Effective Ways to Repel Pests Using Garlic: Mice, Flies, Lice, Cockroaches, Lizards, Mosquitoes

### Garlic Mosquito Spray:
– Crush 5–6 garlic cloves.
– Boil in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes.
– Let cool, strain, and pour into a spray bottle.
– Spray around your patio, garden, and doorways.

**Optional:** Add a few drops of essential oil (like lavender or citronella) to boost the scent and make it more pleasant for humans.

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## **Final Tips for Using Garlic as Pest Control**

– **Fresh is best.** Use freshly crushed garlic for stronger potency.
– **Consistency is key.** Reapply garlic sprays or replace cloves every few days.
– **Safe but smelly.** Garlic works great but be prepared for a strong scent indoors.
– **Pair with other natural remedies** like lemon, cloves, or essential oils for multi-pest protection.

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## Natural, Affordable, and Chemical-Free

Garlic may not be the first thing you think of for pest control, but it’s been used for centuries to repel unwanted visitors. From mice to mosquitoes, this all-natural solution is a simple, affordable, and non-toxic way to protect your home—without harsh chemicals.

So next time you stock up on garlic for your kitchen, save a few cloves for your pest-defense plan. It might just be the easiest (and smelliest) solution you’ll ever try.

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