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How To Get Rid Of Fleas In The House Fast Naturally

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To get rid of fleas in your house quickly and naturally, try a combination of the following effective methods:

  • Vacuum Thoroughly and Regularly: Vacuum all carpets, rugs, furniture, and pet bedding to remove adult fleas, eggs, and larvae. Don’t forget to empty your vacuum cleaner outside immediately[5].
  • Use Diatomaceous Earth: Sprinkle food-grade diatomaceous earth on carpets, furniture, and cracks where fleas hide. Leave it for at least 24–48 hours, then vacuum it up. It works by dehydrating and killing fleas and eggs[3][6][8]. Keep pets and children away from treated areas until you’ve vacuumed thoroughly.
  • Salt and Baking Soda: Salt can also dehydrate fleas; sprinkle a thin, even layer on carpets and leave for a couple of days before vacuuming. Baking soda used in the same way can also help[1][5][6].
  • Homemade Dish Soap Flea Trap: Place a shallow dish filled with warm water and a few drops of dish soap in flea-infested rooms overnight. Fleas are attracted to the solution, jump in, and get trapped[1][3][6].
  • Lemon Spray: Make a lemon flea spray by slicing a lemon and boiling it in water. Let it steep overnight, then pour the liquid into a spray bottle. Mist lightly on sofas, chairs, pet bedding, and carpets—do not soak[1][5].
  • Natural Herbs and Essential Oils: Rosemary, lemongrass, and cedar chips have natural flea-repelling properties. You can boil rosemary or lemongrass and use the cooled liquid as a spray. Cedar chips or a few drops of cedar oil diluted in water can be spread around affected areas or placed in pet bedding[1][2][4].
  • Declutter and Wash: Clear out clutter (especially in corners) and wash all linens, pet bedding, and soft furnishings on hot cycles to kill any fleas and eggs hiding in fabrics[1].
  • Use a Flea Comb: If you have pets, use a flea comb regularly to physically remove fleas and eggs from their fur[1].

Note: Most natural methods best control mild or early infestations and work best when used together. For severe infestations, natural options may not be enough—professional pest control may be required[5][6][8].

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