How To Kill Ants Safely

First of all, thanks for stopping by. To be blunt, we’re not big fans of ants around here. Whether they’re carpenter ants or pharaoh ants in your house…Ick! They are just plain annoying, invasive and a little gross. So we dug in and did some research on natural ways to get rid of the ants inside and outside of your home safely with ingredients you can find around the house. By this point you’ve probably found that store-bought solutions don’t work for keeping ants away. This tutorial will teach you the 6 best ways to kill ants naturally. You’ll learn which home remedies can be made right in your kitchen, and which are best left to the experts.I hate ants. In fact, most people hate ants. Sure, they’re small and can’t be seen by the human eye like bees or bears can, but they’re just as annoying. Ants have a way of getting into our homes when we don’t call for them. And, if you have a kid (or are one), you know they’re a threat to food, especially sugar. This is why it’s imperative to rid yourself of them as soon as possible because if you don’t your going to need a 10×10 foot room in your house designated for these tiny wingless creatures! So, how do you get rid of ants? Well there’s many products available but I’m not really a fan of using them because some can be harmful and I’d rather use natural methods and treatments that won’t harm my family or animals.

How To Kill Ants Safely

Ants are unsightly pests that can invade your home at any time. They get in through cracks and crevices as well as openings around pipes and windows.

Ants are unsightly pests that can invade your home at any time. They get in through cracks and crevices as well as openings around pipes and windows. They can also enter through openings around doors, windows, plumbing or electrical outlets.

To keep ants from coming into the house:

There are several steps you can take to kill ants. First, try to find out where the colony is located. If you have an idea of where the nest is, you can focus your efforts there and make a big impact on the size of your ant problem!

There are several steps you can take to kill ants. First, try to find out where the colony is located. If you have an idea of where the nest is, you can focus your efforts there and make a big impact on the size of your ant problem!

It’s also important to remember that ants travel in groups. While they may appear harmless on their own, it’s best not to underestimate what one ant might do if it gets into your house or kitchen—or worse yet, comes in contact with any food!

Spraying the nest with a pesticide is especially effective at killing multiple ants in one shot. Most pesticides are designed to kill ants on contact so all it takes is a quick burst of spray to eliminate them instantly!

Spraying the nest with a pesticide is especially effective at killing multiple ants in one shot. Most pesticides are designed to kill ants on contact so all it takes is a quick burst of spray to eliminate them instantly!

If spraying the colony directly doesn’t work, you may have some luck with a bait system or even just putting out small amounts of sugar water for them to feed on. If you put out sugar water, try not to put too much because it will attract other insects like bees which could be dangerous if there’s an allergic reaction nearby.

If spraying the colony directly doesn’t work, you may have some luck with a bait system or even just putting out small amounts of sugar water for them to feed on. If you put out sugar water, try not to put too much because it will attract other insects like bees which could be dangerous if there’s an allergic reaction nearby.

Some people like using boric acid as an alternative method for getting rid of ants without harming pets or children who might accidentally come into contact with these products too.

Boric acid is a natural product that is safe for humans and pets. It can be used in homes to kill ants, as well as in gardens, but it must be applied carefully so that you do not over-apply or let it come into contact with children or pets.

Boric acid will kill ants effectively, but there are some drawbacks to this method of control. For one thing, boric acid usually needs to be reapplied after a few days before it will start working again. This means that you will have to purchase the chemical more often than you would if using another type of ant bait product. Also, the fact that this solution is not always effective may lead you back into using harsher chemicals such as pesticides which pose their own risks based on how they’re used around your home or garden setting (see below).

You can use baits, sprays and powders to kill ants safely and effectively without harming pets or children who might come into contact with these products too!

Now that you know how to identify ants, the next step is learning how to kill them. The good news is that killing ants is not as difficult as it may seem at first glance. You can use baits, sprays and powders to kill ants safely and effectively without harming pets or children who might come into contact with these products too!

Baits are a great option for killing ants because they contain a slow-acting poison that gets passed through the digestive tract of the ant and kills them slowly while they carry it back home to feed their colony; this means that when other members of your household eat any food contaminated by dead bodies from these baits there’s no risk at all of poisoning yourself or anyone else in your household. Sprays also work well if applied directly onto an ant nest (or where there are many colonies). Ant powders work similarly but tend not be quite as effective because sometimes some specimens escape after coming into contact with such a substance before dying (because they’re so tiny). For larger infestations we recommend using boric acid instead–this natural mineral isn’t poisonous but rather causes physical damage over time which eventually leads to death within hours (if not sooner).

