Keeping Geckos Away from Home: All the Most Effective Natural Remedies

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#### 3. **Coffee and Tobacco Balls**

This traditional method is very effective but should be used cautiously.

* **How to make:** Mix coffee grounds with tobacco to form a paste. Roll into small balls and place in areas where geckos gather.
* **Note:** This is toxic to geckos and should be kept away from children and pets.

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#### 4. **Pepper Spray (Chili or Black Pepper)**

Geckos hate spicy smells. A natural pepper spray irritates their senses and keeps them from returning.

* **DIY Spray:** Mix crushed chili flakes or black pepper with water, strain, and spray around baseboards, windows, or other entry points.

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#### 5. **Mothballs**

Mothballs release a strong chemical odor that repels geckos, but they contain **naphthalene**, which can be harmful to humans and pets if used improperly.

* **Safer option:** Use **camphor balls** instead, which are less toxic but still effective.

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#### 6. **Essential Oils**

Geckos dislike the strong aromas of certain essential oils, including:

* **Eucalyptus oil**

* **Tea tree oil**

* **Peppermint oil**

* **Cinnamon oil**

* **How to use:** Add 10–15 drops of essential oil to a cup of water and spray around gecko-prone areas.

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#### 7. **Cold Temperatures**

Geckos are cold-blooded and become sluggish in low temperatures. Keeping your home cool (especially at night) can make it less hospitable.

* **Tip:** If you have an AC or fan, direct airflow to corners where geckos typically rest.

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### 🔧 Prevention Tips

Natural repellents work best when paired with **preventive measures**:

* **Seal cracks and crevices** – Use caulk or weather stripping around doors, windows, and walls.
* **Fix insect issues** – Reduce the gecko food supply by eliminating flies, mosquitoes, or ants.
* **Keep lights low at night** – Outdoor lights attract insects, which attract geckos.
* **Declutter** – Reduce hiding places by clearing storage spaces and unused items.

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### ⚠️ What NOT to Do

* Avoid using glue traps or sticky boards—they’re inhumane and messy.
* Don’t use toxic chemicals indoors unless absolutely necessary.
* Never attempt to harm geckos directly—many are protected species in certain regions.

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### 🧼 Cleanliness Matters

Geckos leave droppings that may contain bacteria. Regularly clean walls, floors, and surfaces where they’ve been. Use disinfectant spray, especially around kitchens and food-prep areas.

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### 🏡 Final Thoughts

Geckos may not be harmful, but they can be an unwanted guest in your home. Luckily, with these **natural, affordable remedies**, you can gently (but firmly) encourage them to move out.

The key is **consistency**—a combination of smell-based deterrents, cleanliness, and sealing entry points will lead to long-term results.

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**Ready to gecko-proof your home?** Try a few of these remedies today and enjoy a critter-free space—naturally.

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