ANTS ARE COSTING HOME AND COMMERCIAL BUSINESS BUILDING
OWNERS AN ARM AND LEG THANKS TO PEST CONTROL SERVICES
Ants can be a particular
nuisance when getting into homes. Garden or Black House ants aren’t thought to
carry diseases, but the trouble is not knowing where foraging is outside, Them
marching through food cupboards is a health risk. Ants will travel in a wide
range searching for food, following trails establishing and clustering around
the source of food, becoming a nuisance in homes, organizations and businesses.
Ants can enter homes for
any number of reasons, but more than likely, for food. Homes and commercial
business buildings just happens to be close to where a queen decided to set up
a colony. There’s little chance that they’re going to go away on their own.
Either have to learn how to get rid of ants, or let the Pest control for ants
professionals take care of the Problem.
To find
Ant nests, inspect along the carpet edges, doors, windows, and all areas of the
kitchen. The easiest way to find a trail to the nest is to watch where ants go
after reaching the food source. Finding Carpenter Ants through inspections at
night is more effective since the larger Carpenter Ant is nocturnal. Try
spotting Carpenter Ants emerging from damaged wood inside the house, or
foraging outside in woodpiles, rotted or water damaged wood, and tree stumps.
Outside the house, inspect around foundation walls, areas of vegetation, and
mulch. Any vegetation found near patios and walls may hide some Ant nests or
their trails.
Carpenter
ants live in wood and tunnel through it. The best clue to look for is a small
pile of very fine sawdust which are the remains of the wood that have been
chewed through. Carpenter ants nest in moist wood located in foundations,
decks, wood piles near houses, trees, gaps between boards, etc.
To
figure out where ants are entering the house, track the ants back to the nest.
Then exteminate all the ants in sight and watch for new ants to appear. Which
will help to determine the general entry point. This may give clues to holes
that need to be sealed up and possibly a rotting foundation or cracks under
doors that give easy access.
Knowing
the species of ant is important. Knowing the enemy, will help find where the
nest is, what sources of food are attracting them and which control
extermination methods will be the most effective. For example, tiny black ants
generally reside in their colony outdoors. They enter structures in order to
scavenge for food such as sugar, starches and meat. A tiny black ant
infestation is best treated by following the ant’s trail back to the colony and
treating the problem at the source. The next step would be sealing off all
entry points so any remaining or future ants cannot get into the house or
commercial business buildings. On the other hand, carpenter ants require a much
more dedicated approach. Carpenter ants are very hard to control, especially
since they prefer to nest in moist wood. These nests can cause wood damage, and
since moist wood is typically found in previously damaged locations (e.g.,
places with leaks, foundations that were exposed to the elements, etc.), this
can potentially create a bigger nuisance than just having a few ants walking
across the counter. Carpenter ant nests are difficult to find since nesting is
in a variety of locations both inside and outside the Property. A more thorough
investigation will have to be conducted by a ants control professional to
determine the most effective pest control plan for battling carpenter
ants.
Hiring
a pest
control service for ants professional is the best
way to get rid of ants. Ignoring the situation will not make the
problem go away. The cost of calling in a pro to take care of the pestant
problem with no additional services or inspections can cost as little as
$199.00 but it will not get rid of the ants in one treatment. Inspection
and treatment wall voids where indicated: through electrical and plumbing,
plates, and collars in areas of consistent or heavy activity. Inspection and
treatment under and behind, baseboards and cabinetry. In some homes, treatment
of roof beams and tongue and groove ceilings. Where possible, all natural,
fresh water diatomaceous earth in areas where it will not become airborne.
suggestiong of drilling and injecting, or other effective treatment strategies.
The average service inlcudes treatment of the exterior, the attic &
sub-areas, treatment of suspect wall voids, and spot treatment of interior
activity.
Ants
Extermination do it yourself pest control
Do-It-Yourself
pest control methods may kill a few visible ants which may seem that the
infestation has been taken care of. But it does nothing to eliminate the
thousands upon thousands that are not visible. Ants may be in non-visible areas
that can actively be damaging the structure of the home. Home remedies and Over
the counter pesticide sprays may be used and act like repellants but may only
extinguish ants on the surface and not at the unseen sources. Unlike other
types of ants, baits do not work on Carpenter Ants. When given the chance to
access their preferred food sources, aphid secretions and other live insects,
Carpenter Ants may remove baits in their way, but will not consume them.Any
Carpenter Ant Control strategy must eliminate all the ants homes and commercial
business buildings, not just the ones seen, and protect Properties from
future damage and re-infestation.
Ant
control products that can be purchased at local hardware store
comes in many forms. It’s important to remember that these substances may be
harmful if the product label directions are not followed. Unfortunately, in
most cases won’t solve an ant infestation. Sprays are meant to kill the ants
visible and act as a deterrent. Most over-the-counter products have no residual
(or lasting) effect. If the ants are still able to enter the home or commercial
business building, Ants will simply find a way around the spray. Plus, their
colony will still be intact, producing more and more ants, all of which will be
hungry. Some colonies are nearly impossible to reach without special equipment.
If a colony or nest is located within walls, a simple spray that anyone
can buy will not be sufficient to properly treat the colony. Similarly, outdoor
colonies can extend far below the surface, which is where most over-the-counter
treatments stop working.
To prevent further Carpenter Ant infestations:
Trim
all trees and bushes so branches do not touch the house.
Correct
moisture problems such as leaky roofs and plumbing.
Paint
and/or seal exposed wood construction before it becomes wet.
Replace
rotted, water-damaged, and previously Ant-infested wooden parts of the
structure.
Eliminate
wood/soil contacts.
Remove dead
stumps on the property and store firewood off the ground and away from the
structure.
Contact Person: Daniel Hunts
Email: Send Email
Phone: 425 200 8045
Address:8512 122nd Ave NE Unit 80
City: Kirkland
State: Washington
Country: United States
Website: http://ampmexterminators.com/
Most ants only come into your home to look for food. They are attracted to anything that’s sweet and sticky, which is why you find ants in kitchen cupboards or areas where food is kept. With that in mind it’s important to not leave temptation in their path. To get rid of ants you must remember to: Clean up - food and liquid spillages immediately. Sweep up - any food crumbs from under your kitchen appliances and units. Food storage- in airtight containers wherever possible. Pet owners - clear away any food that isn’t eaten right away. Block off - the entry points for ants by sealing all cracks and crevices around doors and window frames. In the garden - keep compost enclosed and make sure all rubbish bins have tightly sealed lids. 98115
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