid soap. Spray this solution directly on the mosquitoes around your home. Soapy water adds weight to their wings, making them fall with the solution. You can also spray this water on areas where mosquitoes breed like your home garden area or windows.

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Mint Plant

Do you know mint's strong scent pushes back mosquitoes? Place mint plants inside your home. (How To Grow Mint Plant At Home) You can also crush some fresh mint leaves and place them in mosquito-prone areas.

Though these home remedies will help you repel mosquitoes to some extent, try professional help if the problem gets severe.

Other Tips To Keep Mosquitoes Away

• Mosquitoes breed on standing water. Make sure you don't have any flower pots or containers with stagnant water around the house. Don't overwater plants, stagnant water can become a mosquito breeding site.
• Use mosquito nets when sleeping. Make sure the nets don't have any holes and are properly tucked in before you get to sleep.
• Using strong fragrances at home can attract mosquitoes. Use mild room fragrances.
• If you have a home garden, do regular maintenance, and remove debris, and leaves to keep mosquitoes away.
• Use mosquito traps, and mosquito repellent plants like lavender, and basil at doors and windows.

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