How to Use Baking Soda to Get Rid of Pests Naturally

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Ants can quickly become a major nuisance when they establish trails into your home. Here’s how to use baking soda to combat them:

Powdered Sugar and Baking Soda Mixture:

  • Combine equal parts baking soda and powdered sugar (the fine texture matches better than granulated sugar)
  • Sprinkle the mixture along ant trails and near entry points
  • The worker ants will carry the mixture back to the colony, affecting the entire ant population
  • For best results, place the mixture in small container lids to keep it contained

For Ant Mounds Outdoors:

  1. Dampen the ant mound with water
  2. Sprinkle approximately 2 cups of baking soda over the mound
  3. After 30 minutes, pour 1 cup of vinegar onto the mound
  4. The chemical reaction helps eliminate the colony

For Fleas

Fleas can infest carpets, furniture, and pets, causing discomfort and potentially spreading diseases. Baking soda can help in managing these tiny pests:

Carpet Treatment:

  1. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda evenly across carpeted areas
  2. For enhanced effectiveness, add equal parts of table salt to the baking soda
  3. Use a broom or brush to work the mixture deep into carpet fibers
  4. Let it sit overnight to dehydrate fleas and their eggs
  5. Vacuum thoroughly the next day and immediately dispose of the vacuum bag outside

Pet Treatment:

  • Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1.5 cups of warm water
  • Apply the diluted solution to your pet’s wet fur during bathtime (avoid the face)
  • Let it sit for a minute, then rinse thoroughly
  • Always consult with your veterinarian before trying new treatments on pets

For Rodents

While more challenging to control, rodents like mice and rats can sometimes be deterred using baking soda:

Baking Soda Bait:

  1. Mix 2/3 cup baking soda, 2/3 cup flour, and 2/3 cup sugar
  2. Add a small amount of water to form a dough-like consistency
  3. Roll the mixture into small balls
  4. Place these balls in areas with rodent activity
  5. The mixture causes gas to build up in the rodent’s digestive system

Note: For severe rodent infestations, professional pest control services are usually more effective and humane.

Preventative Measures Using Baking Soda

Beyond treating active infestations, baking soda can be used preventatively:

Natural Repellent Sprays

All-Purpose Pest Repellent:

  1. Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 cup of water
  2. Add a few drops of dish soap
  3. Pour into a spray bottle
  4. Apply to areas prone to pest activity
  5. Reapply weekly as a preventative measure

Garden Applications

Plant Fungus Prevention:

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