How to Get Rid of Fleas, Ants, and Cockroaches Naturally

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## 🐜 2. **Ants: The Organized Intruders**

Ants are tiny but incredibly persistent. Once one finds a crumb, hundreds follow.

### ✅ Natural Ways to Get Rid of Ants:

**1. Vinegar & Water Spray**

* Mix 50/50 white vinegar and water.
* Spray on countertops, baseboards, windowsills, and ant trails.
* It disrupts their scent trails and kills on contact.

**2. Lemon Juice**

* Ants dislike acidic environments.
* Wipe entryways with lemon juice or place lemon peels near entry points.

**3. Cinnamon & Clove Powder**

* Sprinkle along windows, doorways, and cracks.
* The strong scent deters ants.

**4. DIY Ant Bait (Borax + Sugar)**

* Mix 1 tablespoon Borax with 3 tablespoons sugar and a few drops of water to make a paste.
* Place on cardboard near ant paths. They carry it back to the nest.

> ⚠️ **Caution:** Keep borax baits away from pets and kids.

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## 🐾 3. **Fleas: The Pet and Home Wreckers**

Fleas multiply fast and hide well — in carpet, upholstery, bedding, and your pet’s fur.

### ✅ Natural Ways to Get Rid of Fleas:

**1. Vacuum Daily (and Dispose of the Bag)**

* Vacuum carpets, rugs, sofas, and cracks where fleas might hide.
* Throw the bag outside immediately to avoid re-infestation.

**2. Diatomaceous Earth (Again!)**

* Safe and effective against adult fleas.
* Lightly dust carpets, pet beds, and floors.
* Let sit for a few hours, then vacuum thoroughly.

**3. Apple Cider Vinegar Pet Spray**

* Mix 1 part ACV with 1 part water.
* Spray lightly onto your pet’s coat (avoid eyes, ears, and open wounds).
* Acts as a natural flea deterrent and makes the coat shine.

**4. Flea Trap with Soapy Water**

* At night, place a shallow bowl of soapy water under a lamp.
* Fleas are drawn to the light and jump into the water — and drown.

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## 🧼 Bonus: General Prevention Tips

Whether it’s ants, fleas, or cockroaches — prevention is key.

### ✅ Keep a Clean House:

* Wipe up crumbs and spills immediately
* Empty trash bins regularly
* Don’t leave pet food out overnight

### ✅ Seal Entry Points:

* Use caulk to close cracks, baseboards, and window gaps
* Repair torn screens and door seals

### ✅ Maintain a Dry Environment:

* Fix leaky pipes or faucets
* Use a dehumidifier in damp areas (basements, bathrooms)

### ✅ Wash Pet Bedding Weekly:

* Hot water kills flea eggs and larvae
* Brush pets with a flea comb regularly

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## 🧠 Final Thoughts

You *can* take control of your home naturally — no foggers, poisons, or expensive exterminators required.

With a combination of **DIY traps**, **natural repellents**, and **good cleaning habits**, fleas, ants, and cockroaches don’t stand a chance.

Consistency is key. Stay proactive, treat early, and these pests will quickly realize:

> **Your home is not their home.**

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**Need a printable pest-fighting checklist or a pet-safe cleaning guide? Just ask — I’m happy to send one your way! 🧹🌱**