1. Boric Acid for Cockroaches
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Mix boric acid powder with sugar or flour as bait.
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Cockroaches eat it, which eventually kills them.
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Place in corners, under sinks, or behind appliances—out of reach of children and pets.
2. Peppermint Oil (Repellent)
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Cockroaches and rats dislike peppermint oil.
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Mix a few drops with water and spray around entry points, cabinets, and corners.
3. Rat Traps
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Use snap traps, glue traps, or electronic traps for rats.
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Bait with peanut butter, dried fruit, or grains.
4. Seal Entry Points
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Rats can squeeze through tiny holes.
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Seal gaps around pipes, doors, windows, and walls with steel wool or caulk.
5. Keep Areas Clean
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Remove food crumbs, garbage, and standing water.
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Cockroaches thrive in moist, cluttered areas.
6. Commercial Rodenticides and Insecticides
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Only use labeled products carefully, following instructions to avoid poisoning pets or humans.
⚠️ Safety Tips
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Never leave boric acid or traps where children or pets can access them.
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Avoid mixing chemicals that could create harmful fumes.
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Persistent infestations may require professional pest control.
✅ Bottom line:
For cockroaches, boric acid or peppermint oil works well; for rats, traps and sealing entry points are effective. Hygiene and prevention are just as important as the treatment.
If you want, I can give a step-by-step DIY mixture that targets both rats and cockroaches safely.