Sugar ants can be a real headache, especially when they invade your kitchen looking for sweets. But why are they so attracted to your home, and how can you keep them at bay?
1. Attraction to Sweets: Sugar ants are, as the name suggests, especially fond of sugary foods. Anything from crumbs to spills of soda can attract these little pests. Ensuring your kitchen is clean and free from these food sources is the first line of defense.
2. Easy Access Points: Sugar ants can slip through the smallest cracks, so even the most minor gaps in your doors or windows can serve as entry points. Regularly check for cracks and seal them to reduce their access.
3. Effective Control Methods: If you’re dealing with an infestation, try placing ant bait traps near their entry points. These traps attract ants, which then carry the poison back to their colony. Over time, this can help eliminate the problem at its source.
Preventing sugar ants doesn’t require harsh chemicals—just a little vigilance and maintenance in keeping your kitchen clean and sealed. With these tips, you can reclaim your home and enjoy a sugar-ant-free space!
Jeff Verges/Owner/Operator
742 Santa Anita Court
Eugene, OR 97401
541-688-0580 Eugene
503-371-8373 Salem
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