Slugs are nocturnal. They wait until you’re in your jammies, watching TV, to make their move. So, become a night owl. Grab a flashlight and a piece of paper towel right before you go to bed. Check under the sink, behind the toaster, and near the back door. When you spot one, just pick it up (use the paper towel—you don’t want slug jelly on your fingers) and toss it outside. Far outside. Like, into the neighbor’s bushes. (Kidding! But not really.)
Do this for three nights in a row, and you’ll break their little slug social network. They leave slime trails as “breadcrumbs” for their friends, so clean those trails with a cloth and vinegar water. No trails, no reunion tour.
How to Get Rid of Slugs in Kitchens?
What Not to Do (Please Don’t)
Don’t use bleach or ammonia. You’ll just wreck your kitchen and irritate your lungs. Also, don’t try to “forget” about them. Ignoring a slug infestation is like ignoring a dripping faucet—it only gets worse, and eventually you’ll find one on your toothbrush. (Yes, that can happen. I’m sorry.)
And for the love of all that is holy, do not step on one barefoot in the dark. That is a life experience you will never forget. Please just use a flashlight. Your feet will thank you.
