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5 natural remedies to get rid of lizards at home

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By: Chaitanya Dhawan

The strong smell of garlic and onion repels lizards. Hang garlic cloves or place onion slices near lizard-prone areas

1. Garlic & Onion

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Mix black pepper or red chili powder with water and spray it in areas where lizards appear. The scent irritates them.

2. Pepper or Chili Spray

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 Lizards dislike the citrusy smell. Use essential oil sprays or keep lemongrass stalks in the  corners.

3. Lemongrass or Citronella Oil

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WhatsApp Video 2025-03-20 at 3.26.27 PM

The strong aroma of cloves and cinnamon acts as a natural repellent. Boil them in water, cool, and spray around your home.

4. Clove & Cinnamon Spray

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Place naphthalene balls in cupboards, corners, and under furniture to keep lizards away.

5. Naphthalene Balls

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