Cockroaches love to hide in drains, pour this in to get rid of them for good. Details in the first comment. – Page 2

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## Instructions:

### Step 1: Dry the Drain
Wipe around the drain area and avoid running water for about 30 minutes before applying this remedy. A dry environment helps the mixture work better.

### Step 2: Add Baking Soda
Pour **½ cup of baking soda** directly into the drain. It sticks to the walls and starts to break down grime.

### Step 3: Pour the Vinegar
Next, pour **½ cup of white vinegar** into the drain. You’ll notice fizzing — that’s the baking soda and vinegar reacting to dislodge debris and neutralize odor.

### Step 4: Let It Sit
Allow the mixture to sit for **15–30 minutes**. This gives it time to coat the inside of the pipes and disrupt any roach nesting activity.

### Step 5: Flush with Boiling Water
Carefully pour a **kettle of boiling water** down the drain. This will flush away the mixture along with any loosened grime and insects.

### Step 6 (Optional): Add Essential Oil
If you’d like an extra repelling boost, add a few drops of **peppermint or tea tree essential oil** into the drain after flushing. These strong scents deter cockroaches and leave a fresh smell behind.

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## Why This Works

– **Baking Soda**: Dehydrates and damages roaches when ingested or walked on.
– **Vinegar**: Breaks down organic matter and disrupts the scent trails roaches follow.
– **Boiling Water**: Scalds and flushes out cockroaches or their eggs.
– **Essential Oils**: Natural repellent with a strong scent roaches avoid.

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## How Often Should You Do This?

For best results:
– Do this **once or twice a week** if you’ve seen signs of cockroach activity.
– As a **preventive measure**, repeat it once every **2–3 weeks**.

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## Other Tips to Keep Roaches Out of Drains

– Use **drain covers** at night.
– Run hot water regularly, especially in infrequently used drains.
– Keep sinks and kitchen counters free of crumbs and standing water.
– Seal cracks or gaps around plumbing and under sinks.

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## Final Thoughts

Cockroaches may be sneaky, but you can be sneakier. With just a few common household items and a couple of minutes, you can **disrupt their hiding spots**, **sanitize your drains**, and **keep pests out** without harsh chemicals.

So next time you spot a creepy crawler near your sink, don’t panic — just reach for the **baking soda and vinegar**!

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**P.S.** Full step-by-step instructions are listed above, but if you’re sharing this online, you can say:
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