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3 Great Natural Remedies to Keep Cockroaches Away in Your Home
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### **3. Essential Oils Spray (Peppermint or Eucalyptus)**
**How it works:**
Cockroaches hate the strong scent of essential oils like peppermint and eucalyptus. These oils overwhelm their senses and drive them away from treated areas.
**How to use:**
* Fill a spray bottle with water and add 10–15 drops of peppermint or eucalyptus oil.
* Spray along baseboards, in cracks, under appliances, and around doors and windows.
* Reapply every few days or after cleaning the area.
**Bonus benefit:**
Your home will smell naturally fresh and clean — no artificial fragrances needed.
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### A Few Extra Prevention Tips:
* Keep food sealed and store leftovers properly.
* Take out trash regularly and clean bins.
* Fix leaks and avoid leaving standing water.
* Declutter dark, undisturbed areas like closets and under the sink.
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### Final Thoughts
While chemical pesticides can be harsh and potentially harmful, **natural remedies offer a safer, eco-friendly way to deal with cockroaches**. These simple tricks using items you may already have at home are surprisingly effective and easy to incorporate into your regular cleaning routine.
Try these methods and enjoy a cleaner, roach-free home — naturally!
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