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Bug killer

CherryHugs — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:41:32 GMT

Does anyone have something that really works to kill a spider, earwig or house centipedes? Something that kills on contact!?

In the Spring and Summer there are way too many spiders in the apartment and they freak me out. They pop up now and then during that time of the year. Not as many as an Exterminator is needed. Plus this place would not get one, they are too cheap.

I have tried hairspray and it will work but takes so much and takes awhile lol.

I read that you can use Lysol spray. I have not tried it.

I wonder if you can vaccumn bugs up with your sweeper? I did this and taped the end of the hose! I kept hoping they would not find a way out!!!

I dont wanna use toxic spider spray or anything toxic though.

Thank you!

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Tyak — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:28:48 GMT

An exterminator.

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CherryHugs — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:33:26 GMT

LOL its not that bad to need one thankfully. They just pop up now and then in the Spring and Summer.

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MalteseMomma — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:35:39 GMT

I swear by Raid Bug Barrier. I know you said you didn't want bug sprays but this stuff really works!

I spray it arround my windows and doors. I have a centipede problem .Every year they march up my stairs,under the door and right into the house.

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SilleeMee — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:39:01 GMT

Peppermint EO and Neem oil works well to repel many crawling insects. There are many recipes on-line for sprays to make and they work without toxicity to humans or pets.

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Azcowgirl — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:04:52 GMT

Another vote for essential oils.....I use cedar wood , peppermint, and neem oil drops in a couple cups of water in a spray bottle.

Good luck keeping the creepy crawlers out 🐞🕷🦂🐜🐛

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Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:30:37 GMT

I used to have Orkin (a large exterminator company) come to my house once a month.

Now that was around 13 years ago. But back then the guy always said there was nothing he could spray that would kill spiders because their body is ABOVE wherever he could spray.

Maybe there's something different now. We started having them spray because we had termites.

About 2 months ago I killed a wood spider. They're very scary and big but they don't hurt anything. My late husband would pick up spiders and throw them outside...Ugh!

I don't like them either. I will tell you as far as I'm concerned everyone who has a healthy fear/dislike for spiders is very smart.

A quick note: Recently my late husband's sister had a stroke. She recovered with only some weakness (sorry to use the word 'only' but it's better than what could have happened.

Then a few weeks later she had something else happen. She was hospitalized for a week (so many 'procedures' done on her they lost count).

Here's what they finally found. Her brain was swelling. What do you think was the cause? A SPIDER BITE!

I don't think they figured out what kind of spider. She remembered she'd been bitten back in the Summer! At the time it got a little red and was the size of a pimple. Had it not done that, she'd have never noticed it.

They course of treatment was massive antibiotics. As far as I know she's finally getting better.

Bottom line. Don't make friends with a spider, you never know.

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Pook — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:39:43 GMT

@CherryHugsYou could get a bug vacuum. Amazon has them but they don't kill them. You have to dump what you vacuum up out. I have one and I find it works well.

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Irish1210 — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:39:27 GMT

I have the Orkin Man here every 3 months........used to be every month, but I found 4 times per year sufficient : )

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CherryHugs — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:40:29 GMT

Oh NO that is just awful about that spider bite doing that! That is scary!!

I dislike bugs so much. Creepy crawlies freak me out.

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CherryHugs — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:41:27 GMT

Actually used to have a bug vac that my family got me. Had it a long time but it stopped working. I have thought about getting one though! I have read mixed reviews but glad it works for you!!

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CherryHugs — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 18:42:45 GMT

Does anyone sweep them up with a vacumn or a dust buster??

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kitcat51 — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 20:46:56 GMT

I'm afraid of spiders & earwings are so gross so I do use a vac to suck them up. Little Miss Muffets Revenge is a good spray to use outdoors or inside, the website gives directions on how to use it & the best areas to spray...I know that the OP doesn't want a spray but it might help someone else. Peppermint oil soaked cotton balls is recommended by some for getting rid of mice, spiders & bugs but I've never tried it. Good Luck, hope you find a solution.

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Glittergal — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 22:16:05 GMT

Prevention is your best friend, especially if you have pets and don't want neurotixins in your apartment.

Real peppermint essential oil sprayed works wonders on spiders (as well as ants, mice, and other pests). You have to apply it at doorways, windows, and reapply. They hate this scent because it interferes with their senses. It's nontoxic (unlike hairspray) and eliminates the cruelty factor (can you imagine how bad the suffering is to die from being coated in hairspray?) If you see these creatures you can place a jar over them, slide a card underneath, and release them outside where they belong.

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FranandZoe — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 02:51:12 GMT

Ehrlich Pest Control. They come 3 times a year and spray inside and out. No more spiders or centipedes. Or anything. We used to get ants every spring too - no more. It even cut down on the stink bugs. What prompted us getting them was the large wolf spiders. They'll also comes as needed for anything - like a wasp nest - at no extra charge. Well worth it.

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Fressa — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 16:21:10 GMT

I use Raid House adn Garden if something creeps inside. Every so many months we mix and Ortho formula and spray around the outside of the foundation. Our house is surrounded by woods so we have a bit extra work in this area. I have dogs so I can't use the essential oils.

I've also purchased those plug in pest sonic devices and they work for our needs. I've seen an improvement in the lower level and garage areas especially.

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bonnie f — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 19:17:14 GMT

i know a guy who swears by essential peppermint oil.. he says he sprays it once a month or maybe every 2 months around his house.. and he never sees a bug, or mouse... i never tried it, but he says to mix it with water in a spray bottle... but i still think an exterminator is the best....