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Natural Ways To Prevent Spiders From Entering Your Property Or Home

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If you live in a warm climate that a variety of spiders thrive in and are worried about encountering some on your property or in your home, learn how to naturally keep them away with the following tips. Once you have implemented each of the ideas, enjoy your surroundings without being concerned about facing creepy, crawly pests.

Citrus Oil

Citrus oil works as a natural pest repellent that can effectively prevent just about any type of pest from wanting to enter your premises. The citrus odor is unappealing to spiders and insects but will help freshen-up your home and can be used as a cleaning agent. Spray the bottom of your home's siding with a generous amount of citrus oil. Use a scrub brush to work it into the siding. Rinse any residue from your home's exterior with a water hose. The citrus smell will linger for days. Add more oil to your home when needed.

Clean non-porous surfaces in your home with citrus oil on a regular basis, especially areas where food crumbs may have dropped. Rinse away citrus oil when finished with plain water. Dry surfaces with a towel.

White Vinegar

White vinegar works as a natural disinfectant that will eliminate germs and make your home unappealing to spiders. Make a cleaning solution by adding equal amounts of vinegar and water to a bucket. Stir the two components together until they are thoroughly mixed. Clean any hard surfaces with the solution, including floors, patios, and walkways. Use a scrub brush to remove tough stains on any of the area. After you rinse the vinegar away with plain water, the faint smell that is still present will assist with keeping spiders at bay.

Cedar

Cedar emits an earthy scent that spiders are not fond of. Sprinkle cedar mulch around the perimeter of your home. If you have flower beds or large trees in your yard, placing a layer of cedar mulch around them will add beauty to the plants and help the soil retain moisture, as well as effectively deter spiders.

Purchase some cedar blocks or sachets that are filled with cedar chips and line cupboards and drawers inside of your home with them. Your home's environment will have a pleasant scent and you won't need to worry about spiders making a home inside of your dwelling.

All of these natural methods will continue to effectively work as long as you use them on a regular basis. Your home will be cleaner and pleasantly-scented by using each of them, as well. If you need more information, consider contacting a professional like those at Mr. Beez Pest Control.


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