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Effective Ways to Quickly Eliminate Bed Bugs, Cockroaches, and Fruit Flies
How to Use Heat Treatment
- Step 1: Identify infested areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and nearby furniture.
- Step 2: Use a high-temperature steam cleaner to treat these areas, focusing on cracks, crevices, and seams.
- Step 3: Wash all bedding, curtains, and clothing in hot water (above 130°F/54°C) and dry them on high heat for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 4: Place small infested items, such as books or shoes, in a sealed plastic bag and expose them to direct sunlight for several hours.
Additional Tips
- Use protective encasements on mattresses and pillows to prevent re-infestation.
- Vacuum daily around affected areas and dispose of the vacuum bag immediately.
2. DIY Natural Spray for Cockroaches and Fruit Flies
Cockroaches and fruit flies are common household pests that can be controlled with a natural spray made from white vinegar, essential oils, and dish soap.
Why It Works
- White vinegar: Disrupts insect pheromones and acts as a repellent.
- Essential oils: Oils like peppermint and tea tree have strong insecticidal properties.
- Dish soap: Breaks surface tension, suffocating insects.
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