Ant bait offers slow but effective pest control. Bait stations are filled with poisonous ant bait (usually disguised amongst high-sugar substances).

Using ant bait, as well as directly targeting the nest (identifiable by a soil mound) is the best ant killer method to help control an infestation of fire ants. Nematodes– A living organism that you can buy online, but you must keep in the fridge until used in the garden. I’ve had great results with nematodes in the spring when the ground is moist, but I’ve found they don’t work so well in the summer when the ground is dry. They are an organic and safe alternative to harsh chemicals. The design makes it easy to apply, taking the hassle out of using at-home treatments to fix an ant problem. It’s a good liquid alternative to using bait stations and granular bait without having to use an aerosol ant killer spray. In my case, I wasn’t sure where the nest was; however, there were a few places where the ant activity was more prolific, so I just poured a little pile of the granules in each of these places. I used this at the front of our property where our dog couldn’t get to it, I believe it’s also safe to use in sheds, garages, under floorboards etc.

The following tips will help you find the best ant killer to combat ant infestations around your property: The Different Types of Ant Killer It’s always recommended to read the manufacturer’s instructions first, to be sure exactly what your product is capable of and how it should be used, but these are some other insects that can be kept at bay by ant killers: Whereas some other products require decanting and diluting, Ant Gone only requires you to open the bottle and pour it straight over the ant nest. You can also use it on paths and patios when you can’t get to the nests. Nematodes are small, almost microscopic, roundworms that thrive in the top 15cm of soil throughout most parts of the world. Fire ants are quite common to find on garden lawns. They nest in small colonies (around 100 – 300 ants) in the soil.

The carpenter ant is much larger other ants like the common garden species. They can be around 0.5 cm long. If threatened, they can bite.Once inside, the ants were killed off; I saw no mess and no powder residue. I found that if I placed them strategically, there was no risk of pets getting to them either.