How To Use Borax To Kill Fleas

How To Use Borax To Kill Fleas

Borax is an easy to use home remedy that can help you get rid of fleas naturally. There are a number of ways to kill fleas. You can use this natural and chemical free method as part of your overall flea removal plan.

In this post I’m going to be showing you how to use borax to kill fleas without harming your pets or the environment. I’ll start by giving you a bit of background on what borax is and then go into step by step instructions on how to use borax to kill fleas in your home. Rest assured, it’s a lot easier than you think.

How To Use Borax To Kill Fleas

Borax is a natural product that can kill fleas. It should be used in conjunction with a flea spray, however, because it takes a while to work and the fleas can just move to another area of your house. To use borax, mix 1/2 cup of borax and 1/2 cup of hot water. Stir until it is dissolved and then add 1/2 cup vinegar. Pour this mixture into a spray bottle, shake well and then spray it on all areas where you have seen fleas. You can also spray your dog with this mixture, but make sure you dilute it before applying it directly on the dog’s skin.

Borax is a mineral that can be found in nature, but it can also be synthesized in a laboratory. It’s used in many different products, including laundry detergent, toothpaste and cosmetics. Borax is also used as an insecticide and fungicide.

It’s important to note that borax can be toxic if ingested or inhaled in large quantities. However, when used properly in small amounts, it is safe for humans and pets alike.

Applying Borax to kill fleas on your pet is easy! All you need to do is sprinkle some borax onto your pets fur and rub it in with your hands until all of the fur has been covered by the powder. Leave the powder on for at least 24 hours before washing off with warm water and soap.

How To Use Borax To Kill Fleas

Before you start using borax, please make sure that you have read the warnings section of this article. Additionally, please note that while extensive research and experience has been put into this article, The Bug Squad is not responsible for any adverse reactions or poor results.

Step 1: Sprinkle borax powder on your carpets and in areas where you have a major flea problem.
Step 2: Give the carpets a good brush with a stiff house brush or broom. This helps the borax powder get down deep and reach any fleas that may be hiding themselves from your wrath.
Step 3: After at least 24-48 hours (longer is better), vacuum your carpets thoroughly, spending extra time in areas where you used borax.

It’s really as simple as that. Just remember that you will also need to treat your pets for fleas (don’t use borax though). Here is a great guide on dog flea removal and how to safely kill fleas on cats. Will borax kill fleas immediately? Not likely. But if you stick to these steps, they will die after a couple days so be patient!

A great alternative for borax flea control is food grade diatomaceous earth. The application is the same as listed in the directions above and it’s completely natural and safe for your family. While borax may give you quicker results, if given the choice between the two, I will always choose diatomaceous earth and if you haven’t had the opportunity to try it out, I highly recommend doing so. 🙂 You can also use dawn soap to get rid of fleas on your furry pets, and although it doesn’t keep them away, it provides instant results.

Finally, if you are looking for an alternative, plain old table salt and baking soda have also proven to be a valuable weapon against fleas in carpets. I have personally seen good results using this method and if you are on a tight budget, this may be your answer for cheap flea control.

In conclusion, does borax kill fleas? Absolutely yes! while there are a few risks for using borax fleas treatments, it’s definitely a great option for effective flea control in your home. However, it’s also important to treat your pets with a decent spot on product (such as Front Line) to ensure that you get rid of all the fleas and don’t have another generation of these pests invading your home. I also recommend performing all the flea removal tasks on the same day to ensure that you kill them all without any chance for potential reproduction between treatments. Remember that you can also make a few flea traps to get rid of them in your carpets.

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