Ants

Whether ants have infiltrated your home or yard, discover what type of ant you are dealing with and get the best pest control tips and techniques.

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How To Get Rid of Sugar Ants In Your Home

From baits to soap and caulk, here's what actually works to prevent these tiny, ambitious invaders from raiding your kitchen.

Here’s Why ‘Shark Tank’ Loves First Saturday Lime to Keep Bugs at Bay

Keep bugs away from your pets, yard and vegetables with First Saturday Lime.


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Red Ants vs. Fire Ants: What’s the Difference?

Learn the differences between red and fire ants (color is not one of them). The big similarity? Both are headaches...


Amdro Ant Bait Kills Outdoor Ants Before They Crawl Into Your Home

Sick of ants bugging you? For a wallet-friendly price, you can protect the perimeter of your home with...


13 Simple Solutions to Help You Get Rid of Ants for Good

From adhesive tape to vinegar, these 13 trusted items will tackle your ant problem and help you get rid of...

Should You Use Coca-Cola to Get Rid of Ants?

Got an ant problem? Some gardeners claim a bottle of coke is all you need to get rid of the...


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Can People Smell Ants?

The ability to smell ants, like the aversion to cilantro, may be genetic. It's also possible that some people are...

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10 Best Home Remedies for Ants (Plus One to Stop Using)

When pesky ants invade your house and garden, repel and eliminate them with 10 simple home remedies. (Plus one you're...


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Carpenter Ants vs. Black Ants: What’s the Difference?

Carpenter ants are twice as big as other types of black ants, which makes identification easy. If you have a...


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A Homeowner’s Guide to Ghost Ants

Tiny ghost ants are almost invisible, and they're especially attracted to sweets in the kitchen. Once they find something, you've...


Wondercide Flea and Tick Review: Is it the Best Tick Spray for Your Yard?

Bugs bugging you? Check out the Wondercide Flea and Tick Yard Spray to eradicate your lawn's pesky visitors. 

Does This TikTok Hack with Orange Peels Get Rid of Ants?

Has a bad bite convinced you get rid of those pesky ants once and for all? We checked out this...


How to Stack and Store Firewood

Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.


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9 Things Your Ant Exterminator Wants You To Know

When the ants come marching in, here's what professional exterminators want you to know.


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Homeowner’s Guide To Flying Ants

Encountering a swarm of airborne arthropods in and around your home can be unsettling. Don't panic! Here's what you need...


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Ant Bites: What To Know

Ant bites and stings are more common than you think. Learn which ants are relatively harmless and which you should...

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What Are Fire Ants and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

Our hot take on fire ants: Here's what you need to know to protect yourself, your children and your pets.


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How To Identify and Get Rid of Carpenter Ants

Carpenter ants may not eat the wood they chew, but they can still cause a lot of damage to your...


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10 Natural Pest Control Remedies for Your Home

These common household products make great insect-control solutions. Keep those pests away with these natural remedies.


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7 Natural Ways to Keep Bees and Ants Away From Hummingbird Feeders

Pests be gone! Discover seven smart ways to keep bees, wasps and ants away from your hummingbird feeders.


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How to Identify Types of Ants

From the ordinary to the bizarre, here's how to identify different types of ants you're likely to encounter in and...


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The Homeowner’s Guide to Ant Pest Control

Ants, the most common insects in the world, are an essential part of our ecosystem. They're also a big nuisance....


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14 Best Ant Killers for Your Home and Yard

There are many ways to kill ants in and around your home and yard. Check out this rundown of the...


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What to Know About an Ant’s Life Cycle

Discover what an ant's life cycle is like to understand how to identify and combat these household pests.


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Are Ants Harmful to People, Pets, and Property?

Notorious for showing up uninvited at picnics, are ants just a nuisance or do they pose a threat to your...

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11 Interesting Facts About Ants

Discover why ants are nature's foraging and social-networking phenoms. Here are some fascinating and fun facts about ants.


15 Pest Control Horror Stories That Will Make Your Skin Crawl

Rats and roaches are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the most terrifying pest control stories...


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How to Get Rid of Ants When You Have a Dog or Cat in the House

Need to know how to get rid of ants fast without harming Fido? We've got you covered.


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How to Get Rid of Ants in Your House and Yard

Here's how to get rid of ants, including natural ant repellents, ant prevention tips and ant bait and killer spray...


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Flying Ants vs. Termites

Flying ants and termites are not the same thing. Here are the differences and what you can do about an...


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How To Quickly Get Rid of Ants

To get rid of ants quickly, you'll need to pay attention to their trail.