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Ants can be difficult to treat on your own which is why it’s important to know that at Insight Pest Solutions, our treatments for ants work effectively for both ants inside your home and out. Ants are social insects and work in colonies, meaning an infestation can happen quickly and unexpectedly. If your home provides them with food, water, or shelter, you’ve created the perfect environment for these pests to thrive. In this article, we will review important things homeowners can do to prevent ants from taking over.
Indoor Treatments
When it comes to indoor ant treatment, targeted treatments are key. At Insight Pest Solutions, we focus on advanced pest control methods that identify entry points for ants, nest locations, and the specific ant species involved. Our targeted treatments combine a safe and effective chemical spray that helps fortify your home against future ant infestations while simultaneously treating the active invasion.
Outdoor Treatments
Controlling outdoor ants involves identifying and treating the nests around the home’s property. By identifying and treating ant colonies in outdoor spaces, we disrupt any foraging patterns and discourage them from establishing nests nearby. This is accomplished when our technicians apply a barrier application around the foundation of the home to deter pests from entering. Our technicians also apply a granular to the yard arrears surrounding the home to further extend the home’s protection.
Maintain Clean Eating Areas
There are several things that homeowners can do to prevent ants from colonizing inside and outside their homes. Ants are attracted to areas that provide them with food and water. It is essential to keep your eating areas clean because of this reason. Wipe eating tables and countertops clean after preparing and eating a meal. It can also be helpful to frequently sweep your eating areas to get rid of any crumbs or spills that may have accumulated on the floor. It is also important to consider where you may have standing water around or near your home. If some buckets or pots may have collected water after rainfall, it is encouraged to empty these water areas to detract from the appeal towards ants.
Seal Entry Points
It is also important to seal entry points around your home. If you find ants inside, it is best to determine where the ants came from. Check all door frames and windows to ensure that they are properly sealed and consider replacing their weatherstripping if they are not. You may also consider checking the walls and baseboards around your home for any possible cracks and gaps. Any opening can potentially lead to pests inside your home and it is best to treat these areas with caulk as soon as possible. Keeping your home sealed will prevent pests from making their way inside.
In the battle against ants, effective pest control is key when it comes to treating the colonies promptly and effectively. Effective pest control requires comprehensive strategies, knowledge of the species, proper treatments, and long-lasting solutions. For help with treating ants around or in your home, contact your local Insight Pest Solutions at (888) 414-1430.
