The first step is to confirm that ants are the problem.
“[Look for] signs,” says associate certified entomologist Shannon Harlow-Ellis.
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This last one might sound obvious, but Harlow-Ellis mentions that these areoften mistaken for flying ants.
But if you suspect you already have termites, dont wait.
Harlow-Ellis says securing your food in air-tight, hard plastic containers is also a must.
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Harlow-Ellis says the telltale signs include droppings, shed skins, and a musty odor.
Theyre also more likely to be seen at night than during the day.
Harlow-Ellis notes that extra moisture around wood can lead to an increase in cockroaches.
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