What Attracts Big Ants?
WouterGenerally, ants look for water and shelter. They are most active in spring and summer. When they forage for food, they leave a scent trail to attract other ants.
Ants are drawn to sweet-smelling foods. They are attracted to sugar, so you may want to remove sugary foods from your home.
Generally, ants will come into your home for food and water. They can enter your home through foundation cracks, through gaps under doors and windows, and through leaking pipes. These insects are not harmful, but their presence can cause cosmetic damage to your home.
Some of the main foods that ants seek out include sugar, grease, and oil. This is especially true for carpenter ants. They like to build their nests in soft wood, such as rotten wood or wood that is wet or decaying.
If you’ve seen ants in your home, you may be able to use baits to trap them. Place bait along ant trails and near moist areas. The ants will follow the trail to the bait and carry it back to their nest. This process can take a week or so, but it’s a very effective way to get rid of ants.
In addition to baits, you can use chemical barrier treatments to seal windows and door frames. Sealing cracks can also help prevent ants from entering your home.
If you’re unable to get rid of the ants on your own, Western Pest Services can help. Using a professional can prevent an ant infestation and restore your home to its former beauty.
