Identify the Ant Type Different ants need different solutions. Fire ants? Carpenter ants? Know your enemy before you attack.
Don’t Just Flatten the Hills Smooshing the mound may look better, but it doesn’t solve the problem. The colony is still active underground.
Use Boiling Water Pouring boiling water directly onto the mound is a simple, chemical-free solution. Repeat as needed.
Try Diatomaceous Earth This natural powder dries out ants and is safe for pets and kids. Dust it around and inside the mound.
Use Vinegar and Water Mix equal parts of vinegar and water and pour it into the ant hill. It disrupts their scent trails and irritates them.
Bait, Don’t Spray Baits lure ants to carry poison back to the colony. Sprays kill on contact but don’t reach the queen.
Apply a Lawn Treatment Granular ant killers work across the lawn, not just on hills. Reapply as the product recommends.
Call a Pro if Needed If colonies keep returning, a pest control expert can find long-term solutions without harming your grass.