Ants

Ants

Ants are one of the most commonly occurring bugs in the world, in Florida alone we have 14 species of ants that be found statewide. In our area the major nuisance ants are ghost ants, caribbean and tawny crazy ants, white footed ants, big headed ants, fire ants, and carpenter ants.  Each one of these ants come with their own challenges when treating them, some of these ants primarily feed on proteins and grease while other may prefer sweets or a mix of the group. In addition, treatments may not be as effective during certain times of the year depending on the ant species. A regular pest and lawn treatment service of your property can help locate and eliminate these ant colonies, so they do not infringe on your home. Reach out to us today to discuss treatment options.

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Did you know that about only 10% of an ant colony are out foraging at a given time?

This means that to gain proper long-term control of the colony it must be achieved through different means than just spraying and hoping they go away. Reach out today and ask about our ant baiting program which can get deep into the ground and fully eliminate ant colonies.

Do carpenter ants eat wood?

The good news is that carpenter ants do not eat wood. The bad news is that they do nest in water damaged wood so in most instances these ants are an indicator of a possible water leak somewhere in the home. These ants can be very difficult to treat due to their resistance to most baits, a thorough inspection is the best tool in gaining control of these ants.

Are Ants Dangerous?

Most ants in our area are not dangerous, but some ant species are. The fire ant, which is frequently found outdoors and occasionally invades inside, has been known to cause anaphylactic shock from its sting. The elderly, young children, and those with underlying health conditions are the most at risk to these types of ants.

Depending on the type of ant there can be different reasons why there may be an ant problem at your property. Ants typically enter a home either looking for food, shelter, or water. Reach out to one of our representatives to schedule an inspection so we can help treat your ant problem.

Hiring a pest control company should be the first step in eliminating an ant problem for most homeowners. Due to the different types of ants in Florida, many different techniques are needed to treat each one. Some ants prefer sweet foods while others may prefer proteins or oily foods. Some ants prefer living underground while some live high up in the trees. Talk to one of our representatives today and we can help you get rid of your ant problem.

A regular occurring pest control service is the best step a homeowner can take to prevent an ant problem. Some extra steps that can be taken by a homeowner is eliminating food sources that may be drawing the ants to your property, installing weather stripping around exterior doors including garage doors, and caulking any windows and doors that are showing signs of wear.

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