Seven ‘natural’ methods to deter ‘nightmare’ pests from entering homes in summer

As the weather warms up, more Britons are keeping their windows open, especially in their bedrooms. Opening windows during the warmer months is crucial for keeping cool and allowing properties to ventilate.

However, this can often lead to pesky bugs entering homes which can buzz around all night, keeping Britons awake while they’re trying to sleep.

Now, interior experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have shared their tips for keeping insects like moths and flies out of the bedroom.

Nic Shacklock from Online-Bedrooms said there are a number of natural ways to keep bugs like moths and flies out of people’s homes during the summer months.

He said: “It can be really frustrating when bugs like moths and flies enter our home while the window is open and it’s a nightmare trying to get them out.

“The good news is there are a few things you can do to prevent them from entering in the first place. The obvious answer is to insert a mesh window screen.

“If you don’t want the extra headache, simple tricks like keeping the light off and filling the room with natural essential oils are great at deterring insects.

“Another great trick is to place a fan by the open window, insects will feel the resistance from the fan which will put them off entering your bedroom.”

1. Mesh window screen

In other countries, most homes have mesh window screens built in to prevent flies from entering homes. However, this is not a common practice in the UK.

Instead, homeowners can buy screens and install them themselves, or, buy a temporary one that can be removed later in the year.

2. Peppermint oil

The bedroom experts said peppermint oil is a “great and natural way to deter insects like spiders and mosquitos”.

Simply add some peppermint oil to water, mix it other and then use a spray bottle to spray the liquid around windows an doors.

3. Lavender

Lavender is another scent insects dislike. Like peppermint oil, add drops of lavender oil to water and spray it around the house to keep pests at bay Alternatively, homeowners can place lavender plants around the home.

4. Keeps lights switched off

Make sure lights are switched off when keeping windows open, especially once the sun has gone down. A lot of bugs, especially mosquitoes, are attracted to the light and will follow it.

5. Place a fan by the window

Fans ward off flies and mosquitoes as they don’t like the moving air. Put fans near a window to prevent them from entering.

6. Keep rooms clean

Bugs love a dirty environment and will hide in dirt and filth, making it more difficult to get rid of them. Keep rooms clean and be sure to vacuum at least once a week to prevent insects like spiders from building stories.

7. Pest control

If there is an overwhelming insect problem, homeowners may want to consider calling pest control experts.