"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Everyone loves a summer parade, unless, of course, it's a parade of ants through your kitchen. Whether it's because of spilled sugar, fresh fruit, or a forgotten open box of cereal, ants always seem to find a way into our pantries. Unless you find the source of your ant problem quickly, it can be difficult to get rid of ants swiftly, safely, and permanently.