It is possible to eliminate rats and cockroaches without using chemicals provided that you use household items, of which you most likely already have in your cupboard.
Rice is one of the most common and cheaper home remedies that when mixed with other ingredients will make an effective weapon against these pests.
Not only is this technique safe to the home, but it is also friendly to the environment since it does not involve the use of toxic chemicals.
raw rice is a deadly bait when combined with plaster (which is lime or white cement).
It is ready made by mixing ground dry rice and powdered plaster in equal portions.
When it is prepared, put it in small containers or bottle caps where rats and cockroaches are common like corners, behind furniture or drains.
This should also be accompanied by a container of water placed close to the bait because once the rodent or insect consumes the mixture then proceeds to drink water the plaster sets within the stomach thereby killing them.
These animals are enticed by rice as it is neutral in odour and flavour, which makes an enticing bait. It is also easier to ingest by small cockroaches and young rats, when ground.
This treatment is patient and it may take between 2 to 5 days before one sees the results depending on the degree of infestation.
To enhance the effect of the remedy it is advised to keep the house clean, seal cracks and store food in airtight containers.
A repeat of the process every week over a month will assist in the elimination of the problem.
The approach is very efficient, cheap, and natural and does not present any danger to individuals or pets when used carefully.
When mixed with plaster, rice becomes a sure homemade remedy against these unwanted pests therefore.