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An Old Trick That Gets Rid of Flies and Cockroaches from Your Home
There’s nothing more annoying than dealing with pesky flies buzzing around or the unwanted sight of cockroaches scuttling in your living space. While there are plenty of chemical sprays and expensive traps on the market, sometimes the simplest, oldest tricks work best—without exposing your family or pets to harsh toxins.
Here’s a tried-and-true method that’s been quietly effective for generations—and it’s easy to try at home.
The Natural Trick: Vinegar and Dish Soap Trap
This simple trap uses everyday household ingredients and works great for both flies and cockroaches.
What You Need:
- A shallow bowl or jar
- Apple cider vinegar (or any vinegar you have)
- A few drops of dish soap
- Plastic wrap (optional)
- A toothpick or fork (if using plastic wrap)
How It Works:
- Pour vinegar into the bowl:
Fill your bowl or jar with about an inch or two of apple cider vinegar. The strong smell of vinegar is highly attractive to flies and cockroaches. - Add dish soap:
Drop a few drops of dish soap into the vinegar. This breaks the surface tension of the liquid, so when the insects land, they can’t escape and drown. - Cover with plastic wrap (optional):
For added effectiveness, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and poke small holes with a toothpick or fork. This lets the bugs in but makes it difficult for them to get out. - Place traps where needed:
Put your trap near windows, doors, kitchen counters, or anywhere you notice bugs frequenting.
