5 Ways to Ant-Proof Your Home In New Rochelle, NY

Ants are about as stubborn as it gets. At the slightest whiff of crumbs or kitchen scraps, they appear, scurrying across counters and floors. We know this isn’t ideal—especially if you’ve got kids and pets crawling around.

But no matter the phase of life you’re in, ants are a nuisance. At Mosquito Squad, we know this all too well. If you’re tired of sharing your home with pests, we’ve got you covered with 5 of our recommended tips for ant-proofing your home.

1. Eliminate Their Food Sources

Ants are very food-motivated. If you’ve spotted them crawling about your home, it’s mostly likely because they’ve smelled something they want. So, the most basic step to ant-proofing is taking away their chances for a good meal.

Start by sealing up pet food, moving fruit from the counter to the fridge, and storing dry goods (think cereal, pasta, rice) in airtight containers. Once you’ve done that, be on the lookout for crumbs and spills. A post-meal mess on the counter, bits on the floor, or a sugary snack that’s been left open might as well look like a written invitation to an ant colony. Be sure to wipe counters regularly, sweep, and clean up any other food-related messes.

2. Seal Entry Points

Ants don’t just appear out of thin air. They find their way in through the tiniest places, and once they do, it’s fair game for the whole colony. Keep an eye out for possible entry points around your home and backyard (especially in your kitchen and bathrooms).

Remember: ants are tiny, so their entry points are tiny. They can squeeze through a small crack in a windowsill, doorframe, or a gap in your molding. Thankfully, properly-applied caulk or even steel wool stuffed into gaps can help seal off your home from ants.

3. Take Out the Trash More Regularly

Even if your counters and floors are spotless, ants can still detect food scraps sitting in your trash can. Of course, we don’t want you to waste garbage bags by taking them out when they’re half-full. What we do recommend, however, is to never wait until it’s overflowing.

Consider using a trash can with a tight seal on it to get more use from each bag. We also advise wiping down the inside of your can occasionally, as well as the outside between uses.

4. Remove Any Potential Shelter

Even though ants are driven by their need for food, they also need shelter. Typically, they’ll seek out safe, hidden spaces to live and build nests: cluttered corners in the garage or attic, stacks of old newspapers or cardboard boxes, and leaves.

Therefore, decluttering your storage spaces, maintaining a regular cleaning schedule, and removing piles of leaves can help deter ants. When there’s no food or shelter to be found, they’ll take off to search for them someplace else.

5. Call Mosquito Squad For Ant Control in New Rochelle, NY

Whether you’ve already tried the DIY solutions or just want the professionals to ant-proof your home, we’re here to help. At Mosquito Squad, our New Rochelle ant control is two-fold. We start by identifying their entry points and sealing them off.

Then we’ll spray the perimeter of your home with our core barrier treatment. We’ll use those same EPA-registered products to perform indoor spot treatments as well that target active trails. Then, we’ll be back in 21 days to check out our work and re-spray the perimeter and other affected areas. It’s that easy.

Why Trust Mosquito Squad for Your Outdoor Pest Control in New Rochelle, NY?

We do pest control differently at Mosquito Squad, because we know that pests are stubborn. That’s why we operate on 3-week treatment cycles to help protect your home from pests like ants throughout the season.

Also, we never lock you into contracts. We’ll never spring hidden fees on you at the last minute (because there aren’t any hidden fees). And we promise to perform your first treatment within 48 hours, or it’s free. All of that, plus our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee, makes working with us a no-brainer.

For dependable outdoor pest control near you, call on the professionals at Mosquito Squad. Call (914) 533-1159 or contact us online for a complimentary New Rochelle, NY pest control assessment and quote.

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