How Do Ants Get Into My Bathroom?
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It can be a strange sight to find ants where you shower and brush your teeth. They get inside bathrooms by crawling up through drains and pipes, where you’ll find them in your shower or sink. They’ll also find small cracks or openings – some that you can’t even see with the naked eye.
But why would they choose such a place? Simply, ants are constantly looking for water to survive. Bathrooms provide moisture, food, shelter, and plenty of hiding spots for ant infestations. Most people try to get rid of these pests with store-bought sprays or traps. While these can work for a little while, they often don’t fix the real, underlying issue. And ants will stop at nothing to keep their water source.
The ant extermination experts at Rocket Pest Control here are diving into where ants show up in your bathroom and how to get rid of them.
Common Ant Entry Points in Bathrooms
Ants go for dark and moist areas with access to food and water, wherever that is in your Southeastern United States home. The humidity and leftover water found in your bathroom create the perfect welcoming environment for ants to build their nests.
The most common entry points we find with ant infestations include:
Cracks and Gaps
Ants are tiny and can squeeze through the smallest spaces. Even a tiny crack in your wall or floor can be an open door for ants. The best way to tackle these entry points is to seal them up.
Sink and Shower Drains
Sometimes, ants in your sink drain or shower are a sign of plumbing problems. Leaky pipes create moisture that attracts ants. DIY fixes like using drain covers or pouring boiling water down the drain can offer temporary relief. However, if there’s a bigger plumbing issue, you’ll need expert help.
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How Do You Get Rid of Ants in the Bathroom?
Bathrooms are an abundant source of dead skin cells, spilled liquids, hair, and toothpaste residue, which ants love to feed on. So one of the first steps to getting rid of ants is to clean those up regularly.
Some DIY fixes you can perform to get rid of ants include:
- Ant traps
- Insecticides
- White vinegar
- Boric acid
- Borax
- Orange or cucumber peel
- Cayenne pepper
- Coffee grounds
- Essential oils
These may work for smaller infestations, but often don’t solve bigger ones. And ant colonies can grow massively in a short amount of time.
You can effectively prevent ants by cleaning up water puddles and running the bathroom fan (or a dehumidifier). Always keep up with cleaning, such as emptying the bathroom trash, unclogging drains, and fixing any leaky drains and pipes.
Moisture Ants
Ants found in bathrooms are typically labeled as moisture ants. In Southeastern United States, you’ll most likely find the red hazelnut carpenter ant (Camponotus castaneus) in your bathroom. These ants love damp areas, making your bathroom the perfect spot for them.
But if you’re unsure what type of ant you have in your bathroom and how to properly get rid of them, call in a professional exterminator.
Ant Extermination for Any Room
At Rocket Pest Control, we find out exactly how ants are getting into your bathroom and stop them at the source. Our methods get rid of current ants and prevent future invasions. We use safe, effective treatments that target ants at their source. We’ll also spot and fix issues you might not notice, like hidden entry points or moisture problems.
So don’t let bathroom ants stress you out any longer. Reach out to us today for a free quote and say goodbye to ants! Just give us a call or fill out a contact form here.
