Summer often brings a rise in unwanted pests like ants and mice. To tackle this issue, pest control experts share their recommended products to safeguard homes and yards.
Top Pest Control Products
Pest control specialists suggest several effective products to manage these nuisances:
- Terro Liquid Ant Bait: Priced at $9.58, down from $12.99. This indoor bait targets the ant queen and colony. Jeff Schumacher, owner of All-Safe Pest & Termite in Texas, advises against using sprays since they kill only visible ants. Instead, slow-acting baits like Terro allow ants to carry ‘food’ back to their colony, leading to its elimination.
- Combat Max Roach Bait: Available for $11.99, originally $13.99. This product effectively controls roach odors. Schumacher recommends products like Combat Max gel as they offer long-term results, with roaches sharing the bait within their colonies.
- Advion Gel Bait for Cockroaches: At $23.28, reduced from $24.99. Labeled as ‘professional-grade’ by Kyle Turner of Pro Active Pest Control, a small application in cracks, under appliances, or behind cabinets proves more effective than sprays.
- Snap Mice Traps: Costing $17.99, previously $19.99. These traps remain user-friendly, with placement being key. Schumacher advises placing them along walls and baseboards where mice frequently run.
- Victor Wooden Mice Traps: Priced at $12.39, down from $12.99. Joel Miller, from Miller Pest Solutions, finds these classic traps highly effective. A dab of peanut butter on traps placed against walls yields quick results.
- Steel Wool for Mice Control: Available for $9.99. Seal entry points with steel wool or copper mesh, combined with exterior-grade caulk. Nicole Carpenter from Black Pest Prevention stresses this two-layer method prevents mice from chewing through non-metal barriers.
- Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer: Costs $20.76, reduced from $25.99. This product offers a year-long shield when applied around the foundation, windows, and entry points, minimizing treatment frequency, as noted by Turner.
- Neem Oil: Priced at $9.49, down from $12.99. This natural oil protects both indoor and outdoor plants from pests. Ralph Masferrer of Aruza Pest Control finds it effective against aphids and ants.
- Diatomaceous Earth: Available for $29.99. This organic, chemical-free powder, coupled with a duster, effectively treats ants, roaches, fleas, and more. Masferrer uses it personally for its dehydrating effect on insects.
Deals on Bug Protection Products
Need more options for pest control? Check out these additional products:
- Thermacell Fuel-ZoneGuard mosquito repeller: $16.19
- Bug zapper: $37.99
- Mosquito-repellant bracelets: $8.99
- Citronella candles, 4-pack: $17.99
- OFF! Clean Feel insect repellent, 2-pack: $11.99
- OFF! Backyard Bug Control pretreat: $10.78
Fox News commerce writer Christopher Murray specializes in outdoor gear, DIY projects, grills, pet products, and auto essentials.