If you own a home, visited or lived in Florida you are probably aware of the ant population. Ants are not just a picnic nuisance. If you have seen a black ant crawling around the inside of your home or if you have had the misfortune of stepping on a fire ant mound, you know what I mean.
According to the National Pest Management Association you can take proactive steps to eliminate ants and prevent them from becoming unwanted house guests.
These steps include:
- Eliminate sources of moisture or standing water near a home
- Keep food in sealed containers
- Dispose of garbage regularly
- Keep pet food and water dishes clean and remove any spilled food
- Seal cracks and holes around a home
These are all good common sense precautions that everyone can and should follow. You can also use the services of a professional pest control company. Having a pest inspection company inspect your home before you purchase your home and then having them follow up with regular check ups will reduce your chances of having ants or other pests in your home.
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