Ants may not carry disease, but they can still cause problems for homeowners, especially if they have found a way into your kitchen cabinets. With the temperatures dropping, an increasing number of these tiny insects will be seeking warmth and shelter and, once established inside, can be hard to eradicate. Therefore, here are some precautions you can take that will help with ant control.

A Guide to Keeping Your Home Ant-Free

1. Seal Entryways Around Your Home

These pests can enter your home through the smallest gaps around your windows or doors, or by crawling into your pipes. The first step towards ant control is to conduct a thorough visual inspection of your home's vulnerable areas and, when possible, to fill them in with caulk or sealant. 

2. Don’t Leave Food Out

Ants are scavengers—always on the hunt for food sources. With this in mind, keep the surfaces around your home, especially the kitchen, free from crumbs. Avoid leaving dirty dishes in the sink and clean up immediately after finishing your meal. Additionally, put leftovers in airtight containers.

3. Trim Foliage From House

Make sure there are no tree limbs or bushes touching the house. Excessive foliage creates more access points to your house that ants can use. Keeping access points to a minimum helps keep ants under control and also makes it easier to identify any entry points.

When you need professional ant control to rid your home of an infestation, consult Moore Pest Control in Hughes Springs, TX. These experts can remove pests from residential or commercial properties. They will also offer advice to help you prevent a repeat infestation. Call (903) 639-2884 today to schedule an inspection or visit their website to learn more about the full list of services they provide.