Infestations are common in the spring and summer; ant colonies steal into your kitchen, scouring the floor and countertops for stray crumbs. As we enter the warm weather months, the experts at Coppermines Pest Control, based in Murrayville and serving all of North GA, share their pest control tips to keep the insects out of your house. 

3 Tips to Keep Ants Out of Your Home 

1. Caulk the Cracks

Ants get into your home by taking advantage of every crack, crevice, and tiny opening they can find. Trace the ants back to their source — typically near windows doors, and openings in the walls — and caulk those spaces. Sealing their entry ensures that they can't come and go as they please. 

2. Deter With Vinegar

When cleaning your house, use a homemade cleaning solution of half white vinegar, half water. Apart from being an effective and cheap cleaning solution, ants hate the smell of vinegar. Long after the scent fades for humans, it lingers as an effective deterrent for ants.  

3. Clean Up Thoroughly

If you see a few stray ants scurrying around your kitchen, it's usually a sign that the colony sent scouts to investigate the area. This is your chance to clean up the crumbs and food scraps in and around your kitchen and seal off other food sources. Don’t give them anything to write home about.

Suspect a problem? The exterminators at Coppermines Pest Control are fully equipped to keep your property safe and critter-free. From ants to termites to rodents, these professionals offer a variety of pest control options, including monthly packages for larger commercial properties and specialty exterminations for Asian beetles, mosquitos, and fire ants. Visit their website to learn more about their plans, or give them a call at (888) 717-7035 to schedule an appointment today.