Dealing with an ant infestation is a headache. Once these sly little critters have invaded your home, getting them out can be a long and complicated process. That’s why it’s a good idea to prevent an ant infestation from ever starting in the first place. If you take the proper precautions, you won’t have to worry about calling an exterminator to deal with an unwelcome colony of ants. From proper food storage habits to well-maintained doors and windows, there are many simple adjustments you can make that will pay off in the long run.
Put Food Away
One of the key ways to keep ants outside of your kitchen is to cover food. If you have food scraps out on your counter, ants will be attracted to them (especially if they contain sugar). Place larger leftovers in storage containers and keep them in your refrigerator. Wipe down surfaces regularly to ensure that there aren’t any small crumbs left on them.
Keep Your Home Dry
Ants are always on the lookout for fresh water, and standing water is especially attractive to them in dry climates or in hot weather. Make sure that you don’t leave cups of water out and about, and don’t soak your dishes for more than an hour or two. Properly dispose of used paper towels and wipes, and wring out washcloths. Hang washcloths somewhere where they can dry as soon as possible. If you’re following these tips and you still have an ant problem, check for any appliances or pipes that are leaking water. Even a small leak could attract many ants!
Check Your Doors And Windows
Make sure that your doors and windows shut properly and that their seals are intact. Also check for any ripped screen or broken glass.Any defects in a door or window provide a space through which ants can enter your home. Cutting off their point of contact is the easiest way to keep them out of the house.
Call Us For More Ant Help
Now that you know how to keep ants outside of your home / kitchen, you should be able to prevent unwanted little visitors from invading your home. If you are already dealing with an ant situation, call us at H2 Pest Control. We’ll help you get your ant problem under control with our ant treatment.