A wise friend pointed out that the ants nesting around and under my car
were mostly just seeking heat. But in the summer they also enjoy the nice
water that drips from the a/c.
I and my exterminator are still experimenting with getting rid of them.
The exterminator's approach is to drown the nests with poison - no subtlety
there. Two tries have taken out about 8 of 10 mounds. The scariest part:
Two brown widows showed up to help with the effort. Ack.
How To Get Rid of Ants
A reader asks: I need help! I have been getting bitten everyday by ants that have invaded my car. What is an easy, quick, and odorless way to get rid of both the black and red ants?
Dear Reader: You have to identify ants to effectively control them. Different ants are attracted to different types of ant baits. If you don't want to do that I would suggest purchasing several different types of ant baits that come in little "cup" containers. Some will say they are for sweet or sugar seeking ants and others will say they are for protein or grease seeking ants. You can purchase them at most hardware or grocery stores. Place the bait cups in the
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Now, you need to determine where the ants are coming from. Are you parking your car directly over an ant nest? Are you transporting something that is attracting the ants like boxes of fruit or other types of food? Or, perhaps you put something in your car that had ants living in it.
Ants often require a water source, so I would think your ant infestation is being caused by something you are doing to attract them, rather than thinking that the ants have created a permanent nesting area inside your car.
Do some sleuthing and let me know if I can offer any more suggestions?
Comments
Tricia
27 Sep 2008, 23:22
27 Sep 2008, 23:22
Ask the Exterminator
29 Sep 2008, 14:05
29 Sep 2008, 14:05
I would suggesting using a granular bait, rather than liquid. The ants
carry the pieces of bait into the nest. Kills the entire colony after a
short period.