- By Bornika Das
- Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:58 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
DIY Termite Treatment: Apart from bringing relief from the intense summer heat and cosy weather, the rainy season brings the uninvited guests to the homes, that is, termites. Often considered as silent destroyers, termites are insects that silently consume the underlying structure of the house, particularly wooden door frames and furniture. When not taken proper care, these termites can also spread to the home walls. Although there are several expensive termite treatments that involve the use of costly chemicals or a professional, nothing can be better than a DIY termite control remedy, which will cost less than Rs 50.
These cost-effective, natural termite repellent home remedies contain ingredients that are easily available and safe to apply. These help to deter the termites and inhibit their growth, thereby protecting the walls, before they get worse. Here are five DIY ways to get rid of termites from home walls under Rs 50.
DIY Ways To Remove Termites From Home Walls
Asafoetida And Water Solution
The strong smell of asafoetida helps to get rid of termites from the home. Asafoetida or hing can be easily found in the grocery store and costs under Rs 50. To make the solution, add half or one teaspoon of asafoetida and mix with water. Spray the solution on the termite-infested area on the wall or wooden furniture. After an hour, clean the area and spray the solution again.
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Bitter Gourd And Neem Solution
The bitter taste and flavour of the bitter gourd and neem juice help to kill termites on the walls and wooden furniture. Grind bitter gourd and extract its juice and now grind some neem leaves and mix them in the juice. Fill it into a spray bottle, shake well and spray into the affected area. Spray the solution 2-3 times a day.
Red Chilli Powder Solution
The burning sensation of the red chillies kills the termites. Grind dry red chilli and make its powder. Fill a spray bottle with lukewarm water and mix the red chilli powder into it and keep it for some time. Sprinkle the solution in the termite-infested area. You can also make red chilli powder paste and fill the affected areas on the wall and wooden furniture.
DIY Termite Control Remedy (Image Credits: Canva)
The Clove Trick
Clove water or clove water can be used to get rid of termites from the home. Grind all the whole cloves and make their powder. Now add the powder to half a glass of water and leave it for 2-3 hours. Stain the solution and pour it into a spray bottle. Spritz the solution on the affected areas to kill them.
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Salt Water Solution
This is the most readily available ingredient in the kitchen of every household. Dissolve the salt in water and pour it into the spray bottle. Spray it on the affected area and kill the termites.
These homemade termite control remedies all come under Rs 50 and are effective in helping you to get rid of termites on the home walls or the wooden furniture. You are suffering from a termite problem this monsoon; these DIY termite control treatments are ideal for you.