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As a homeowner, you have likely experienced unwanted critters in your living spaces. The most common insects in kitchen spaces include ants, which indicate a potential infestation that requires immediate attention. Before addressing an ant invasion in your home, identifying the species is crucial to determine the extent of damage and safety risks. That’s where Wheeler’s Pest Control comes in as your trusted partner for effective ant control services. We leverage extensive expertise and knowledge to assess, identify, and recommend effective solutions to keep your living spaces pest-free year-round. If you suspect an ant problem, here are effective ways to help you protect your kitchen and other living spaces.
Like most pests, ants are attracted to moisture and food. With this in mind, regularly clean crumbs, spills, and sticky residue from appliances, floors, and surfaces. If you ignore food and water sources in your kitchen for a long time, ants will not be your only problem. Additionally, store food in airtight containers and empty the trash frequently to prevent ants and other critters from invading your home. While maintaining clean indoor spaces can prevent infestations, recurring problems may require the expertise of a pest service provider.
Ants are constantly on a scent trail, which means disrupting it can stop more ants from entering your kitchen. The most effective DIY solutions to disrupt scent trails that ants leave behind are to clean surfaces with a solution of vinegar and water. Also, incorporating natural repellents like cinnamon, lemon juice, cloves, or peppermint oil can deter ants. If you notice ants indoors despite your efforts, hire a pest removal expert to seal potential entry points and recommend effective solutions that offer long-lasting results.
Mix equal amounts of baking soda and powdered sugar, and place the mixture near ant trails. The sugar attracts ants while the baking soda eliminates them. This is often preferred in the case of a severe infestation. Another effective natural bait is placing citrus peels near ant trails. The acidic oil (D-limonene), found in citrus peels, repels unwanted critters and keeps your kitchen safe. Once you get rid of insects indoors, pour boiling water into the nest entrance to discourage future invasions.
Implementing these preventive measures can safeguard your kitchen from full-blown infestations down the line. However, recurring or severe cases require extensive expertise and knowledge. A professional pest service provider can inspect your kitchen to determine the cause, entry points, and the severity of the damage. This helps customize a pest removal plan that involves preventing future infestations through regular inspections.
Now that you know effective ways to maintain pest-free living spaces, familiarizing yourself with the signs of a potential invasion can help you act quickly. The most obvious sign you have an ant problem is seeing large numbers in the kitchen or other food preparation areas. As mentioned, ants leave scent trails for other ants, so look out for visible pathways along pipes, walls, or other surfaces.
Another noticeable sign you need pest removal services is visible nests or nesting materials. Check for small piles of dirt or sand near your foundation or the yard, as they indicate an underground nest. In the case of indoor nests, look for small holes in your walls with ants entering and exiting. If you notice any of these signs, act quickly to mitigate devastating scenarios down the line.
Contact Wheeler’s Pest Control to book an appointment with our experts and learn more effective ways to protect your kitchen from unwanted guests. We provide comprehensive pest control services, customizing solutions to address your specific needs.
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