Combat Indoor and Outdoor Ant Killing Gel, 27 Gram

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This powdered insecticide is very easy to use, coming in a bottle with small holes in the top – simply shake it out like talcum powder. It can be dusted along doorframes and windowsills, and any other crevices through which ants are gaining access to your home. Ants make for small but unwelcome houseguests, trailing into kitchens and bathrooms in search of food and moisture during spring and summer. There are hundreds of species, and most are completely harmless, if a little smelly. “In all of the country, the most common house-invading ant is the odorous house ant,” says Dr. Jody Gangloff-Kaufmann of Cornell University’s New York State Integrated Pest Management Program. “And it is odorous — they’re pungent if you crush them.” Remember that different species of ants forage at different times of day, and colony sizes can greatly vary. Advion ant bait gel is translucent, has no odor, and is a non-staining formulation that stays fresh for extended periods. This allows ants to eat more Advion ant bait gel over an extended period of time, resulting in control and elimination of entire colonies.

Common garden ants don’t have stingers and don’t bite. They are very fond of sweet substances, so using sugary ant bait is likely to lure them in. Carpenter Ants

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Ant bait offers slow but effective pest control. Bait stations are filled with poisonous ant bait (usually disguised amongst high-sugar substances). Advion Ant Bait Gel takes advantage of the natural behavior of ants. Foraging worker ants are attracted to the sweet formula of the bait. After consuming the bait, the foraging ants will return to the nest and share the bait with the rest of the colony, including the queen(s). By ingesting the active ingredient Indoxacarb the ant’s nervous system is disrupted, ultimately ending in death.

Four main types of ants invade homes: carpenter, house, pavement, and fire. House ants are active in the warmer months and feed on sugary substances. The carpenter ant makes its home out of existing tunnels in wood and feeds on sugary foods. Pavement ants are usually found around sidewalks and driveways, while fire ants prefer constructing mounded nests in your lawn. Technical Information: Imidacloprid has been used in pest control products since 1994, and belongs to a class of insecticides known as neonicotinoids which are synthetic derivatives of nicotine. It impacts insects by disabling their central nervous system.

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Naturally, the formula is harmless to pets, people, other wildlife and the environment, too. If you want to be rid of ants without the killing, Nemasys No Ant is the obvious solution. Indoxacarb is an oxadiazine pesticide originally manufactured and patented by DuPont. Since Indoxacarb is the only chemical in its class, it offers laboratory-tested benefits that other pesticides simply cannot duplicate. For starters, Indoxacarb remains active even after digestion so it can be passed along to other insects through bait sharing. It is the first pest control bait that scientists have found to remain active after it has been transferred twice after the first lethal dose. Passing poison like this from one insect to another is known as horizontal transfer. Target Pests Ants are lured to the granules because of their food-like odor and are killed after returning with the granules to the colony. According to the manufacturer, a single application can eliminate carpenter ants, fire ants, and over 20 other ant species for up to three months. A 24-ounce container of the bait covers 1,080 linear feet, which should be enough to cover the perimeter of an average-sized home six times. Each box of Advion Ant Gel Bait includes detachable, reusable applicator tip(s). After use, these tips have a tendency become clogged with the residue of solidified gel bait. To minimize this risk, remove the applicator tip following each application and replace with the sealer cap originally attached. This will also help keep the bait fresh and increase its longevity. If applicator tips become clogged, consider insert a straightened paper clip through the tip to free it of hardened bait. April to September in the UK is ant season. The little blighters can get everywhere, contaminating food, biting and, most serious of all ant-based concerns, potentially playing havoc with your home’s foundations.

Ortho Fire Ant Killer contains the active ingredient bifenthrin, which targets the ants' nervous system and results in death. The 4-pound bag of granules is easy to use. All you have to do is sprinkle it on the lawn and add some water. In just 15 minutes, this product will kill ant queens and their mounds. Although it's not the longest-lasting product on this list, it's great at targeting pesky ant mounds that you would rather get rid of and may be able to prevent them from returning to the same area. Professor Pest particularly recommends Optigard for newly introduced or established interior concentrations of Ghost Ants or Odorous House Ants, and is best utilized as thin strip placements on inaccessible vertical or horizontal surfaces in direct proximity to ant harborage, away from direct sunlight. Like other gel baits, exposure to high temperatures has a tendency to liquify the bait, making it runnier and more difficult to effectively apply. Fortunately, removing ants from your property can be very simple and requires very little effort on your part. Indeed, by using individual methods of ant elimination or a combination, you can be ant-free in next to no time. The only question is: what method suits you best? Rating Information: Advion Ant Gel Bait is Professor Pest's most highly regarded general use ant gel bait due to its effectiveness against a broad spectrum of ants, ease of application, durability in varying climates, and product consistency. Advion can be applied indoors or outdoors on horizontal and/or vertical surfaces. Keep in mind that you want to be around 18 inches from the bug or surface you intend to spray. Make sure the spray nozzle is pointed at the insect or its hiding place before pressing the button down. While some ant killers are effective as a preventative measure, just spraying this product into a pest-free area will not provide long-term protection.It’s likely that you’ve done something (or rather not done something) to attract them. Leaving food out or not clearing up crumbs in the kitchen is an open invitation to ants, or you might just have too many tasty treats in your cupboards! While ants are a problem, it pays to keep all food areas spotlessly clean, and to tidy away potentially enticing foods into sealed containers. How do I get rid of the ants I have? Maxforce FC Killer Ant Gel Bait is a carbohydrate-rich ant gel bait that capitalizes on a process called trophallaxis whereby ants consume the bait and then feed it to other members of their colony, creating a domino effect towards total colony elimination. Target Ant Species: Acrobat Ants, Argentine Ants, Big Headed Ants, Cornfield Ants, Field Ants, Honey Ants, Odorous House Ants, Pavement Ants, Pharaoh Ants, Thief Ants. Rating Information: Although Maxforce FC has proven highly effective against certain ant species such as Argentine Ants, its label is less inclusive than some of the other ant gel bait products, causing it to rank slightly lower as a general all-purpose ant control product. Ant killer sprays usually contain Borax, a chemical which is considered safe for use around humans as long as the instructions are followed carefully. Ant Bait Traps 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.

Rating Information: Quantum is designed for use indoors or outdoors, with or without the provided plastic bait stations. Like Advion and Optigard, Quantum provides effective, long-term resolution of many ant species. Advion ant gel contains a unique active ingredient unlike any other ant gel, so it performs like no other.

Many ant killers can be used both indoors and outdoors. However, this depends on the ingredients they contain. 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. Rating Information: PT 388b made it into Professor Pest's Top 5 Ant Gel Bait products due to its versatility and palatability. In some instances, syringe-based Terro ant gel bait may be substituted with similar results. Dealing with an ant infestation can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. A several-pronged approach is often required to really battle effectively against those insist ant armies.