Why Sammamish Homes Are a Sweet Target for Ants Why DIY Ant Control Usually Makes Things Worse The Sammamish Ant Battle Plan That Actually Works Step Strategy 1. Inspect & Detect Check kitchens, crawl spaces, and landscaping for trails, nests, and entry points. 2. Target the Colony Use slow-acting, non-repellent bait so ants carry it back to the queen. 3. Seal & Protect Close cracks, fix leaks, and trim vegetation touching the house. 4. Follow Up Keep monitoring for 2–3 weeks even one surviving queen can restart the colony. 5. Home Habits Wipe counters daily, store food airtight, and keep mulch 12–18 inches from siding. Pro Tips from Sammamish Neighbors “The key is patience once they take the bait, you’ll see fewer ants every day until they’re gone.” “Avoid sprays. It just makes the problem worse. Bait, wait, repeat.” Take Back Your Kitchen (Before They Take Over) Sugar ants can go from a few scouts to a full-blown invasion in a week. The faster you act, the easier it is to stop them. Call AMPM Exterminators at 206-571-7580 and schedule a Sammamish specific ant inspection today.Or share your ant battle story below we might feature your tip in our next community guide! Looking for related services?