Learn More About Ant Management
Causes
- Food Sources: Ants are quick to find food sources. Crumbs and spills or improperly stored food are ideal targets for ants.
- Water Sources: Standing water, damp environments, and leaky drains are common water sources for ants.
- Entry Points: Ants can enter a building through tiny cracks in the foundation, poorly sealed doors, and windows. Take care to seal these entry points with physical barriers such as silicone or door/window screens.
- Nesting Sites Near The Home: Ants will nest in soil, walls, and structural voids such as empty spaces under floors. If these nesting sites are near food sources, they are more likely to live there.
Treatment
- Professional Assistance: Professional pest control services conduct thorough inspections to determine the severity of the infestation. Hello Pest Control technicians will propose treatment plans based on factors such as the size of the home, type of ant, and severity of infestation.
- Identification: Proper species identification is essential to successful extermination, and the Hello Pest Control team knows the most effective treatment for each ant species.
- Indoor Treatment: Sprays, baits, and dust are all effective methods of indoor ant control. Baits target the entire colony because ants carry it back to the nest.
- Outdoor Treatment: Hello Pest Control technicians use insecticides to create a barrier around the home, which deter ants from entering and nesting.
Prevention
- Maintain Cleanliness: Regularly cleaning the home and yard will remove attractants, deterring large populations of ants from coming onto your property.
- Seal Entry Points: To stop ants from entering, seal cracks and gaps, and install screens for doors and windows. Reinforce these as needed and continually check for new entry points.
- Eliminate Water Sources: Check the plumbing, faucets, and water hoses to ensure ants don’t have a consistent water source. If a bathroom or basement is very moist, consider purchasing a dehumidifier.
- Proper Food Storage: Don’t leave food out for prolonged periods and store leftovers in airtight containers. Pet food should also be stored in airtight containers and should not be left in bowls overnight.
Causes
- Food Sources: Ants are quick to find food sources. Crumbs and spills or improperly stored food are ideal targets for ants.
- Water Sources: Standing water, damp environments, and leaky drains are common water sources for ants.
- Entry Points: Ants can enter a building through tiny cracks in the foundation, poorly sealed doors, and windows. Take care to seal these entry points with physical barriers such as silicone or door/window screens.
- Nesting Sites Near The Home: Ants will nest in soil, walls, and structural voids such as empty spaces under floors. If these nesting sites are near food sources, they are more likely to live there.
Treatment
- Professional Assistance: Professional pest control services conduct thorough inspections to determine the severity of the infestation. Hello Pest Control technicians will propose treatment plans based on factors such as the size of the home, type of ant, and severity of infestation.
- Identification: Proper species identification is essential to successful extermination, and the Hello Pest Control team knows the most effective treatment for each ant species.
- Indoor Treatment: Sprays, baits, and dust are all effective methods of indoor ant control. Baits target the entire colony because ants carry it back to the nest.
- Outdoor Treatment: Hello Pest Control technicians use insecticides to create a barrier around the home, which deter ants from entering and nesting.
Prevention
- Maintain Cleanliness: Regularly cleaning the home and yard will remove attractants, deterring large populations of ants from coming onto your property.
- Seal Entry Points: To stop ants from entering, seal cracks and gaps, and install screens for doors and windows. Reinforce these as needed and continually check for new entry points.
- Eliminate Water Sources: Check the plumbing, faucets, and water hoses to ensure ants don’t have a consistent water source. If a bathroom or basement is very moist, consider purchasing a dehumidifier.
- Proper Food Storage: Don’t leave food out for prolonged periods and store leftovers in airtight containers. Pet food should also be stored in airtight containers and should not be left in bowls overnight.
