Clean up food crumbs, spills, and grease immediately
Store food in sealed containers
Take out trash regularly and keep bins tightly closed
Wipe counters, tables, and floors daily
Seal cracks, gaps, and entry points around windows, doors, and pipes
Fix leaks and reduce moisture in kitchens, bathrooms, and basements
Remove pet food after feeding and keep bowls clean
Eliminate standing water indoors and outdoors
Use ant bait stations along ant trails and near entry points
Replace bait as directed until ant activity stops
Apply ant-safe insecticide only where needed and according to label instructions
Clean ant trails with soap and water or vinegar solution
Trim vegetation away from the house
Keep mulch, firewood, and debris away from the foundation
Vacuum ants and dispose of the vacuum contents outside
Call a pest control professional if the infestation persists