Ants Control |
How to use Maxforce Ant Bait to control ants invading your home and Business. For ant control, follow these guidelines:
There are many species of ants across the United States and even more around the world. The purpose of this article is to detail how to control infestations in and around the home. We will first highlight some of the more common species and then offer control measures, along with the products needed, to stop them from entering and infesting structures which want to remain ant free.
Ant problems can be controlled using this approach because it is complete. It includes 1) baiting theinside, 2) spraying the outside foundation and 3) baiting the outside. The reason we use this approach is to insure control. It is very likely the ants will persist if all three treatments are not done.
Effective ant control requires a multifaceted approach that includes a combination of habitat alteration and toxic baits or sprays. Habitat alteration means changing the environment so that it is less appealing to the worker ants. This can include simple changes, like storing food in sealed containers, keeping fruit in the refrigerator, washing dirty dishes and keeping countertops clean. Other changes may take more effort, like caulking around windows and doors, having adequate screening and reducing outdoor sites where ants can have colonies.
Toxic baits and sprays are good tools to use for ant control. Ant sprays applied to cracks and crevices will help control ants for a short time. Never spray entire floors, walls, counter tops, or the insides of drawers or cabinets. The most effective control will be achieved with the use of toxic baits designed for ants. Workers ants will feed on the bait and take it back to share with the rest of the colony. Because the baits are slow-acting, the workers have enough time to return to the colony to feed others before they die. Ant baits are available in small stations and can be purchased from most discount and grocery stores. Place ant bait stations where you can see ants but away from children and pets. Bait stations should not be sprayed or moved when ants are feeding. |