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Hate Bugs? Well, These 7 Scents That Attract Roaches Like Magnets

A-Z Animals Staff By A-Z Animals Staff
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Roaches are attracted to the scents of food, moisture, and certain types of home fragrances. Keeping your space clean is important, since even tiny crumbs or spills can draw them in. Fixing water leaks quickly and improving airflow can also make your home less inviting. A steady, thorough approach is the best way to keep these pests away. Now, let’s look at seven scents that pull roaches in like magnets.

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