Peppermint Oil Against Pests: Does It Work?

Mosquitoes, flies, silverfish, fruit flies, and spiders are usually not welcome guests. A special insect spray can help, but this introduces toxins into your home. Fortunately, you can also combat them naturally with peppermint oil. For example, drip a little peppermint oil on your pillow before bed to deter mosquitoes. Or diffuse some peppermint oil in your bedroom with a tea light to repel mosquitoes. For ants, spiders, and silverfish, use the plant sprayer again and spray in areas where these insects frequent. Spiders can be repelled by spraying in the corners where they roost. Fruit flies and house flies will run away when you spray their flight paths.

Mice may look cute, but they don't belong indoors. Still, a trap or poison is a scary thought. Peppermint oil is a humane way to repel them. Try to pinpoint where the mice are entering your home and place a few cotton balls soaked in peppermint oil there. The scent will deter them.

Some types of pests can damage homes and pose a health risk. If you're looking to buy or sell a home, have a building inspection performed! During a building inspection , our inspectors will also check for the unwanted presence of these creatures. Finding pests in your home can indicate various structural problems, which may be addressed in a building inspection report .

The cost of a building inspection (up to 250 m²) is only €489 including VAT. We'll conduct a comprehensive building inspection and you'll receive a building report. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and can schedule an appointment with an expert inspector right away if you wish!