🧅 Natural Pest Repellent: Get Rid of Cockroaches & Lizards in 5 Minutes Using Onion
✅ Why Onion Works:
Onions contain strong sulfur compounds and a pungent smell that irritates the respiratory systems of pests like cockroaches and lizards. They act as a natural repellent, making the environment unpleasant for them without using harmful chemicals.
🧪 DIY Onion Pest Control Recipe
🧾 Ingredients:
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda (optional, enhances effectiveness)
- 1 cup of water
- 1 spray bottle or small bowls
🧑🍳 Instructions:
- Chop the onion into small pieces.
- Boil 1 cup of water, then add the chopped onion.
- Let it simmer for 3–5 minutes to release the strong odor.
- Optional: Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda to the mixture and stir well.
- Let the mixture cool down, then strain the liquid.
- Pour the liquid into a spray bottle OR place soaked cotton balls in small bowls.
How to Use:
🟤 For Cockroaches:
- Spray directly in areas where cockroaches hide (under sinks, behind fridges, in cupboards).
- OR place onion-soaked cotton balls in dark corners.
- Cockroaches will begin to flee within minutes due to the intense smell.
🦎 For Lizards:
- Spray near windows, light fixtures, and walls where lizards usually appear.
- The smell deters them, and they’ll avoid the area almost immediately.
⏱️ Results:
- Starts repelling pests within 5 minutes.
- Works best if used daily for a few days to fully clear infested areas.
⚠️ Tips & Warnings:
- Refresh the solution every 2–3 days for maximum effectiveness.
- Keep away from pets and children, as the smell can be strong.
- This is a natural repellent, not an instant killer—best for preventing infestation or forcing pests to leave.