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Ants love to follow straight lines, which makes it easier to target them when baiting. Ask customers when and where they see ants and whether they’ve noticed any patterns in how the ants move. Their input can help you find ant trails and where to place bait.
Place baits within bait stations along these trails — including on sidewalk edges, pathways, windowsills or near plant stems that touch the house — so the ants can easily take it back to their colonies. Using bait stations will keep the bait from drying out or getting contaminated, making it last longer.
If you can’t find the main colony, check houseplants for nests. Ants often build satellite colonies in potted plants with moist soil. They may also feed on pests like root mealybugs or aphids that make sugary secretions. Treating for these pests while baiting for ants can improve results. Make sure to use enough bait and protect it in stations to avoid costly callbacks.
