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**Instructions:**
Apply small dabs of the paste in hidden areas. Roaches eat it and carry it back to their nest, killing others. Reapply every few days for best results.
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### 🍋 **6. Lemon Water Cleanser**
Lemon juice contains antimicrobial properties and its scent repels cockroaches.
**How to use:**
Add lemon juice to your mop water and use it to clean floors and surfaces regularly. Bonus: your house will smell fresh and clean too!
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### 🪤 **7. DIY Jar Traps**
Create simple traps to catch and kill cockroaches.
**Instructions:**
Take a jar and line the inside top rim with petroleum jelly. Place a piece of bread soaked in beer or sugar water at the bottom. Roaches will climb in, but the slick sides prevent them from escaping.
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### ✅ **Bonus: Seal Entry Points**
Use caulk to seal cracks around windows, doors, and plumbing lines. This keeps new roaches from entering after you’ve cleared out the current infestation.
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### 🏁 **In Summary**
Cockroaches may be persistent, but with a clean home and these smart remedies, you can fight back naturally and effectively. From baking soda traps to bay leaves and garlic sprays, these DIY solutions are affordable, chemical-free, and surprisingly powerful.
**Consistency is key**—combine regular cleaning with your chosen remedies, and you’ll start to see results in just a few days.
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