How to Get Rid of Lizards In Garage
Lizards in your garage can be unsettling. Here are humane and effective ways to remove them.
How to Get Rid of Lizards In Garage
Lizards often find their way into garages seeking warmth, shelter, and insects to eat. While they're generally harmless, many people prefer to keep them outside.
Why Lizards Enter Garages
- Seeking warmth during cool nights
- Following insect prey
- Attracted to moisture
- Easy entry through gaps under doors
Removal Methods
- Guide them out — Open the garage door and gently herd them toward it
- Use a box trap — Place a box over them, slide cardboard underneath, and release outside
- Reduce insects — Eliminate their food source and they'll leave
- Use natural repellents — Garlic, onion, or pepper sprays deter lizards
- Eggshells — Scatter around entry points as a natural deterrent
Prevention
- Seal gaps under the garage door with weatherstripping
- Fix any water leaks
- Keep the garage clean and decluttered
- Reduce outdoor lighting that attracts insects
- Remove hiding spots like piles of wood or debris
