– 5 to 6 garlic cloves, crushed
– 1 cup of water
– Dish soap
Preparation and use:
Boil the crushed garlic in a cup of water for 10 minutes.
Let cool, strain and pour the liquid into a spray bottle. I added a few drops of dish soap to make the liquid adhere better to the surfaces.
Spray the mixture on baseboards, door and window frames, corners, and anywhere rats can enter.
Advice: If the smell is too strong for your liking, you can prepare the spray and use it only at night, ventilating during the day.
3. Garlic powder for difficult areas
What you need:
– Garlic powder
– Black pepper or cayenne pepper (optional)
Use:
Sprinkle garlic powder directly into corners where rats often pass or where you suspect they hide.
If you want to reinforce the effect, mix it with black or cayenne pepper.
Trick: This method is ideal for places where liquid cannot be sprayed, such as behind appliances or in cracks in the floor.
4. Mixes with other natural repellents
Garlic can be combined with white vinegar, peppermint essential oil, or eucalyptus to enhance its effect. A good option is to prepare small capsules with crushed garlic and a few drops of peppermint oil, placing them in open jars in strategic places in the home.
Bonus Tip: Alternate ingredients each week to prevent pests from getting used to the smell.
How to Use Garlic Against Household Insects
