Watch This: 7 Ways to Banish Ants From Your Home

Spring is getting closer, and that means ants will soon visit your home. Here's how to get rid of these pesky insects and keep them at bay.

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Spring will be here soon, and that will mean sunshine, warm breezes — and ants.

If you are tired of these pesky houseguests, we have some tips to send them packing.

Watch this video from HouseholdHacker to learn some new strategies for getting rid of ants. They include everything from placing pie tins in the right location to boiling water mixed with cayenne pepper.

For more ways to fight insects, check out “10 Cheap, Effective Ways to Pest-Proof Your Home.”

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Cole Haan takes up to 70% off select men's and women's sale shoes during its End of Season Sale. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, all orders get free shipping.

Cole Haan End of Season Sale: Up to 70% off + free shipping

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Columbia takes up to 70% off a selection of its men's, women's, and kids' apparel and shoes via coupon code "COLMARCH19" as part of its Web Specials. (The discount is taken from the item's original price; it doesn't stack with the sale price.) Plus, Greater Rewards members receive free shipping. (Membership is free.) That's the best extra discount we've seen on these items in well over a year.

Columbia Web Specials: Up to 70% off + free shipping

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Men's Dress Shirts at Macy's for $10 + pickup at Macy's

Macy's discounts a selection of men's dress shirts to $9.96. Opt for in-store pickup to avoid the $9.95 shipping fee. That's up to $55 off list price and a very low price point for men's dress shirts in general. Styles and sizes may be limited. A couple of best bets: Alfani Men's AlfaTech Athletic Fit Performance Stretch Step Twill Textured Dress Shirt for $9.96 ($50 off) Club Room Men's Classic/Regular Fit Button Down Collar Dress Shirt for $9.96 ($45 off)

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Updated: 21 hr 37 min ago

Walmart discounts a selection of clearance HDTVs. Plus, most of these items qualify for free shipping. A couple of best bets: Philips 43" Chromecast 4K HDR Flat UHD Smart TV for $229.99 (pictured, $100 off) Vizio SmartCast M-Series 54.6" 4K HDR Flat LED Ultra HD Smart Display for $428 ($120 off)

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Updated: 1 day 1 hr ago

Lids takes up to 85% off clearance items, with prices starting at $1. (The largest discounts can be found in the "Under $5" section.) Shipping adds $4.99, although orders over $50 bag free shipping. (In-store pickup is also available.)

Lids Clearance Sale: Up to 85% off

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Updated: 1 day 5 min ago

Walmart discounts a selection of electronics, automotive items, home goods, and more in its Savings Center. Choose in-store pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping fee, or get free shipping with orders of $35 or more. (Large items may have additional fees.)

Walmart Savings Center

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Updated: 4 days 15 hr ago

Patagonia at Backcountry: Up to 60% off + free shipping w/ $50

Backcountry takes up to 60% off a selection of Patagonia gear. Shipping starts at $5.95, but orders of $50 or more qualify for free 2-day shipping.

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Updated: 4 days 2 hr ago

Columbia Men's Powder Lite Jacket for $50 + free shipping

Columbia offers its Columbia Men's Powder Lite Jacket in Red Element or Black for $49.98. Plus, Greater Rewards members bag free shipping. (Not a member? It's free to sign up.) That's $50 off list price and the best we could find. It's available in sizes S to XXL, although the Black option has limited availability.

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USPS Classics Forever Souvenir 6-Stamp Sheet for 30 cents + $1 s&h

USPS via eBay offers the USPS Classics Forever Souvenir 6-Stamp Sheet for $3.30. Coupon code "PERFECT3" cuts the price to 30 cents. With $1.30 for shipping, that's $3 off list and is the lowest price we could find. These stamps are new versions of six stamps first issued in the mid-19th century, and are printed using the intaglio printing method, as were the originals. Note: This coupon is intended for customers' first purchase on eBay. It can only be used once per account.

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Updated: 5 hr 51 min ago

Lauren Men's Ultraflex Classic Dress Pants for $20 + pickup at Macy's

Macy's offers the Lauren Ralph Lauren Men's Ultraflex Classic/Regular Fit Plaid Dress Pants in several colors (Mid Blue pictured) for $19.99. Opt for in-store pickup to avoid the $9.95 shipping charge. That's $75 off list and the lowest price we could find. They're available in select waist sizes from 30 34 to 42 in length 32 only from 29 to 34.

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Neiman Marcus Sale & Clearance: Up to 75% off + 20% off + free shipping

Neiman Marcus cuts an extra 20% off a selection of sale and clearance styles, already marked up to 75% off. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, these orders receive free shipping.

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Refurb Dell Latitude E7450 Laptops: 50% off + free shipping

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Reebok Sale: Extra 50% off + free shipping

Reebok takes an extra 50% off sales styles via coupon code "EXTRA50". Plus, rewards members receive free shipping. (Not a member? It's free to sign up.) A couple of best bets, with prices after coupon: Reebok Women's Ever Road DMX Walking Shoes for $24.98 (low by $3) Reebok Men's All Terrain Craze Running Shoes for $34.99 (pictured, low by $25)

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Updated: 3 days 15 hr ago

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eBay cuts an extra $3 off orders of $3.01 or more via coupon code "PERFECT3". Some exclusions apply. Note: This coupon is intended for customers' first purchase on eBay. It can only be used once per account.

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Big Lots discounts a selection of furniture, bedding, home items, and more as part of its Bigger Than Big Patio Sale. Shipping starts at $4.95, but orders of $99 or more bag free shipping.

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Backcountry takes up to 65% off a selection of The North Face apparel, shoes, accessories, and gear. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping starts at $5.95, but orders of $50 or more qualify for free shipping. Some exclusions may apply.

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Updated: 4 days 23 hr ago

Tommy Hilfiger Men's TH Flex Suit Jacket for $80 + free shipping

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Closetmaid 24" Vertical Closet Organizer for $50 + free shipping

Walmart continues to offer the Closetmaid 24" Vertical Closet Organizer in White for $49.87 with free shipping. That's tied with last week's mention and the lowest price we could find by $16. It fits in closets up to 10 feet wide, and features five shelves and three expandable hang rods.

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