We had a big problem with black ants in the kitchen. To get rid of them I didn't use any chemicals. Nor did I purchase any 'safe' ant repellents or anything. Instead, I searched for a natural home remedy that would work. I found it... Bay leaves!
You've probably seen them hanging out in people's yards. Truthfully, I never understood the whole Bag-a-Bug concept... that is, until WE needed to use them! Here's why we swear by the bug bags...