Have you ever been faced with the daunting and annoying problem of ants or other insects in your car? Not only is it gross and unnerving, it’s also frustrating because it seems almost impossible to get them out. Instead of pulling out your hair or selling your car to the highest bidder, you can get rid of those pesky ants with these tips from our experts at the Toyota Service Center in Charlotte! Take a few deep breaths and read on to see how you can evict those insects and ants from your car.
Have an ant-free ride with these Toyota service tips!
If you’re currently facing an ant or small insect problem in your car, you’re more than likely facing a problem with something in your car that the ants want to eat or bring to their queen. If you’ve been driving and seen ants crawling across your dash or gathering in your cup holder, it can be a major distraction and can even be a risk while driving. To get rid of those creepy-crawlies, our Charlotte Toyota service professionals suggest:
- Giving your car a deep clean! More than likely, there is something in your car that is tasty to the ants. If something is there, they will find it. To stop the ants from searching your car for a colony-wide snack, clean your car thoroughly. Vacuum the seats and floors, getting in the nooks and crannies where crumbs and particles can fall and get stuck. Do your best to vacuum under your car's seats and even the tight spaces, like between the seat and center console. You can save time on this task and bring your vehicle into our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte to have our experts detail your car's interior and exterior!
- Using baits and traps! If cleaning isn't enough, you may need to invest in baits or traps for your car. If you have children or pets riding in your car, it's best to find baits that are non-toxic. For the best results, place traps in your car on the floor and under the seats when you get out of the car but be sure to remove them before you ride in the car again.
- Finding home remedies that work! Our Toyota Service Center technicians in Charlotte suggest a few home remedies for ant removal like sprinkling crushed black pepper or hard salt on the floors of your car. It's important to remember to vacuum these up in a few days once the job is done!
Tips to prevent ants from getting in your car from our Charlotte auto service center!
If you’re wondering where those irksome ants even came from, it could be because of where you’re parking! Typically, ants will invade cars that spend time parked under trees or in close proximity to a large ant hill. Keep an eye out for ant trails near your car, because if you’re parking in the middle of them you may be giving them an invite to a buffet in your car!
Visit our Toyota Service Center in Charlotte at 13429 Statesville Rd. for more tips or for a quality car detailing!
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