Finding cockroaches in your kitchen is just one of many cockroach related problems that may occur. The main question is how do you get rid of those creepy crawlers? There are some simple and fun ways to repel cockroaches forever from your home and keep them from coming back. Cockroaches have always been an issue for homeowners, especially those who live in urban areas where sanitation is poor. Cockroaches carry many diseases and germs and can contaminate our food. We don’t want to invite them into our homes, so here are some natural ways to repel cockroaches forever.

Natural Ways To Repel Cockroaches

Introduction

Cockroaches are disgusting! Cockroaches carry diseases. Cockroaches cause asthma. There’s really no reason to have cockroaches in your home. Luckily, you don’t need to use chemical pesticides or traps to get rid of them, because there are many effective natural ways to repel cockroaches that work just as well…and sometimes even better! Check out these natural roach repellents below.

Peppermint oil

Peppermint oil is another natural repellent that can be used to deter cockroaches. This essential oil has citrusy properties and is related to mint, which roaches dislike. However, it should only be applied sparingly as too much of this substance may irritate human skin.

When using peppermint oil as a repellent you should dilute it with water in a 1:4 ratio before applying it around the home or on your body for maximum effectiveness. Also remember that this substance should never be consumed in any form!

Some people have reported success using dish soap and vinegar as cockroach repellents but we recommend keeping these substances out of reach of children and pets due to their toxicity levels (dish soap) or corrosive properties (vinegar).

Garlic, Onions, and Chili Peppers

Garlic, onions, and chili peppers have a strong smell that can help keep cockroaches away. Roaches don’t like the scent of garlic or onions because these substances give off an odor that roaches find unpleasant. They also contain allicin, which is a chemical compound that’s toxic to insects and other small creatures.

Chili peppers are another substance you can use to repel roaches without using chemicals. The capsaicin in chili peppers causes irritation to the skin of cockroaches when they come in contact with it, so they will try to avoid this plant altogether! However, if you have pets or children who may accidentally eat it while trying to get rid of the roach problem (kids can be messy!), make sure that these plants are kept somewhere out of reach from them so no one gets hurt by ingesting them accidentally!

Bay Leaf

Bay leaves are another great natural remedy to keep cockroaches at bay. These leaves, when crushed or ground up, release a strong aroma that can repel roaches. The smell is not harmful to humans or pets, but it’s unpleasant enough for cockroaches.

To use bay leaf as a repellent:

• Crush whole bay leaves and sprinkle them around areas where you often see the critters.
• Place dried bay leaves in areas where you don’t want to see roaches at all. (This will also make your home smell great!)

Coffee Grounds

Coffee grounds are a great way to repel cockroaches.

Cockroaches dislike the smell of coffee, so they will try to stay away from it.

This is because the scent of coffee grounds is bitter in nature and can be quite overpowering for them, which makes them want to leave the area as soon as possible.

If you want to use coffee grounds as an insect repellent, then you should make sure that you grind them up before spreading them around your home’s foundation. This will ensure that it has a stronger effect on any roaches that come into contact with it!

Catnip

Catnip is a natural insect repellent that has been used since ancient times to keep cockroaches at bay. You can make your own catnip spray by mixing one part water and one part catnip oil in a spray bottle, then shaking vigorously to mix. Spray the solution around areas where you think cockroaches are likely to enter your home, such as cracks along baseboards or cupboards, where pipes come out of walls and other places cockroaches might find entry points. The oil from the crushed leaves of the catmint herb will act as an insect repellent when applied directly to their bodies (and noses), causing them to stay away from those areas.

Pepper, Cucumbers, and Gourds

The cucumber, gourd and pepper are known to be a good repellent for cockroaches. They can also be used as traps.

To use these natural ingredients to repel roaches:

• Cut up the peppers and place them in areas where you’ve seen roaches.
• Place slices of cucumber around areas you want to keep roaches out of, like near cupboards or along kitchen counters.
• Grow gourds near your house—gourds will attract pollinating insects that eat aphids (plantslurpers) which are huge cockroach predators!

Ammonia Spray

Using an ammonia spray is a great way to repel cockroaches. Ammonia will kill the insects and their eggs, as well as irritate them. This can prevent infestations from occurring, but if there are already a lot of roaches hiding in your home, you’ll need to use this method alongside other methods for best results. To use an ammonia spray:

• Spray things like cracks and crevices where cockroaches hide with the liquid version of this product using a homemade or purchased spray bottle or hose attachment.
• Wear gloves and protective clothing when applying ammonia so that you don’t get it on yourself; also wear eye protection (like goggles) because ammonia fumes cause irritation to eyes and lungs alike.
• Keep out of reach of children as well as pets (unless they have been previously trained/conditioned).

Cockroaches do not like any of these substances.

Cockroaches do not like any of these substances. The best method for repelling cockroaches is to apply them directly to surfaces that the roaches will come in contact with, such as baseboards, crevices and corners of cupboards or cabinets. A thin layer of the substance is all that’s needed – so don’t worry about using too much of it!

The most effective way to repel roaches is by making sure they’re unable to get into your home in the first place. If you’ve got a crawlspace or basement under your house, seal off all openings leading inside using caulk or metal shield doors (you can buy these at hardware stores). Also make sure there are no holes around pipes coming into your house – this includes plumbing vents, sewer grates and drain pipes. If necessary you may need professional help sealing these areas properly because they can be difficult spots for DIYers without experience working with structural integrity issues on homes built before 1990s standards were enforced nationwide across America’s housing market landscape population distribution rates started trending upwards after World War II ended when soldiers came back home from Europe where they had been fighting abroad against Germany during WWII.”

Conclusion

We hope we’ve given you some good ideas for natural ways to repel cockroaches. Good luck with your pest control efforts!