Simple Ant Control & Prevention Tips

Ants are a problem almost everywhere in the Garden State, especially during the warmer months. They march right into your home and invade all of your favorite, precious spaces in the kitchen, bathroom and even bedrooms! Richmond Pest Control has outlined our 11 best ant control tips below, which are simple and many are environmentally friendly! Call 609-266-4200 to schedule an appointment with our Atlantic City NJ pest exterminator today!

Ant Control Tips for a Pest-Free Home

Keep it Clean: Properly store all food and be sure all surface areas and floors are free of crumbs.
Keep it Dry: Ants are also attracted to moisture, be sure to wipe up all leaks and spills.
Empty Trash: Overflowing garbage bins are a surefire way to attract ants.
Caulking: Continuously seal all windows, doors and cracks that ants could crawl through.
Vinegar-based Cleaning Solution: Mix 1 part water with 1 part white distilled vinegar for a DIY cleaning product. Ants hate the smell of vinegar and will be sure to leave your kitchen alone.
Citrus: Ants do not like citrus smells. Save and dry the peels of oranges and lemons, then grind them and spread at entry points.
Coffee Grounds: Sprinkle used coffee grounds in your garden and the perimeter of your home.
Move Leaves, Lumber, Rocks & Mulch: Ants will quickly build nests in these piles; make sure to keep them away from your entryways for easy access.
Keep Shrubs Neat: Trim trees and shrubs so that branches do not touch your home letting ants easily crawl inside.
Mint: Place a few drops of peppermint essential oil on a cloth and wipe down surfaces in your kitchen and bathroom.
Call a Professional: If the above ant control tips do not seem to be working, it is time to call in our professional pest control company. We have proven pest control methods to eliminate and keep ants and many other bugs away!

Ant & Bug Extermination Company in Atlantic City NJ

Besides ants, Richmond Pest Control offers a variety of extermination services for homes and business in Atlantic City, NJ and the surrounding areas. Our most frequent pests include fleas, bed bugs, cockroaches, wildlife pests and much more. If you’re dealing with any of these bugs or rodents, call our professional pest control company today to eliminate and prevent further pest problems quickly.