Too Many Geckos in the House? Try This Simple Trick to Make Them Go Away for Good!
Geckos might be harmless, but when they start showing up in every corner of your home—walls, ceilings, kitchens—it can get really frustrating. If you’re tired of seeing them dart across the room or leave droppings behind, there’s a surprisingly easy and natural trick to keep them away without using harsh chemicals or expensive pest control.
The Trick? Garlic and Onion Magic
Geckos absolutely hate the strong smell of garlic and onions. It confuses their senses and drives them away. Here’s how to use this to your advantage:
What You’ll Need:
- 3 to 4 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- A few cups of water
- Spray bottle
How to Make It: Crush the garlic and chop the onion. Boil them in water for about 10 minutes and let it cool. Strain the mixture and pour it into a spray bottle. Spray this solution around windows, corners, doors, behind furniture, and especially in the kitchen where geckos often lurk.
You can also place crushed garlic or onion slices in areas where they frequently appear. Replace them every couple of days to maintain the scent.
Why It Works:
Geckos are very sensitive to smell. Strong odors like garlic, onion, and even pepper can repel them naturally—without harming you or your pets.
Additional Tips to Keep Geckos Away
- Keep lights dim: Geckos are attracted to insects, which are attracted to bright lights. Reduce outdoor lighting near windows.
- Seal gaps and cracks: Use caulk or weather strips to close openings around doors and windows where geckos might be entering.
- Eggshell method: Strange but true—placing clean, dry eggshell halves in corners can trick geckos into thinking a predator is nearby.
- Use coffee and tobacco: Mix coffee grounds with tobacco and place small balls of the mixture in gecko-prone areas (keep away from children and pets).
FAQs
Do geckos bite or harm humans?
No, house geckos are generally harmless and actually help by eating insects. But many people still prefer not to share space with them.
Can geckos come back after leaving?
Yes, if your home remains inviting (plenty of bugs, warm spots, or entry gaps), they might return. Keep your surroundings clean and repeat repellents regularly.
Will these tricks work for all types of lizards?
Most of them, yes. Garlic and onion sprays repel many reptiles due to their strong smell.
Try this trick tonight and watch how your home slowly becomes a no-go zone for geckos!
