ANTS

Natural indoor control

How to get rid of ants indoors

1. Using citrus fruits

Ants hate the smell of strong citrus fruits. Save your orange, lemon and grapefruit peels and scatter them around entry points. It's a natural way to deter ants without harming them.

2. Sprinkle coffee grounds

Coffee grounds are brilliant for deterring ants, too. Use yours to create a 'barrier' for the ants. They won't like the feeling underfoot, so place them around entry points.

3. Use peppermint oil

If you've got ants in your bathroom or kitchen, pour some peppermint oil onto a cotton wool pad and place them around the room. It might not look pretty, but it's a surefire way to keep ants at bay as they repel the strong smell. Ensure you place them close to dustbins, compost heaps or doors to the garden.

4. Tea Tree Oil

Mix up to 10 drops of tea tree oil in a large spray bottle and clean infected areas. You can also try soaking cotton wool or tissue and leaving it in hotspot areas.

5. Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE)

Not to be confused with lemon eucalyptus oil, OLE comes from an Australian eucalyptus tree which contains PMD. Classified as a bio-pesticide, PMD has been found to work as a good insect repellent.

6. Cinnamon

Another kitchen essential that ants don't like is cinnamon. Again, place it around the areas where ants are coming into your home. Aim for doors, windowsills, floors, flower pots and any tiny gaps.

General maintenance, good hygiene, and regular cleanliness will help to prevent pests.

Remember: always take pictures of the issue that you have; this can make things easier to identify the problem.

“Any pest or vermin can be harmful to your health, your loved ones, your pets and can cause damage to your property”

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