Ants generally prefer damp areas, such as framing or flooring that's soft and spongy from a plumbing or roof leak. I suggest placing these out in the open or to protect pets, place them under crates, bowls or boxes, in voids, under the stairs or cupboards etc. I’ve seen some pet owners sprinkle coffee near (but not in) pet food bowls to stop ants from getting at the food.

Worker ants collect the toxic bait, usually in gel form, and take it back to the nest for the queen and the rest of the colony. It’s worth pointing out that even natural products can be harmful to children and pets or may damage certain surfaces. Boiling water is a well-known ant-killer but, for obvious reasons, this is not a solution for the lawn or close to plant life.clearance space between the soil around the foundation and the bottom row of siding to prevent ants from nesting in the siding (and make sure the soil slopes away from the house).

Once you locate the nest, or the vicinity of the nest, spray the area with an insecticide containing bifenthrin. Imidasect ant gel is a highly effective formulation to attract and control Pharoah Ants, Argentine and Black ants. The puffer action of the bottle allows you to blow the ant powder inside deep into cracks and crevices to permeate deep into the nest.

While ants are a problem, it pays to keep all food areas spotlessly clean, and to tidy away potentially enticing foods into sealed containers.

Leaving food out or not clearing up crumbs in the kitchen is an open invitation to ants, or you might just have too many tasty treats in your cupboards! Ants can be a real problem, especially during the summer months, which is why many homes and businesses owners use STV Dual Action Ant Bait Gel to rid their properties of these common pests. Ant killers should be handled directly as little as possible – they routinely contain chemicals that, while not always particularly harmful to people and pets, can cause allergies and irritation.For a safe way to get rid of ants, spray vinegar mixed with water around bowls of pet food to keep ants from feasting there.