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Old 08-05-2016, 12:19 PM
 
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i had a camel cricket infestation in my crawlspace last year it was so friggen scary they jump at you
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Old 03-25-2018, 06:17 PM
 
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Hi mine look like very tiny flies my son has bite marks I’m assuming it’s from the flies . I’m going to try the vinegar and soap hope it helps
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Old 03-25-2018, 06:49 PM
 
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Try mixing peppermint essential oil with water in a spray bottle and spray where ever you see the flies/gnats.

Most bugs don't like peppermint.
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Old 03-26-2018, 07:51 AM
 
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We had a terrible infestation with sand/fungus gnats (they go by many names) last year. They got into our house plants and were indestructible! We tried everything but at the end only a generous portion of beneficial nematodes combined with sticky traps finally took care of those nasty buggers. Horrible, horrible things. If you have any plants - beware!
I have them right now because I bought a big potted plant and then overwatered it. It wasn't getting enough sun to dry out the potting soil fast enough.

I have sticky traps out and I haven't watered the potted plant in a month. I'm waiting for it to get warmer out so I can put the plant on my screened in porch for more light and air, so it dries out.
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Old 03-26-2018, 08:33 AM
 
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Try mixing peppermint essential oil with water in a spray bottle and spray where ever you see the flies/gnats.

Most bugs don't like peppermint.
If you have pets, especially cats, please do not use peppermint oil around them as it is toxic to them.
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Old 03-26-2018, 10:19 AM
 
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If you have pets, especially cats, please do not use peppermint oil around them as it is toxic to them.
There is a vet that specializes in holistic care for animals and discusses all type of essential oils:

Essential Oil Vet

For cats, water diffusion is preferred, provided the door is open so the cat may leave the room if they wish. Not for topical or internal use with cats.
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Old 03-26-2018, 10:47 AM
 
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There is a vet that specializes in holistic care for animals and discusses all type of essential oils:

Essential Oil Vet

For cats, water diffusion is preferred, provided the door is open so the cat may leave the room if they wish. Not for topical or internal use with cats.
Exactly....she knows there is a risk with Peppermint oil and cats.....so why would anyone want to take a risk of using it around them
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