Ants: Resilient and Hard to Eliminate Pests
Ants are among the most common and persistent household pests. While small, ants make up for their size in sheer numbers when an infestation grows. Different species of ants found in Connecticut include carpenter ants, pavement ants, odorous house ants, and more.
While not as dangerous as stinging insects or rodents, ants can be extremely hard to get rid of through do-it-yourself efforts. Their colonies have a complex social structure with different roles for worker ants, soldier ants, and reproductive ants. Killing some ants here and there has no lasting impact on eliminating the entire colony.
Ants also reproduce quickly and can easily establish new satellite colonies. This makes a minor ant problem quickly escalate into a major infestation which can lead to further issues like:
- Food contamination as ants travel through food prep areas
- Damage from carpenter ants burrowing into wood
- Unsightly ant trails as they forage for food
- Health concerns from ants getting into medical facilities or sterile environments
Signs of Ant Activity
Seeing ants in the kitchen, bathroom, or other areas
Noticing tiny piles of sawdust from carpenter ants
Finding ant trails leading to food sources
Discovering shed wings from reproductive ants
Eliminating and Preventing Ant Infestations
To effectively eliminate ants and prevent their return, you need professional pest control from Effective Pest Management. We use an integrated approach including:
Thorough inspection to locate nests, trails, and conducive conditions
Use of professional baits and sprays formulated for different ant species
Caulking and sealing entry points to block ants from getting inside
Recommendations on sanitation and habitat modification
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