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Keep slugs out of your home this winter with these four easy tips
10.11.2022 - 01:49 / dailyrecord.co.uk
The chilly winter temperatures mean outdoor critters are migrating into homes to escape the cold and wet weather - and this includes slugs.
At this time of year, Brits are noticing an increasing presence of the slimy creature in their homes as online searches for ways to 'keep slugs out of your house' have jumped by 300 per cent, reports Wales Online.
Slugs live in outdoor spaces and it is not recommended to try and keep them out of your garden entirely. While they are known to munch on plants, they are still considered wildlife. However, there are ways you can keep them from sliding into your houses.
Estate Agents Douglas & Gordon have shared their four top tips that will help you to humanely keep slugs at bay this rainy season.
1. Seal All Cracks And Gaps - Grab a couple of tubes of sealant - which can be purchased at any DIY shop - and use it to fill in any spaces a slug could crawl through like cracks in the floor, baseboards, corners, windowsills, or even in the ceiling.
The tougher it is for slugs to get in, the more likely they will give up and move on to another location and this will halt any potential invasions.
2. Copper Tape Barrier - Place copper strips by entry points such as windows or doors to create a barrier which will stop slugs from coming in by giving them a mild electric shock.
3. Throw Leftover Food Away - Ensure you have no rubbish or leftover food by entry points that are often left open. Slugs have a great sense of smell and will be attracted to leftovers if they are accessible to them.
4. Coffee Grounds - Slugs dislike the scent of coffee, so placing some coffee grounds at points where you think slugs may be getting in is a humane way to deter them.
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