Table of Contents
1. Mow the grass and tidy up the plants around the house
2. Use garlic and onions
3. Tidy up and throw away unused items
4. Spray a mixture of clove oil and cinnamon
5. Plant marigolds
6. Plant mother-in-law’s tongue
7. Take advantage of natural predators
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You need to be more alert when
rainy season
.In this period,
snake
tend to enter residential areas more often, including homes, because the surrounding environment becomes more humid.
Snakes can appear at any time, but the rainy season makes the chances of them ‘stopping’ at your house even greater.Damp conditions in the yard and piles of plants make the area around the house an ideal place for snakes to hide.
The presence of snakes is certainly worrying, especially if you have small children.Therefore, it is important to know effective steps to prevent snakes from entering the house.
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Here’s what you can do during the rainy season, according to various sources:
1. Mow the grass and tidy up the plants around the house
Tall grass and dense bushes are snakes’ favorite places to take shelter.The lush conditions make it easy for snakes to hide without being seen.
Make sure you mow the grass regularly and tidy up plants that are too dense.A clean yard will reduce the chances of snakes approaching.
2. Use garlic and onions
The sharp smell of garlic and onions is not liked by snakes.Both of these materials contain sulfonic acid which makes snakes reluctant to approach.
Crush garlic, mix it with water, then spray it on areas that are prone to being snake entry points.You can also use oil or garlic powder as an alternative.
3. Tidy up and throw away unused items
Disorganized piles of items can be hiding places for snakes.Sort the items that are still needed, and throw away or store unused items neatly.A neatly arranged home environment will minimize gaps for snakes to hide.
4. Spray a mixture of clove oil and cinnamon
Clove and cinnamon oils are known as natural snake repellents.Mix equal amounts of the two oils, put it in a spray bottle, then apply it to areas that have potential snake entry routes.
This method is quite effective in preventing snakes from approaching.
5. Plant marigolds
Marigold or calendula flowers have a scent that can repel snakes.This plant grows easily in damp soil and is very suitable for planting during the rainy season.
Planting marigolds along your yard can provide a natural barrier to prevent snakes from approaching.
6. Plant mother-in-law’s tongue
Apart from marigolds, mother-in-law’s tongue (Sansevieria) is also known as a plant that effectively repels snakes.Quoting Homes and Gardens, snakes don’t like the sharp, snake-like shape of the leaves of the mother-in-law’s tongue, so they are considered threatening.
This plant is easy to care for and is suitable to be placed in a bright area but not exposed to direct sunlight.You can plant it in your yard or keep it in pots in strategic areas.
7. Take advantage of natural predators
Some animals can scare snakes from approaching, including cats, raccoons, pigs, turkeys, guinea fowl, and foxes.Keeping one of these animals, for example a cat, can help prevent snakes from entering the house.
By implementing the steps above, you can reduce the risk of snakes entering your home during the rainy season.Keep the yard clean and regularly check the surrounding area to ensure the house remains safe and comfortable.
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