THE warm weather is great for getting some fresh air into your home, but often bugs enter too.
A simple trick can repel pests this summer, and all you need is a food item you’d usually throw away.
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This handy hack won’t cost you anything, and helps to keep insects such as silverfish out of your home.
The pest control experts at Summit Environmental Solutions revealed that cucumber peelings are “one of the best ways to remove silverfish”.
According to the pros, the distinct smell of the fruit repels the insects.
“Cucumber smell is hated and not tolerated by these pests,” they explained.
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They revealed that by placing the peels of your cucumber throughout your home, you can stop these bugs from “entering your house and making it their home”.
Simply peel the cucumber and place the peels in places where they might enter your house.
You can also place these peels in the places where you generally spot the insects, such as kitchen cupboards or your bathroom.
“Do remember to keep replacing the peels till the time you have gotten rid of the silverfish infestation permanently,” the experts advised.
While silverfish are a year-round issue, they have been known to thrive in humid conditions.
So now is the time to get ahead of the summer heat and take action against these pests.
As well as thriving in damp conditions, silverfish are also attracted to starch-based foods and paper products.
This means you should pay particular attention to your kitchen when pest-proofing your home.
Another hack can help deter silverfish from your home, and it will only set you back £1.40.
You can also use soap and tights to repel flies from your home this summer.
A budget-friendly hack can help to banish slugs and snails from your garden.
Keep pests out all summer
IF you want to ensure that your home is pest free this summer, here’s what you need to know.
Hornets and wasps – hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay.
Moths – acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent.
Flying ants – herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents.
Mosquitoes – plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mozzies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass.
You can also use a £1.40 household item to deter ants from entering your home.
A 49p hack helps to keep wasps from your garden, but you’ll want to act soon.
Another trick prevents squirrels from digging up your garden and all you need is a kitchen staple.
And common storage mistakes may be attracting rodents to your garden shed.
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