Strategies to Prevent Ant Infestations in Your Home

To prevent ant infestations in Canada and Victoria, BC, Garden City Pest Control recommends several strategies that can be implemented, including maintaining dry conditions and addressing moisture problems. Some key preventive measures are:

• Sealing and Storing Food: Keep food in hermetically sealed containers to prevent attracting ants.
• Eliminating Potential Food Sources: Clean up properly to avoid attracting ants, especially when dining outside. This includes sealing and storing food products properly and in a clean place.
• Repairing Leaks and Damaged Wood: Promptly repair all plumbing leaks, replace damaged or decayed wood, and ensure that wood siding is not touching moist earth.
• Cleaning Gutters and Preventing Overflow: Regularly clean gutters to prevent overflow, which can create moist conditions attractive to ants.
• Plugging Potential Entry Points: Consider sealing potential entry points, such as utility line holes, to prevent ant intrusion.

These measures are essential for minimizing the risk of ant infestations and maintaining a pest-free environment especially on the West coast of Canada.