Ants are small but mighty pests that often seem to show up out of nowhere – especially when food is involved. 

That’s why seeing an ant or two trapezing around your kitchen or dining room is not surprising. But when you notice that weird black line in your bathroom and realize it’s ants, it’s hard to imagine what could be so appealing about that room.

Here are a couple of reasons ants love the bathroom:

Moisture

The bathroom contains a lot of water. From the toilet to the sink, to the shower, most of the tasks a bathroom is used for also use water.

Ants love moisture, so not allowing enough airflow after a hot shower, leaving water on the floor after bathtime with the kids, or even an unknown leak attract ants. Unnoticed water leaks may also cause wood or other materials to decay, which provides a food source to ants.

Stagnant water

Stagnant water may occur in your pipes, especially when there’s a blockage of some sort. For example, leaving hair in the shower drain may cause water to collect instead of draining completely.

For ants, this is considered a source of food and ants will be attracted to the smell, causing them to be finding their way into your bathroom.

How to Get Rid of Ants

Ants love moisture – which isn’t something you can really control in your bathroom. If you notice ants in your bathroom, follow the trail to either the source of where they’re coming from or their food source. Once you’ve identified either of those, you can remedy the problem.

Sealing up cracks and crevices and cleaning your drains is a good starting point, but if you keep noticing ants inside your home you may be dealing with an infestation. The best way to know for sure is by contacting a professional pest control company.

The team at Southern Pro are the Georgia pest and wildlife experts you need! Give us a call at 770-865-7673 today for a free inspection that can help diagnose and treat any problems.