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Importantly, cockroaches are notoriously hardy and able to adapt to various environments, making them difficult to control once established. Therefore, it is essential to take preventive measures to avoid the appearance of an infestation. Some helpful actions include storing food properly, cleaning rooms regularly, sealing cracks and crevices, and monitoring for signs of infestation.
Chinese method to repel cockroaches
One solution you can do yourself is to prepare a homemade repellent using ingredients like lemon, garlic and alcohol: a foolproof Chinese method .
To prepare this repellent you will need a lemon, two cloves of garlic and denatured alcohol. Start by cutting the lemon into thin slices and peeling the garlic cloves. Take a glass container with an airtight lid and place the lemon slices and garlic cloves inside. Next, pour the denatured alcohol into the container until the ingredients are completely covered. Close the container and let it sit for about a week in a cool, dark place.
After the rest period, the repellent will be ready for use . You can apply it in corners of the house, along cracks, window sills and other possible entry routes for cockroaches.
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