Get rid of pests
You can use equal parts borax and sugar and sprinkle anywhere you think pesky insects such as cockroaches or ants might be coming into your house. The powder can be vacuumed up afterward. Outside, you can use a mixture of equal parts borax with honey, corn syrup or maple syrup.
For fleas, sprinkle borax on dog beds or rugs where fleas might lay their eggs.
To keep mice at bay, sprinkle borax on the floor along the wall. This is where mice usually run, and they are less likely to return since they don’t enjoy having borax on their feet.
