Clean Up: Ensure no food scraps or crumbs are left behind after meals. This simple act can deter ants, as they primarily come searching for food and water.
Vaseline: Ants leave pheromone trails for others to follow. By applying Vaseline over their trail, you disrupt their path by masking their scent.
Soap and Water: Another way to eradicate the ant trail is by cleaning it using a simple mixture of soap and water.
Natural Bait: Target the root of the problem—the ant colony. Create bait using peanut butter, sugar, Borax, and water. The ants will carry this mixture back to their colony, affecting the entire group.
Vinegar Solution: Mix one part vinegar with three parts water and spray it over the ant trails, especially effective for those spots that are hard to reach.
Cucumber Peel: Interestingly, ants are repelled by the aroma of cucumbers. Placing cucumber peels at their entry points can be an effective deterrent.
Cinnamon: If you have concerns about cucumber peels decomposing, another aromatic option is cinnamon. You can either sprinkle ground cinnamon or place cinnamon sticks at places frequented by ants.
Peppermint Oil: Create a repellent solution by mixing 2-3 tablespoons of peppermint oil with a quart of water. Spray this around entry points to deter ants.
Cayenne Pepper and Garlic: A potent mixture of cayenne pepper, garlic, and water can be sprayed directly onto ant nests, tackling the problem at its source.
Brush Removal: Ensure there's no brush or wood piles resting against your home. These can act as bridges for ants, enabling easy access into your house.
Opt for these natural remedies and ensure a safer, chemical-free environment while also keeping those pesky ants at bay.
