Ants can be a challenging pest to have in your home. Often, an ant infestation is invasive and extensive. If you happen to have a biting variety of ants in your home, then you and your family are also at risk of getting ant bites. According to Pest World, 80% of single-family homes report ant infestations. Once ants get into your home, it can feel really hard to get rid of them. A bug exterminator service can help you get rid of ants if they are in your home. Here are a few tips on how to prevent ant infestations in the first place.

Keep Your House Clean

Ants are very attracted to sugar, protein, and just about anything else they can find to eat. A few scout ants will go out to look for food sources. Once food has been located, they will bring the rest of the ants. This is when an infestation can start. You can help to prevent these infestations by keeping your home clean and free of any sugary spills. Make sure trash is taken out regularly and that spills and crumbs are always wiped up.

Keep Your Home Dry and Well-Maintained

Food isn’t the only thing that attracts ants. Ants are also very attracted to rotted wood and damp areas. Areas in your home such as showers, windows, and damp spots in your basement can be hotspots for an ant colony. You should stay on top of leaks and always fix them quickly. You should also have water-damaged areas repaired as soon as you’re aware of them. Decks can also be a source of damp wood that might attract ants.

Set Ant Baits

If you have had issues with ants in the past, it’s a good idea to have a professional set ant baits. These are products you can set around your home to attract ants. The ants will come to the bait, which appears to be food. This is actually poison. They will take the bait back to the colony, and this can help to eliminate the entire colony. It can be a very effective way to get rid of ants. You can talk with a bug exterminator service about which products work best.

If you are in need of a bug exterminator service, please contact Insect Control Specialists Inc today. We are here for all of your pest needs. Our team looks forward to working with you.