I sprinkle diotamaceous earth on my patio to kill bugs. It's not harmful to pets or people but be careful not to inhale it. Make sure it won't rain for a few days when you sprinkle it on.
I agree with Ann. I've used Terro for years for many types of ant infestations. It's around $5 and looks alot like honey. You must put it on small squares of cardboard so it doesn't get absorbed into ground or other surfaces. The ants will flock to it and carry the poison back to their nest- thus killing their whole colony! Hope this helps.
For non-toxic alternative, try diatomaceous earth. It if very fine powder, but it cuts up the exoskeleton of ants and other pests. I get food grade at my local co-op.
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See if this helps.
https://www.hunker.com/12287926/how-to-kill-patio-ants
https://m.wikihow.com/Kill-Ants-Outside
If you have children or pets, take care that they will not be harmed, especially if you use any chemicals.
I sprinkle diotamaceous earth on my patio to kill bugs. It's not harmful to pets or people but be careful not to inhale it. Make sure it won't rain for a few days when you sprinkle it on.
A product called Terro may work.
I agree with Ann. I've used Terro for years for many types of ant infestations. It's around $5 and looks alot like honey. You must put it on small squares of cardboard so it doesn't get absorbed into ground or other surfaces. The ants will flock to it and carry the poison back to their nest- thus killing their whole colony! Hope this helps.
For non-toxic alternative, try diatomaceous earth. It if very fine powder, but it cuts up the exoskeleton of ants and other pests. I get food grade at my local co-op.