3 easy ways to get rid of ants in the bath

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Why do ants appear in the bath

The appearance of even several members of the ant family in the bath is an unkind sign and such cohabitation can lead to serious problems. There can be several main reasons for the settlement of ants in the bath.

Fungus
The diet of ants can include various types of fungus and mold, so they can be attracted by the development of dangerous microflora in crevices, cracks or in the space behind the baseboards.
Lack of ventilation
If the bath is not properly ventilated, then the heat and high humidity inside the room remain much longer, which attracts ants inside, who are looking for shelter for the winter.
food leftovers
If the bath is not cleaned after each visit, then it is likely that inside you can find a huge amount of small crumbs and food residues. Such a food base can eventually attract not only ants, but also other unwanted "neighbors".
Ant's nest under the bath
If before the construction of a wooden bath, an anthill was located in its place, then it is likely that insects will not leave their territory. In such a situation, getting rid of ants is very difficult.

What types of ants can settle in the bath

By and large, any kind of ants can settle in the bath, but most often in such rooms you can find:

  • black garden ants;
  • red pharaoh ants;
  • red carpenter ants.

The latter type is the most dangerous and can even cause the destruction of the building.

What harm do ants do in the bath

In addition to the fact that the very fact of the presence of insects in the bath causes discomfort, these tiny pests can become a real problem for residents. Ants that have settled in the bath can be a danger to the owners.

Building destruction
These insects love to feast on mold on wooden walls, but thanks to their powerful, gnawing apparatus, they involuntarily “cut off” a small amount of wood along with the fungus. But, the most dangerous is the eating of wood by carpenter ants. The activity of one colony of this species can lead to the complete destruction of the walls and supports of the building, within a few years.
The spread of diseases
Ants are carriers of pathogens of various diseases and, having settled in a bath, they can quietly spread the infection, leaving it on the walls, tables or on the floor. Given the fact that unclothed people are often indoors at high temperatures, the danger is exacerbated. Ants can cause infection with typhus, cholera, dysentery or diphtheria.

How to get rid of ants in the bath

Fighting ants in the bath is quite difficult. To destroy dangerous pests inside residential premises, there are many different means and methods, and each of them has its pros and cons.

Chemicals

Indoor ant control chemicals come in a variety of forms:

  • gels;
  • powders;
  • aerosols;
  • the pencils;
  • crayons.

All of them are very easy to use, but require special care in work. After treating the premises with an insecticide of any form, it is extremely dangerous to be inside.

The most popular among the people are such drugs:

  • gel Pure House;
  • aerosol Raptor;
  • granules Grom-2;
  • gel Great Warrior;
  • Muracid powder;
  • aerosol Reid.

sulfur checkers

This is a very effective method, but such tools should be used with extreme caution. The checker is set and set on fire in that part of the bath where the largest accumulation of ants is observed. In this case, all windows and doors should be closed. It is strictly forbidden to be indoors after setting fire to a checker and it is very dangerous for health.

Doors and windows should be opened only 2-4 hours after the checker burns out. It will be safe to enter the room only after a few hours of ventilation.

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Traditional recipes

Folk methods can also be very useful in pest control and their main advantage is the safety of use. A good result in the "eviction" of ants showed simple means.

Baits
Insects are lured with sugar syrup, egg yolk or minced meat, which are usually mixed with boric acid or some kind of insecticide.
Pungent odors
Ants try to stay away from the "flavors", so put a large amount of parsley, garlic or tomato tops in the corners of the bath.
Sticky traps
Along the perimeter, you can lay out paper or cardboard, smeared with sticky bait, such as honey or jam.

Prevention of the appearance of ants in the bath

Even after you manage to defeat the pests, you should not let everything take its course. Insects from another ant family can again take over the premises, so you should be more prudent and follow the recommendations for preventing the appearance of ants:

  • treat logs with antifungal agents;
  • regularly ventilate the bath and prevent a strong increase in humidity inside;
  • seal all cracks and crevices through which insects can get inside;
  • regularly clean the premises and the surrounding area.
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Conclusion

Ants often appear in people's homes, but unlike concrete and brick structures, log cabins can suffer greatly due to their activity. In order to preserve the integrity and extend the life of a bathhouse, house or any other wooden structure, it is very important to follow the above tips and prevent these dangerous "companions" from settling.

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