Pest control experts have shared their top recommendations for products to keep bugs and mice away from homes and yards. According to Jeff Schumacher, owner of All-Safe Pest & Termite in Texas, liquid ant bait is one of the best options for ant control. “For ants, avoid using sprays,” Schumacher said. “That will only kill the ants you can see but won’t do anything to eliminate the colony. Slow-acting bait products like Terro work because ants think it’s food and will carry it back to the colony.”
Recommended Products
Other recommended products include Combat Max, which kills cockroaches using bait in containers, and diatomaceous earth, a food-grade option that is safe to use on fruits, veggies, and herbs. Experts also recommend using steel wool or copper mesh to seal gaps and exterior-grade caulk to prevent pests from entering homes.
For mouse control, old-fashioned snap traps are still effective, according to the experts. “Where you put them is what matters most,” Schumacher said. “Put them where mice will naturally run — along walls and baseboards.”
Preventative Measures
Preventative measures, such as using Ortho Home Defense, can also help protect homes from pests. “Ortho Home Defense applied along the foundation, around windows and entry points creates a barrier that holds up reasonably well between treatments,” said Kyle Turner, Pro Active Pest Control founder, president and CEO.
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