Home Remedies

ESSENTIAL OILS



Lavender, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, and Clove Oils are good oils to help repel general pests.

1.      Using a Spray Bottle, mix Oil of choice and Water.

2.      Spray the mixture onto the baseboards, in problem areas.

3.      Mixture can also be used as a Mist on furniture and linens. Please allow the spray to Air Dry.     

*Peppermint Oil is not only a good repellent for Ants and Spiders; Peppermint repels other pests, to include Beetles, Caterpillars, Fleas, Flies, Lice, Moths, Aphids and Mice.   

Here are Three Ways to effectively apply this Oil:

  •          Soak Cotton Balls in the Oil. Hide the cotton balls where pests are active.
  •          Apply the Oil directly to the affected areas.
  •  Diluting the Oil with Water. Mix 10 Drops of Peppermint Oil with 16oz of Water. Spray the perimeter of the problem areas.