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-Published on November 30, 2024
-Updated on March 19, 2025
Ants donโt just make their homes in kitchens or patiosโitโs not uncommon to find ants in the bathroom, invading bathtubs, sinks, or showers. Understanding the factors that lead to their presence is essential for eliminating infestations and maintaining a clean, ant-free environment in all parts of your home.
In this guide, weโll explore why ants in the bathroom appear, identify the types of ants you might encounter, and provide practical tips for how to get rid of ants in the bathroom. Whether youโre dealing with ants around the toilet, your counters, or the sink drain, our expert advice will help you reclaim your space and prevent future infestations.
Discovering ants in the bathroom can be frustratingโand a little surprising. Bathrooms may not seem like an obvious place for ants to invade, but these pests are very attracted to the moisture and various food sources. For instance, water from sinks, tubs, and showers gives ants the hydration they need. Residues from toothpaste, soaps, shampoos, and even dead skin cells can serve as food for these tiny and persistent invaders.
Ants are also drawn to the warm, humid environment typical of bathrooms. The combination of heat and moisture creates an ideal breeding ground for certain ant species. Small cracks and gaps around windows, doors, plumbing, and electrical wiring allow ants to enter your bathroom undetected. Once inside, they leave pheromone trails to communicate with other ants, leading to a larger ant infestation in the bathroom.
Itโs always best to know what youโre dealing with. Here are some common types of ants found in bathrooms:
Eliminating ants from your bathroom often requires multiple approaches. Here are some of the most common ways to get rid of them:
Discouraging ants from invading your bathroom involves consistent maintenance and some good hygiene practices:
Dealing with ants in the shower, sink, or other bathroom areas can be extremely challengingโitโs best to put your ant problem in the hands of professionals. If you find ants in your bathroom, contact Hawx Pest Control for a free estimate. Our technicians use state-of-the-art tools to eliminate ant infestations and provide customized ant prevention tips with a tailored maintenance schedule to help keep them out in the future.
Our experts continually monitor the pest control space,and we update our articles when the new inforation becomes available.
Edited by
Kurt Freudensberger
Copy reviewed by
Michelle Sanchez
Scientifically reviewed by
Daniel Baldwin. BCE. CCFS, CP-FS
Edited by
Kurt Freudensberger
Copy Reviewed by
Michelle Sanchez
Scientifically reviewed by
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