Vinegar wiped on all walls and counters, inside cabinets, etc. disturbs the trail they leave for other ants. Diatomaceous earth, sprinkled outside, will slice them open. May require 2nd application if rain, or over peiod of several weeks. Package all sweets, salt, etc. in air tight containers. Areas with sand (pavers) attract them. Apply Diatomaceous earth there, as well, along patio doors, entryways, etc.
I am totally obsessed with keeping things clean... no crumbs on the counter-tops. Also, all of my food is either in the refrigerator or stored in jars (like for pasta, flour, cornmeal, cereal, etc) -- with screw-on lids!!
Yesterday ants started invading my microwave. I need a safe method for cleaning the microwave and getting rid of the ants before they invade the kitchen.
Try TERRA ant traps from Home Depot or other big box stores.
i alternate between the myo ant bait and a commercial product.
Vinegar wiped on all walls and counters, inside cabinets, etc. disturbs the trail they leave for other ants. Diatomaceous earth, sprinkled outside, will slice them open. May require 2nd application if rain, or over peiod of several weeks. Package all sweets, salt, etc. in air tight containers. Areas with sand (pavers) attract them. Apply Diatomaceous earth there, as well, along patio doors, entryways, etc.
we have a pest control company and the y give us the liquid traps that can be bought at the grocery.
Hi Nan - This is the DIY formula that we use and it works really well. Good luck! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/ant-spray/
I have used Terra products for years
I am totally obsessed with keeping things clean... no crumbs on the counter-tops. Also, all of my food is either in the refrigerator or stored in jars (like for pasta, flour, cornmeal, cereal, etc) -- with screw-on lids!!