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The world features over 10,000 known species of ants. These common insects reside in nest communities located in trees, ground-level mounds, or underground. If you’ve noticed signs of infestation and want to know how to get rid of ants, discuss options with the team at Select Pest Control. Based in Hebron, KY, this exterminator has served the greater Cincinnati area for over 30 years, and offers pest control experience and knowledge that will eradicate infestations of all kinds.

Their pest control experts offer basic information about ants, and recommend ways to get rid of them:

  • Physical Description: Learn to recognize ants, so you don’t confuse them with termites. Ants, unlike termites, have “waists” between their abdomen and thorax. They also feature elbowed antennae and large heads. Ants vary slightly in size and color according to species. For example, carpenter ants are black, or red and black. They also might feature wings.

  • Hebron-KY-exterminatorDiet: Ants are omnivores that will eat just about anything that’s vegetable or animal. They love sugar, and are always looking for water sources. Food that’s left out, open trash cans, and standing water are very attractive to ants.

  • Deterrents: Spraying white vinegar along baseboards will eliminate the pheromone trails ants use to alert each other to food sources. Other deterrents include peppermint, lemon, and tea tree essential oils, as well as boric acid and food-grade diatomaceous earth.

  • Prevention: Tree and shrub branches provide entry points for ants, so cutting them back from your house will help prevent them from coming inside. Seal all cracks around the bottom of your house and remove standing water sources. Keep firewood and building materials away from your home, as they are ideal nesting areas.

Learn more about how to get rid of ants permanently by working with the experienced, knowledgeable team at Select Pest Control. This greater Cincinnati exterminator offers free inspections and estimates, targets indoor and outdoor entry points, and designs customized preventative control programs. Schedule your inspection or learn more about outstanding exterminator services by calling Select Pest Control at (513) 352-0080, or visit their website to learn more about their services.

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