Did you know Odorous House Ants are one of the most common types of ants to find inside your home? If you live in Southern Maryland, this ant may be inside your home. The first place you may notice ants will likely be countertops and cupboards.

If you notice ants scurrying around your kitchen or cupboards, don’t panic. Ants infestations are a common occurrence, and there are plenty of ways to get repel ants. If the infestation gets worse you may have to call a pest control service. 

In this article, we’ll teach you how to get rid of ants when you’re living in Southern Maryland. Keep reading to find out how to repel ants and how we can help you. 

How to Get Rid of Ants

The first step of exterminating ants is finding out how they are entering your home. Grab a flashlight and walk around your home and look behind your fridge and any appliances. If you find an ant trail, follow it and see where it leads – you may find the source.

If there isn’t a trail to follow, place out some food, sometimes that encourages ants to come out. Once you’ve found the source of your issue, get rid of food sources. Pest control won’t help if you have a jar of honey dripping inside your cupboard. 

Did you know ants are omnivores? They enjoy sweet things and fatty foods so remove those from your cupboards. 

The next step is to seal off any entry points you may find during your inspection. These include windows and small, cracked seals you may notice. 

Sprays vs Bait

When you’re killing ants your goal is to kill the whole colony. There are all kinds of insecticides available to help exterminate ants. If you’re uncomfortable using sprays, baiting the ants may be a preferable method. 

There are many forms of ant bait including liquids, solids, granules, and gels. All bait has attractant, often using sugar or protein to attract the ants into the trap. 

When to Call an Exterminator

If you’ve tried sprays and traps and you’re still dealing with ants, it’s time to call in the big guns. Get out your phone and call a local exterminator right away.

That’s not to say your methods were for nothing – some ants may be smarter than you think. For example, carpenter ants have the ability to tunnel through your whole home. And they tend to favor wooded areas like inside your roof or around windows. 

Professional exterminators have the right tools to make sure your home stays ant-free. Hiring professionals will help you exterminate ants for good. 

Our Services 

It’s difficult to repel ants on your own, that’s why it’s best to call a professional. We can help you have a bug free-home and make sure the ants stay gone. we also offer rodent, mosquito, and termite control. 

We service homeowners living in Northern Virginia and Southern Maryland areas. Contact us today and see how we can help you.