Borax is effective at killing ants and can be used as both a preventative measure and a treatment for an infestation. When used as a preventative borax can be sprayed around the perimeter of your home or property to keep ants from entering. If you already have an ant problem borax can be used to kill the ants and their colony. Mix equal parts borax and sugar to make a bait that the ants will take back to their colony. The ants will eat the sugar and the borax will kill them. You can also make a borax solution to spray directly on ants and their nests.
What is borax?
Borax is a powdery white mineral that is used in many different household cleaning and laundry products.
How does borax kill ants?
Borax kills ants by causing them to dehydrate and die.
What other uses does borax have?
Borax can also be used as a pesticide herbicide and fungicide.
Is borax safe to use around children and pets?
Yes borax is considered to be a low toxicity substance and is not expected to cause harm when used as directed.
How do I use borax to kill ants?
You can make a homemade ant bait by mixing borax with sugar or honey.
Place the mixture in a shallow dish and set it near where you’ve seen the ants.
How long does it take for borax to kill ants?
It usually takes a few days for the borax to kill the ants.
Will borax kill other insects?
Yes borax can also kill other insects such as cockroaches silverfish and beetles.
Where can I buy borax?
Borax is available in the laundry aisle of most grocery stores.
How much borax should I use?
When using borax to kill ants use about 1 teaspoon per cup of sugar or honey.
I think there are ants in my house.
Should I call an exterminator?
You may not need to call an exterminator if you can get rid of the ants using borax.
I don’t want to use borax.
Are there any other ways to get rid of ants?
Other ways to get rid of ants include using diatomaceous earth cinnamon or coffee grounds.
I don’t like the idea of using chemicals to get rid of ants.
What are some natural methods?
Some natural methods include using vinegar citrus peel or boiling water.
I tried using borax but the ants are still coming.
What should I do?
Make sure to clean up any food or water sources that the ants may be attracted to.
I don’t want to use borax in my house.
Is there another way to use it?
You can also use borax outdoors to control ants fleas and other insects.
What are some safety precautions I should take when using borax?
When using borax be sure to avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Also keep it out of reach of children and pets.
