Cockroaches love to hide in drains, pour this in to get rid of them for good. Details in the first comment.

🛠️ Instructions:
Step 1: Dry the Drain
Wipe around the drain area and avoid running water for about 30 minutes before applying this remedy. A dry environment helps the mixture work better.

Step 2: Add Baking Soda
Pour ½ cup of baking soda directly into the drain. It sticks to the walls and starts to break down grime.

Step 3: Pour the Vinegar
Next, pour ½ cup of white vinegar into the drain. You’ll notice fizzing — that’s the baking soda and vinegar reacting to dislodge debris and neutralize odor.

Step 4: Let It Sit
Allow the mixture to sit for 15–30 minutes. This gives it time to coat the inside of the pipes and disrupt any roach nesting activity.

Step 5: Flush with Boiling Water
Carefully pour a kettle of boiling water down the drain. This will flush away the mixture along with any loosened grime and insects.

Step 6 (Optional): Add Essential Oil
If you’d like an extra repelling boost, add a few drops of peppermint or tea tree essential oil into the drain after flushing. These strong scents deter cockroaches and leave a fresh smell behind.

🧴 Why This Works
Baking Soda: Dehydrates and damages roaches when ingested or walked on.
Vinegar: Breaks down organic matter and disrupts the scent trails roaches follow.
Boiling Water: Scalds and flushes out cockroaches or their eggs.
Essential Oils: Natural repellent with a strong scent roaches avoid.
🕒 How Often Should You Do This?
For best results:

Do this once or twice a week if you’ve seen signs of cockroach activity.
As a preventive measure, repeat it once every 2–3 weeks.
🚫 Other Tips to Keep Roaches Out of Drains
Use drain covers at night.
Run hot water regularly, especially in infrequently used drains.
Keep sinks and kitchen counters free of crumbs and standing water.
Seal cracks or gaps around plumbing and under sinks.
🌿 Final Thoughts
Cockroaches may be sneaky, but you can be sneakier. With just a few common household items and a couple of minutes, you can disrupt their hiding spots, sanitize your drains, and keep pests out without harsh chemicals.

So next time you spot a creepy crawler near your sink, don’t panic — just reach for the baking soda and vinegar!

P.S. Full step-by-step instructions are listed above, but if you’re sharing this online, you can say:
💬 Details in the first comment!

Have you tried this trick before? Let me know how it worked for you! 🧼🪳💧