Ants
What are ants?
There are many ant species in Texas, but the most common include carpenter, fire, house, sugar, crazy, and pavement ants. While these ants differ in size, coloring, and behavior, they share the common trait of being social insects. Social insects live and work together, with each individual fulfilling a specific role to benefit the colony.
Are ants dangerous?
Most ant species are only nuisance pests because they don’t spread diseases or pose other health concerns to people. However, some ant species like fire ants are dangerous because they are invasive, meaning they put a strain on the ecosystem. They are also aggressive and will attack if threatened. When fire ants attack, they will deliver multiple venomous stings.
Why do I have an ant problem?
Ants can be a problem for several reasons, but food availability is most common. Ants forage for food, looking for entry points such as cracks in the foundation to get inside to continue their search. Garbage, crumbs, and left-out produce are all things that will attract pests like ants.
Ants also live and work in large colonies, relying on worker ants to find food. When they come across a reliable resource, they release pheromones to attract other workers. Ant infestations usually consist of hundreds or thousands of individuals.
Where will I find ants?
Ants can be found in many different places on a residential property, including throughout the home’s structure, as they will travel underneath flooring and inside wall voids. The most common places you can find ants on your property are:
Bathroom and kitchens
In shaded areas of the yard or open, sunny areas if they are fire ants
Basements, crawl spaces, and attics
Between cracks in the sidewalk, driveway, and pavers
Finding out where ants are nests is necessary to get rid of them entirely, and the best way to do this is with expert help.
How do I get rid of ants?
When it comes to ants, the best thing to do is contact experts for help. Store-bought ant control products are ineffective and even dangerous if used incorrectly. Plus, DIY methods often don’t get to the root of the problem, leaving ants to continue infesting.
At Texas Termite Terminators, we offer residential pest control services in Houston to assist with ant infestations. Starting with a detailed inspection of your property, we will identify what type of ants you are dealing with, which is essential to remove them effectively.
You can learn more about our pest control services for Houston residents by calling Texas Termite Terminators.
How can I prevent ants in the future?
Aside from home and commercial ant control for your Houston property, keep pesky ants out by using the following expert-recommended tips:
Remove food sources: Keep your kitchens and eating areas clear of food debris, store open food properly, use garbage cans with tight-fitting lids, pick up fallen fruit in your yard, and secure compost piles.
Eliminate moisture: Keep gutters from getting clogged, remove organic debris from your yard, cut foliage and grass, repair any leaking pipes, and ensure proper ventilation.
Seal entry points: Inspect the exterior of your home for cracks and weaknesses in the structure, including damaged screens, uncovered vents, and gaps around utility lines.
Call our team at Texas Termite Terminators for assistance with keeping all of these ants away from your home.
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