duanebigsby Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 My fridge is full of ants. How do they survive in there, and how do I get rid of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ATF Posted July 7, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2014 Switch the fridge on. 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Switch the fridge on. yes.....either ants from Novosibirsk or fridge isn't turned on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post eefoo Posted July 7, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2014 1: They can't, in a properly working fridge. 2: (1) Empty and defrost fridge. (2) Clean thoroughly with soap and water. (3) Turn fridge back on and ensure it's working as advertised - i.e. cold. (4) Put beer back in fridge. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATF Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 (edited) Well they are either Russian ants or maybe you need a new door seal for your fridge to stop them getting in, in the first place. Edited July 8, 2014 by Tywais Removed quote of flame 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Well they are either Russian ants or maybe you need a new door seal for your fridge to stop them getting in, in the first place. Duane, I want to ask a sensible question. Was that ant holes you were talking about? Because obviously they are obviously not going to want the fridge turned in. If you are having problems turning the fridge on, PM Crossy, as he's an electrician and he might help you work out how to press the button, or flick the switch. I wish you well. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Crossy Posted July 7, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2014 I reckon they just want to chill out. OK I'll get my coat. Seriously, as others have noted clean out the fridge well, check and clean the door seal (even the really tiny ones shouldn't get past a magnetic seal). 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveAustin Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Mix borax (boric acid) with sugar, add boiled water, cool, place solution across any ant trails, give it a few hours till they all disappear, THEN clean fridge and rest of room/house. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post canman Posted July 8, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 8, 2014 My guess is you have just bought a bag full of fresh fruit and brough thte ants into the fridge with it, Rambutans perhaps, they are often full of ants? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherry Ayittey Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 close the fridge door 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BngkkB Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Are they living in the door or near the compressor where its warm and going into the cool area for a quick snack? See if you see where they are walking to and get behind the panel where they are disappearing. Sent from my GT-P3113 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tonytigerbkk Posted July 8, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 8, 2014 I have not had any problems with ants in my fridge but I did have a fridge infestation of clawed warriors. From experience the easiest way to rid the fridge of clawed warriors is with a M9A1-7 flamethrower, so I'm presuming that as Thai ants have an allergy to flame, this method will also de-ant-ify your home refrigeration unit. However, be careful to unplug the fridge first and remove any chocolate bars before turning that flamethrower loose on your fridge. You may also need some touch up paint to bring the fridge back to its showroom condition. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costas2008 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) I'm flabbergasted with you. So, you saw the ants in, and you are still have the fridge on? Do you understand, you are torturing, these lovely creatures. I'm contemplating to report you to the WWF. Edited July 8, 2014 by Tywais Flame removed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonytigerbkk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) If setting fire to your kitchen is not in your plans, you could try an anteater. The best anteater to get is the Vark with a flick knife, also known as an Aard-Vark. For the bigger ants you will need the advanced Mk2 version, also known as a Well Aard-Vark. Edited July 8, 2014 by tonytigerbkk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonytigerbkk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 A picture of an anteater earlier today. Please be aware that your anteater may vary in colour from the one shown on the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Tony, could you elaborate more on how your fridge became infested with clawed warriors? Did Dr Will come and visit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Are they living in the door or near the compressor where its warm and going into the cool area for a quick snack? See if you see where they are walking to and get behind the panel where they are disappearing. Sent from my GT-P3113 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app You can check on that with a magnifying glass....these in the cold area wear a small Pullover and boots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonytigerbkk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) Really Mr. Toad, you want me to talk about my personal infestations on a public forum. Please give a lady a little bit of dignity. Edited July 8, 2014 by tonytigerbkk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) If you haven't noticed them before then as previous poster noted, they probably we're in something that you recently put in there. Bee's in a hive can winter over in sub-zero weather by generating their own heat closely packed. I wouldn't suspect you have that many ants but if after emptying contents and cleaning you continue to see them I would suspect a faulty door seal or some perforation thru the back. Obviously they're either coming and going per above or the remnants of an import. Good luck. Edited July 8, 2014 by cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
score keeper Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 put you pants in the fridge, then when the ants migrate to your pants, put them on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATF Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 If all else fails..................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masuk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 gosh, some F-ANT-astic ideas here! turn the fridge on make sure the door is closed, check that there is power to the fridge. whatever next? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeycountry Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Close the fridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jacko45k Posted July 8, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted July 8, 2014 I reckon they just want to chill out. OK I'll get my coat. Seriously, as others have noted clean out the fridge well, check and clean the door seal (even the really tiny ones shouldn't get past a magnetic seal). Let me join in.... Turn the setting colder, they should move on unless they are from the ant-artic! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 If you haven't noticed them before then as previous poster noted, they probably we're in something that you recently put in there. Bee's in a hive can winter over in sub-zero weather by generating their own heat closely packed. I wouldn't suspect you have that many ants but if after emptying contents and cleaning you continue to see them I would suspect a faulty door seal or some perforation thru the back. Obviously they're either coming and going per above or the remnants of an import. Good luck. heck you are right....how do I protect my fridge from getting a bee's hive in it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 How about getting an ant eater? yeah I know, I'm no help at all......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h90 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I reckon they just want to chill out. OK I'll get my coat. Seriously, as others have noted clean out the fridge well, check and clean the door seal (even the really tiny ones shouldn't get past a magnetic seal). Let me join in.... Turn the setting colder, they should move on unless they are from the ant-artic! But what is if they are ants from Novosibirsk that came with a Russian Tourist. Now the fridge is the only place they can survive the hot weather. By setting it even colder you may make it more comfortable for them. Setting it warmer will force them to move out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suradit69 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 1: They can't, in a properly working fridge. 2: (1) Empty and defrost fridge. (2) Clean thoroughly with soap and water. (3) Turn fridge back on and ensure it's working as advertised - i.e. cold. (4) Put beer back in fridge. Or else he could spread copious amounts of sugar elsewhere in the kitchen to distract their attention from the fridge. What in particular seems to be attracting them in the fridge? Putting the lids back on jars, scraping up newly spilled items and using Ziploc bags for last week's carryout left-overs might frustrate them. I wouldn't say this to most people, but after reading through this thread it might be appropriate to mention that you shouldn't put commercial ant-poison in the fridge. Sometimes it's best to resist the easiest, most direct solutions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterb17 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I'm flabbergasted with you. So, you saw the ants in, and you are still have the fridge on? Do you understand, you are torturing, these lovely creatures. I'm contemplating to report you to the WWF. Costas you are such a tease- I would have thought in your domesticated role- you would have supplied a home remedy from some old lady in one of the Greek islands. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masuk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I'm flabbergasted with you. So, you saw the ants in, and you are still have the fridge on? Do you understand, you are torturing, these lovely creatures. I'm contemplating to report you to the WWF. Costas you are such a tease- I would have thought in your domesticated role- you would have supplied a home remedy from some old lady in one of the Greek islands. Now there's a thought: sprinkle some Ouzo on the floor! that will kill anything! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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