Lizards come into Indian homes for one reason: food. They follow the insects that gather around lights, windows and damp corners. To keep them out for good you need to do three things together: cut off the insects, close the gaps, and make the walls unpleasant for lizards with a repellent. This guide covers all three, plus which home remedies are worth trying.
Are house lizards harmful?
The common house lizard (gecko) is not venomous and rarely bites. The real problems are hygiene and nuisance: droppings on walls, shelves and kitchen counters, shed skin, and the fright of one dropping from the ceiling. Droppings near food can carry germs, so lizards in the kitchen are worth dealing with. They do not chew wires or furniture; that is rats.
Why lizards come into your home
- Insects: lights near open windows draw moths and flies at night, and lizards follow.
- Warmth and hiding places: lizards are cold-blooded and hide in warm, dark spots behind photo frames, mirrors, cupboards, curtains and tube lights.
- Gaps: they get in through window and door frames, grills, ventilators and holes around pipes and cables.
- Water and damp: leaking taps and damp corners attract insects, and so lizards.
Step 1: cut off their food
- Switch off bright lights near open windows at night, or use screens.
- Clean the kitchen before bed: no crumbs, dirty dishes or open food.
- Keep dustbins closed and empty them daily.
- Fix leaks and damp patches.
Step 2: close the gaps
- Seal cracks in walls and gaps around window frames, doors and pipe or cable openings with sealant.
- Fit mesh on windows, ventilators and exhaust openings.
- Outside, clear piles of wood, leaves and clutter near the walls, and trim shrubs touching the house.
Step 3: use a repellent where lizards are seen
Zyax Lizard Maxx is a herbal lizard repellent spray made with a blend of essential oils. It is non-toxic and safe around children and pets when used as directed. It does not kill or harm lizards; it makes treated surfaces unpleasant so they move on.
How to use it:
- Shake the bottle well.
- Spray walls and corners, behind photo frames, mirrors, curtains, cupboards and tube lights, ceilings, window and door frames, grills, ventilators and skirting.
- Spray daily for the first couple of days. Lizards are then repelled for a few weeks.
- Spray again when lizards return.
In the kitchen, spray walls, window frames and behind appliances, never on food, utensils or cooking surfaces. Let surfaces dry before touching them and wash your hands after use.
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Do home remedies work?
| Remedy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Eggshells, onion, garlic, coffee grounds | Popular and harmless. Results are patchy, and onion and garlic go off within a day or two. |
| Peppermint or citrus scents | Strong smells that lizards dislike; they need frequent re-application. |
| Plants such as lemongrass and marigold | Can help in gardens and balconies; they will not clear lizards from indoor walls. |
| Naphthalene balls | Strong smell, but toxic if swallowed; keep away from children and pets. |
| Insecticide sprays | Kill insects and can kill lizards; toxic, so keep children and pets away. |
| Herbal repellent spray (Lizard Maxx) | Easy to cover walls and ceilings, harmless to lizards, and lasts a few weeks. |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get rid of lizards permanently?
Remove what attracts them and block their way in: switch off lights near open windows at night, keep the kitchen clean, fix leaks and seal gaps. Then spray a repellent such as Zyax Lizard Maxx on walls, ceilings and frames where lizards are seen.
Which smell do lizards hate?
Lizards avoid strong smells such as peppermint, citrus and other essential oils. Zyax Lizard Maxx uses a blend of essential oils so the treated walls are unpleasant for them.
Is Lizard Maxx safe for children and pets?
Yes. It is herbal and non-toxic and safe around children and pets when used as directed. Do not spray on food or cooking surfaces, let surfaces dry before touching them, and keep the bottle out of reach of children.
How long does a lizard repellent spray last?
Spray daily for the first couple of days. Lizards are then repelled for a few weeks; spray again when they return.
Does Lizard Maxx kill lizards?
No. It repels lizards from treated surfaces without harming or poisoning them.
Do eggshells or onions keep lizards away?
They are harmless to try, but results are patchy and onions spoil within a day or two. A spray is easier to apply on walls and ceilings and lasts longer.
