Do You Have Ants in Your Gutters?

Ants are certainly interesting creatures but good roommates, they are not. They can ruin wooden fixtures, clothes and electrical wiring, and their formic acid-laced bites are itchy, annoying and potentially allergenic. These are hardy bugs that can survive almost any environment and, unfortunately, your home provides some spots ideal for establishing their growing colonies.

Nobody likes getting invaded by these intrepid insects. That’s why our experienced craftsmen at Handyman Connection® of Winter Park have listed down a few tips to help keep your home ant-free.

Keep Your Gutters Clean

It’s easy to think that the constant threat of flowing water might deter some queens from building their nests up in your gutters, but this is a common mistake many homeowners make. Ant colonies are designed to withstand flooding. Some fire ant species even thrive in nests that are extremely close to water. Moreover, the plant debris that often finds their way inside your downspouts provide a steady supply of nutrients for a small colony. Keeping your gutters clear of any obstruction certainly helps to discourage ants from nesting up in there.

Keep Nearby Plant Life Under Control

Trees with branches overhanging your gutters are a constant source of leaves and twigs. They can also serve as “bridges” that scouting ants can use to actually strike new ground within the structure of your home. Keeping them trimmed is an effective preventive measure that will help keep your gutters free of any ants. This must be done regularly and as often as necessary so you can nip your ant problems in the bud, so to speak.

Protect your home and your gutters from ants with Handyman Connection of Winter Park. We are your number one provider of gutter cleaning equipment and products, including effective insect repellants. Give us a call at (407) 270-2348 or fill out our online contact form to request an estimate today.