5 Tricks to Get Rid of Slugs Indoors & Outdoors
Slugs may be tiny, but they can create an immense amount of chaos in both your outdoor and indoor areas. Have you seen the slippery and slimy trails they create on your walls and floors? Not only do they leave an eyesore behind, but slugs can also wreak havoc on your flowers, vegetables, and plants in the garden. You may even find them trying to sneak their way into your home - gross! Before long, you could find yourself fending off slugs from all areas of your environment. So how do you get rid of them?
Here are some easy DIY methods you can use to rid yourself of the pesky slugs both indoors and outdoors. For example, you can deploy natural repellents such as crushed eggshells and coffee grounds to drive them away; you could also plant slug-resistant flowers and vegetables to keep them away from your garden. If you're dealing with indoor slugs, you can use some DIY traps such as beer traps and plastic container traps to help you get rid of them.
Eliminating Slugs From Your Outdoor Areas
The outdoors are particularly vulnerable to a slug infestation. Here are some tips for getting rid of slugs from your outdoor areas:
- Beer Trap: One of the most popular tricks for ridding your outdoor area of slugs is to use a beer trap. All you need to do is fill a shallow container (like an old margarine tub) with beer, and bury it so that the lip of the container is flush with the ground. The beer will attract the slugs, who will then crawl in and drown.
- Homemade Slug Traps: You can also make homemade slug traps using ingredients like cucumber and yeast. Simply mix some diced cucumber with a tablespoon of yeast, leave it in a shallow dish overnight, and the slugs will be attracted to it and drown.
- Handpicking them: Another option is to simply handpick the slugs and toss them out. Just make sure you wear gloves to protect yourself from their slime.
- Eggshell & Coffee Ground Barriers: To stop slugs from coming into an area, create a barrier of eggshells or coffee grounds. The sharp edges of the eggshells or the bitterness of the coffee grounds will keep the slugs at bay.
- Diatomaceous Earth: Lastly, you can use diatomaceous earth to control slugs. This natural powder is made from fossilized algae and is safe to use around food gardens. Simply sprinkle it around the base of your plants and other areas where the slugs are active, and it will kill them.
Getting Rid of Slugs Indoor
- Salt Water: One of the best ways to get rid of slugs indoors is to make a saltwater solution and pour it into areas where the slugs are active. The salt will dehydrate the slugs and kill them.
- Hot Water: Another option is to pour boiling hot water over the slugs and their trails. This can be a bit messy, so be careful when using this method.
- Insecticidal Sprays: Lastly, you can use insecticidal sprays to kill off slugs and other pests. Be sure to read the instructions on the bottle before using it.
No one enjoys the presence of slugs; both inside and outside of the home. However, the good news is that getting rid of them is easy and can be accomplished quickly with a few simple techniques. Beer traps, diatomaceous earth, hot water, and insecticidal sprays are all effective methods of ridding yourself of slimy pests. So don't wait any longer, take action and get rid of those unpleasant slugs as soon as possible!
Slug Prevention Tips
One of the best ways to avoid a slug infestation is to take preventative measures. This includes removing any places that may be a warm and inviting spots for them to hide, such as rocks and logs. Additionally, you can set up barriers or interlocking stones that will prevent them from entering certain areas. Planting your favored plants with slug repellents such as iron phosphate is another great way to keep them out of your garden.
Slug Treatment from Eyring Pest
Eyring Pest Control offers a variety of methods for effectively treating a slug infestation. We use baits, traps, and insecticides that are designed specifically to target slugs. Our team will inspect the entire property to help identify their entry points and eliminate access points. We can also provide you with advice and tips on prevention methods, so you can avoid a repeat infestation.
Contact Us at 385-290-9782 to Learn More
If you would like to learn more about our slugs pest control options, please contact Eyring Pest Control at
385-290-9782. Our staff would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have and provide you with a detailed pest control plan that is tailored to your needs.
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