Check the Season
Ants are likely to try to move inside in cold and wet weather. Occasional ants may wander inside looking for food when the weather is warm, but a number of ants appearing in the winter may indicate they're nesting within the walls. Once a queen ant has taken up residence, the colony can be difficult to remove, as killing individual ants with sprays or traps won't stop more from coming.
Identify the Pest
There are thousands of species of ants. While sugar ants are a relatively harmless nuisance, fire ants may sting people, and carpenter ants can damage wood.
Prevent the Problem
A few simple practices can lower the chances of ants infesting your home. To make your house less inviting to these insects:
- Clean up food and residues, especially where ants are seen
- Store all edibles in sealed containers
- Kill any visible ants
- Fix leaky faucets
Ants are a common issue in many homes, but a full infestation often requires professional intervention. See this link for more about ant control in Garner.