Ants

Latin Name:

Formicidae

Typical Infestation Locations:

Kitchen pantries, food storage areas, cracks in walls or flooring, around sinks and plumbing fixtures, along baseboards, around bins, in potted plants, garden beds, and near outdoor structures like patios or decks.

Methods of Control (DIY):

Maintain cleanliness, seal entry points, use vinegar solution or citrus peels, create homemade ant bait, apply diatomaceous earth, or use cinnamon or peppermint oil as natural deterrents.

Methods of Control (Professional):

Targeted insecticide applications, wet spray treatment and fumigation, ant gel baiting and trapping methods, perimeter treatments, and ongoing monitoring to eliminate ant colonies and prevent future infestations.