Prevent ants by removing food residue and moisture, sealing entry points, using baits where trails appear and addressing nests outdoors. Kitchens attract ants for food; bathrooms attract them for water.
Last updated October 21, 2026.
Kitchen steps
- Wipe counters and sweep daily.
- Seal sugary foods, honey and pet food.
- Rinse containers before recycling.
- Empty trash nightly.
Bathroom steps
- Fix leaks and dry the sink and tub.
- Run exhaust fans.
- Seal gaps around pipes and tub edges.
- Clear hair and soap residue from drains.
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Stop the trail properly
Clean the trail with soap and water, use bait where ants travel, and avoid spraying trails. See why ants keep coming back for the reasoning.
Treat the source
Trim shrubs touching the house, move mulch away from the foundation and have the exterior treated if needed. Our Fort Lauderdale exterminator team handling ant control in Fort Lauderdale can target colonies. Also read how to pest-proof your kitchen and pantry.
