5 Easy Ways to Keep Lizards Out of Your Home This Summer
1. 🍋 Use Natural Repellents (Like Lemon & Pepper Spray)
- Mix lemon juice, black pepper, and water in a spray bottle.
- Spray in corners, windows, and entry points.
- Lizards hate the strong scent and acidic environment!
2. 🌿 Place Garlic or Onion Cloves Around the House
- Lizards dislike the pungent smell of garlic and onions.
- Place peeled cloves near windows, behind doors, or under the sink.
- Bonus: It also repels insects, which attract lizards!
3. 🕯️ Keep the House Well-Lit & Dry
- Lizards love dark, humid spaces.
- Open windows during the day for sunlight ☀️
- Use dehumidifiers or fans in damp areas (like bathrooms or basements).
4. 🍳 Use Eggshells as a Natural Deterrent
- Place clean, dry eggshell halves in the corners of rooms.
- Lizards assume itās a predatorās territory and stay away!
- Replace shells weekly to avoid odor or bugs.
5. 🚫 Seal Entry Points
- Block all the little cracks, gaps in windows, and drain covers where lizards might sneak in.
- Use mesh or silicone sealant to close them off.
- Clean up leftover food and insects ā no food, no lizards!
💡 Bonus Tip:
✨ Naphthalene balls (mothballs) in cupboards and sinks also work ā just keep them out of reach of kids & pets.