Seal entry points
Wipe up food spills immediately
Store food in airtight containers
Keep counters and floors clean
Take out trash regularly
Fix leaky pipes and faucets
Remove pet food after feeding
Spray vinegar along ant trails
Use soapy water on visible ants
Place ant bait near trails
Use borax-and-sugar bait carefully
Sprinkle diatomaceous earth near entry points
Trim plants away from the house
Remove outdoor food sources
Keep firewood away from the home
Treat outdoor ant nests
Replace damaged weather stripping
Keep gutters clean
Call a pest control professional