TERRO T300B Liquid Ant Killer, 12 Bait Stations
Price : $11.92
Features :

  • Attracts & Kills – Kills common household ants including acrobat, crazy, ghost, little black, odorous house, pavement, and other sweet-eating ants
  • Kills the Ants You See & the Ones You Don’t – As worker ants discover the bait, they share it with the rest of the colony to eliminate them all
  • Works Fast – You should see a significant decrease in the number of ants visiting the bait stations within just a few days
  • Ready to Use – Place the bait stations, watch it attract ants, and eliminate the entire colony
  • Use Throughout Your Home – Place stations near areas where you’ve seen ant activity including along baseboards, in corners, on counters, and more

Additional Info :

Item Dimensions
Height 4.5 Inches
Width 6.6 Inches
Length 1.2 Inches
Weight 0.27 Pounds
Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter2: With Comfort Wand, Kills Ants, Cockroaches, Spiders, Fleas & Ticks, Odor Free, 1.1 gal.
Price : $14.49 ($0.10 / Fl Oz)
Features :

  • Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter2 with Comfort Wand kills ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks and other listed bugs; the formula is odor free, won’t stain, and keeps listed bugs out
  • KILLS BUGS INSIDE: Kills those annoying home-invading insects, including ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks, scorpions, beetles, silverfish, centipedes and millipedes
  • KEEPS BUGS OUTSIDE: Creates a bug barrier that will kill bugs you have and prevents new bugs for up to 12 months (applies to ants, roaches and spiders indoors on non-porous surfaces)
  • NO STAINING OR STINK: This spray can be used indoors and out, leaves no residue, and has no odor; people and pets may re-enter treated areas after spray has dried
  • WAND MAKES APPLICATION EASY: The Comfort Wand eliminates hand fatigue, and there’s no pumping required, making it easy to spray along your home’s perimeter–indoors and outside

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Color White
Item Dimensions
Height 4.88 Inches
Width 12 Inches
Length 8.95 Inches
Weight 0.73 Pounds
Mighty Mint - 16oz Insect and Pest Control Peppermint Oil - Natural Spray for Spiders, Ants, and More - Non Toxic
Price : $18.98
Features :

  • Safe
  • Extra Concentrated for Long-Lasting Protection
  • Natural Ingredients Proven Effective in the Real World
  • Large 16oz Bottle
  • Powerful Essential Oil

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Item Dimensions
Weight 1 Pounds
Wondercide - Ready to Use Flea, Tick, and Mosquito Yard Spray with Natural Essential Oils – Mosquito and Insect Killer, Treatment, and Repellent - Plant-Based - Safe for Pets, Plants, Kids - 32 oz
Price : $34.99
Features :

  • KILLS & REPELS. A flea and tick preventative and a treatment, this pest-repellent spray is powered by natural essential oils and protects your pets and family.
  • SPRAY & PLAY! Safe for cats, dogs and people of all ages, with no wait time for drying or reentry into sprayed areas and environments. Just attach directly to a garden hose, spray your backyard, and enjoy. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
  • TREATS UP TO 5,000 SQUARE FEET. Can be safely used on lawns, gardens, grass, patios, dog kennels, vegetables, flowers, siding, brick, paint and more. Treat an existing pest infestation or for prevention. Application coverage depends on water pressure and walking speed.
  • NO HARSH CHEMICALS. No artificial colors, fragrances or harsh pesticides. Made in the USA from powerful, sustainable, plant-based ingredients. Safe when sprayed outdoors around pets, kids, and beneficial insects like bees and butterflies. Cruelty-Free and biodegradable. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
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Item Dimensions
Width 6.2
Length 2.3
TERRO T334 Multi-Surface Liquid Ant Baits – 4 Discreet Bait Stations , Orange
Price : $6.98
Features :

  • Attracts and kills the household ants you see and the ants you don’t
  • 4 Discreet Bait Stations, two color design blends in with your décor
  • Adhesive strips attach ant baits to walls or under cabinets
  • Worker ants carry and deliver a lethal dose to the rest of the colony
  • Stay fresh twist tab keeps liquid bait fresh until opened

Additional Info :

Color Orange
Item Dimensions
Height 8.13 Inches
Width 5.75 Inches
Length 1.75 Inches
Weight 0.01 Pounds

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