• About Us
    • Media
      • Media – Appearances | Conferences
      • Media – Radio | Podcasts
    • Contributors to Stagetecture
  • Decorate | Organize | Celebrate
  • Contact Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use Agreement
  • Advertise
  • Services | Portfolio
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Stagetecture - Living with Style

Simple Meal Planning - Plan to Eat
  • Home
  • Decor By Room
    • Kitchen and Bath
    • Bedroom and Living
    • Kids Organization
    • Office – Home or Work
    • Laundry Room
    • Outdoor Home
    • Home Staging | Home Organization
    • Moving | Realty
  • Food Recipes
    • Brunch
    • Easy Meals
    • Healthy Eating
    • Desserts
    • Drinks
  • Wellness
    • Green Living
    • Family/Kids
    • Pets
    • Travel
  • Inspiration
    • My Decor Lifestyle Ebook
    • Best Of – Round Up
    • D.I.Y.
    • Home Decor
      • Aesthetics – Colors & Textures
      • Architecture
    • Holiday
    • Weddings
    • Linky Parties
You are here: Home / Wellness / Green Living / Natural Steps to Avoid Pest Problems at Home

Green Living Outdoor Home

Natural Steps to Avoid Pest Problems at Home

Natural Ways to Deter Pests

(A big “thank you” to our friends at Fox Pest Control for sponsoring this post!)

There are bugs and insects everywhere and everyone has a place in the world. Even the smallest and most insignificant play an integral part in maintaining our ecosystem.

But that doesn’t mean you want or should put up with them in your home!

Before looking at natural steps to avoid pest problems it is important to understand that if you discover a pest problem in your home you should contact the professionals and get the problem dealt with before it becomes worse. You can find out more about how they operate here.

That said, here are some great natural methods for keeping pests out of your home:

Citrus Peel

There are many pests which do not like the fresh smell of citrus. Spiders, ants and mosquitoes are particularly bothered by the scent.

Simply get the peel from your citrus fruit and rub it along your doorways and window edges. You can even create a polish from it and do all the wooden surfaces in your home.

White Vinegar

This product is actually used by many pest control firms by itself or as part of another ingredient. White vinegar is extremely effective at disrupting the pheromone trail that ants leave. Without their trail they will need to go elsewhere to locate a new home.

Herbs

Mint is excellent as a deterrent for almost all sorts of pests. Simply rub it along your doorways and windows. You can even plant some fresh mint to help keep them away.

The great thing about growing your own mint is that it grows very quickly. That means you’ll have an exterior barrier and a plentiful supply of leaves which can be crushed and rubbed along your window sills and doorways.

Citronella and lemongrass are also effective at keeping pests away. In fact there are plenty of herbs you can use.

Cinnamon

This spice is another natural product that many pests won’t cross. Simply sprinkle a line across your doorway and window sills. You can even do it right round your home to protect the walls.

Cucumber

If you’re looking to deter ants, moths, wasps and silverfish then place cucumber slices or peel around your home. They will do their best to avoid it.

Diatomaceous Earth (DE)

This soil is actually created naturally from the fossilized remains of tiny marine phytoplankton. It actually has the capability of damaging the exoskeleton of your pests. Once this is damaged the DE will enter the body and dehydrate it causing the insect to die. I used this method to deal with a serious earwig problem this summer.

Eucalyptus Oil

This is a great way to get rid of flies. All you need is a little of this essential oil on a cloth and then leave the cloth where the flies frequent. They don’t like the aroma and will go somewhere else.

Tidy

The most effective way to avoid pest problems is by keeping your yard tidy. Rubbish needs to be bagged and removed, debris got rid of and even your grass clippings and mulch should be a good distance from your home.

These all make good accommodation bases for the pests which then work their way into your home. Eliminate their potential homes and they will go elsewhere.

 

Receive Stagetecture's Daily Lifestyle Ideas

FREE - Daily emails with recipes, home decor, D.I.Y, and lifestyle tips! : ) Who doesn't need help?

Stagetecture.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.


1 Comment

Sign Up for Home Ideas and Free Recipes!

STAGETECTURE NEWSLETTER

Subscribe to get our latest decor, recipes, and lifestyle ideas for FREE!!

Success! Now check your email to confirm your subscription.

There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.

We won't send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time. Powered by Kit
« 7 Tips for an Organized and Efficient Move
How to Decorate a Family-Friendly Home »

Comments

  1. Ivory says

    August 23, 2018 at 2:08 pm

    Wow, thank you for all these wonderful tips. So many I was not aware of, but will be using.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Search for Recipes & Home Ideas

Stagetecture's Community

  • 1 Fans
  • 6,420 Followers
  • 5,864 Followers
  • 1 Followers
  • 6,031 Followers
  • 4,720 Posts

Sign Up for FREE Recipes & Home Ideas!

STAGETECTURE NEWSLETTER

Subscribe to get our latest decor, recipes, and lifestyle ideas for FREE!!

Success! Now check your email to confirm your subscription.

There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.

We won't send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time. Powered by Kit
Simple Meal Planning - Plan to Eat

Stagetecture on Pinterest

Visit Stagetecture's profile on Pinterest.

Image Credits

Many of the images on this site are strictly inspirational and WE DON'T CLAIM RIGHTS TO THEM. We have put source text below the images or have used stock images. Please contact us for any questions or comments.

Amazon Associates Disclosure

Stagetecture.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Disclosures

Posts on this site may contain affiliate links. If you purchase anything through certain links, a small portion of the cost comes back to us. Affiliates help to offset the expenses of running this blog. Please see the disclosure policy and terms of use agreement for full details. Thanks for supporting our site! :)

Our Featured DIY Projects

How to Construct a Pallet Furniture Table

How to Construct a Pallet Furniture Table

My Festive Porch Fall Decorating with Lowe’s Fall Wreaths

My Festive Porch Fall Decorating with Lowe’s Fall Wreaths

DIY Room Decor: How to Make a Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer

DIY Room Decor: How to Make a Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer

How We Updated our Home’s Exterior Design with Mid-America Vinyl Shutters

How We Updated our Home’s Exterior Design with Mid-America Vinyl Shutters

Mason Jar Crafts: DIY Mason Jar Ideas

Mason Jar Crafts: DIY Mason Jar Ideas

Copyright © 2025 · Divine theme by Restored 316