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Organic Fumigator?
Topic Started: May 24 2010, 10:38 AM (393 Views)
GringaErin

I am considering fumigating my casa, and I'm more than a little nervous about all of the chemicals. I know; lesser of 2 evils, cockroaches or chemicals.... Does anyone have any recommendations for a fumigator that uses organic or natural pest control? Just curious if there is such a thing... Thanks!!
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CozKaren

If you problem is cockroaches, you might try the do-it-yourself method using Boric Acid.

This is from the Colorado State University's extension dept.
Boric acid powder (also available as a residual spray), available under several commercial names, is relatively safe for humans, but do not expose children and pets to it. It can cause skin irritations if improperly handled, and it will harm house plants. Apply boric acid only to hiding places and runways. It is slow acting. Do not expect complete control for at least one week after application. Boric acid is among the best cockroach insecticides. Combined with its relative safety, this makes it a good choice for homeowners.

http://www.ext.colostate.edu/pubs/insect/05553.html

If found it works well in the kitchen were I see them on occasion.
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CZMLaura
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Xavier Peralta, from Fumixa, uses garlic based and less toxic chemicals. I've used him for years. fummixa@hotmail.com
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GringaErin

Thank you so much! I have both a kid and a dog, so I am trying not to kill either one with fumes and/or chemicals. I have a carpenter ant/mosquito/cockroach/other weird beetle thing/spider problem... Mmmm loving life in the tropics :) Thanks again!
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Carol McCutcheon
Invite in as many geckos as you can find. Even the small ones eat cockroaches larger than them. That is natural, and they are pretty cute.
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mccutch
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Carol McCutcheon
Or, if you want to adopt Magoo, this kitten loves cockroaches and eats them (crunch crunch crunch) with gusto.
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south beach girl
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I must agree with Carol, one of the best ways to rid yourself of cockroaches and rodents is by owning a cat. This is exactly why we became more than just dog people. One week with two little kitties in the house and everything went running for their lives. Not a problem since.

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CZMLaura
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I have two cats, and although I don't have bugs, all the cute geckos in my yard are now without tail!
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