10 easy hacks to keep cockroaches, lizards, mosquitoes away

10 easy hacks to keep cockroaches, lizards, mosquitoes away

By Namita S Kalla | May 27, 2025 | Image: Canva

Control cockroaches

Cockroaches thrive in dirty, damp places so clean all food crumbs and fix leaks promptly to make your home less inviting for them

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Cover the cracks

Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and walls to block cockroach entry and prevent them from hiding inside your living space

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Reduce flies and insects

Dispose waste regularly and keep bins tightly covered to stop flies from breeding and invading your kitchen or garden areas

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Use screens

Use fly screens on windows and doors to prevent flies and other insects from entering your home and disturbing your comfort

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Clean spills quickly

Clean up spilled sugary drinks or food immediately to avoid attracting flies that can spread bacteria and cause illnesses

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Remove stagnant water

empty any stagnant water from containers, plant pots, or old tyres to stop mosquitoes from breeding near your home environment

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Protect with nets

Use mosquito nets over beds or outdoor seating areas at night to protect yourself from bites and reduce infection risks

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Spray insect repellents

Apply insect repellent on exposed skin when outside to reduce the chances of mosquito bites and the spread of diseases

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Keep spiders away

Keep corners and ceilings free from webs by vacuuming regularly and reducing clutter where spiders like to hide and breed

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Keep lizards away

Get rid of insects from your home as lizards feed on them; reducing insects will discourage lizards from hanging around

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