With the dog days of summer comes the annoying activity of unwelcome guests – ants inside your home or cottage. Not only can they ruin an outdoor event, they can also undermine the structural integrity of your building, making their presence a real concern. While removing them is often the work of a licensed pest control professional, we always like to offer some helpful advice for you to discourage their attendance at your location! Here are 5 simple tips for keeping annoying ants at bay: Eliminate or Control Ant Food Sources Ants are attracted to the residue from human and pet food. A simple but effective technique to reduce unwanted ants in your home or cottage is to wipe down your counters, remove crumbs and debris and ensure you store food is stored in tightly sealed containers. Pick up your pet food dish and be sure to wash it often. Clean containers before disposing in the recycling bin and always wipe up spills while wiping down your stove. Don’t forget the BBQ shelf where you set down the greasy flipper last night either. Clean up wood debris. Most ants are attracted to wood debris and rotting wood. This is especially... Read more →