Is an Ant Infestation at Home Bothering You?
With more than 700 species in the U.S., it is not surprising that ants can quickly become a source of disgust, frustration and concern for homeowners. Most people don't realize that this pest can also pose health and property risks from food contamination to costly property damage. We are a local, family-owned business!
Ants are social insects that live in large colonies, so what may seem like a small infestation can quickly become a major pest problem. Don't wait to take action and call Kelley's Termite & Pest Control today for a FREE estimate or request a quote.
Keeping Ants at Bay
Some of the things that you can do to get rid of your ant problem are to keep plants and tree branches properly trimmed and away from the house. These can easily transport ants from the exterior to the interior of your home.
Some species of ants are:
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are a red-black in color and up to 5/8 inch in length and are common throughout the US, but is most common in cool, damp climates found in Northern part of the Country. The worst thing about carpenter ants is their ability to tunnel through wood. This can cause damage throughout a home or other structures.
Crazy Ants
Caribbean crazy ants get their common name from the worker's habit of running in an erratic, jerky manner when searching for food. Crazy ants are dark brown to black with a gray sheen, They range 1/16 to 1/18 inch in length. They are found throughout the U.S. and are adaptable to dry and moist habitats. They tend to enter homes in the autumn after rainfall because both conditions reduce the supply of honeydew.
Odorous Ants
Dark brown to black in color. 1/16 - 1/8 inch in length. Found in all regions of the U.S. They nest in exposed soil, wall voids and under floors in homes. They give off a rotten smell when crushed.
Pavement Ants
Dark brown to black in color. 1/8 inch long. Found in all regions of the U.S. They make their nests in or under cracks in the pavement, they enter structures through holes in the concrete.
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