Summer is here! The days ahead are soon to be filled with outdoor picnics, pool days, barbecues and unfortunately…. ants. Ant infestations in and out of the home are very common, yet can be a tricky to problem to solve. There is a way to enjoy the summer months ahead without fear of these pesky insects with help from Russell Pest Solutions. With more than 10 different species of ants living in Florida, it is imperative that the correct techniques are used for each one. Our professionals provide a variety of extensive and unique treatments based on the type of infestation present.
Yard-infesting Ants
Ant infestations in your yard can be a nuisance during your summer gatherings, wreak havoc on your plants and leave scattered unpleasant mounds. Certain species, like fire ants, even have a venomous and dangerous bite. Fire ants are usually small and easy identifiable by their red color. Action should be taken quickly to remove fire ants from your yard. If you notice ants or mounds around your lawn, call our extensively trained agents at Russell Pest Solutions to remedy the problem before the infestation worsens.
House-infesting Ants
While most ants live outside, it’s common for them to enter your home searching for food. You may notice tiny black ants outside and inside your home over the summer months as they enter any openings in the structures to scavenge. These types of indoor infestations are best treated by following the ant’s trail back to its the colony and then administering treatment at the problem’s source. Once the source of the infestation has been found and treated, any of the ants’ previous entry points should be sealed off to prevent any remaining or future ants from entering your home.
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are one of the most common, dangerous and difficult insect pests to treat. Carpenter ants eat wood and tend to move into wood that is already damaged, usually from termites or moisture issues and live there, causing serious damage over time to your home or structure. If you think carpenter ants have established a colony inside your walls or anywhere in your home, the best course of action is to call the professionals to locate the source and apply direct treatment to the nesting site.
The best way to prevent any ant infestation from occurring is through regular professional treatment. No matter what type of ant infestation you’re dealing with, our expert field agents at Russell Pest Solutions will accurately identify them and use the most effective method to treat the problem. If you’re interested in learning more or have any questions, call us at 904-868-7378 and speak with one of our trained field specialists.
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