Let’s face it – no matter how brave you are, you are probably a little scared of spiders and insects, especially if you live in a house with a big yard full of trees. Spiders are present in almost any house on Earth with everyone trying to get rid of them quickly and effectively. There are many commercial products which claim to work, but they have limited potential and are also full of harmful chemicals.
So, what’s left? How do we get rid of the pests? Don’t worry, we have a list of natural repellents which we consider best for eliminating spiders in your home!
Citrus fruits
Spiders hate citrus fruits, so if you have lemon essential oil in your home, you can put a few drops in every corner of your house. Citrus fruit peels can help you as well.
Cedar
Cedar is a great spider repellent – put some cedar blocks in your cupboards, closets and garden, or buy cedar hangers and forget about spiders in your closet.
White vinegar
Vinegar is extremely versatile – it can repel most insects, including spiders. Mix a part of vinegar with two parts of water in a spray bottle and spray the infested areas in your house and yard.
Peppermint essential oil
Spiders hate peppermint oil, so why not use it as a natural repellent? Mix 8 drops of peppermint essential oil with some liquid dish soap and water and spray the solution in every corner of your house. If the solution isn’t minty enough, add 8 more drops of the oil in the bottle. A mixture of vinegar and peppermint essential oil is also a great natural repellent.
Chestnuts
Chestnuts, walnuts and horse chestnuts are another effective spider repellent. Their scent contains a chemical which spiders hate – put some chestnuts on your windowsills and the critters will be gone soon!
Keep it clean
Of course, the best way to prevent spiders from infesting your house is to keep it clean at all times. Vacuum and sweep your floors, and de-clutter your rooms seasonally to save some space. Also, make sure the outside of your home is clean as well – this means that your lawn must be kept clean, and you should close all gaps in your doors and windowsills. If you’re living in an apartment, clean your balcony and windows regularly.
Try the aforementioned tips to keep your home spider-free!
