ant control in cameron county

Ants on a counter are workers from a colony. Killing the ones in view does not reach the nest. Treatment depends on the species and where it lives.

Odorous house ants — Small and dark. They smell like rotten coconut when crushed. They nest in wall voids, under floors, and in other hidden, damp areas. They often use more than one nest, which is why a store-bought bait may work for a few days and then fail.
Argentine ants and pavement ants — Long trails along baseboards, sidewalks, and the edge of the slab. They enter through small cracks in concrete and around doors.
Carpenter ants — Large ants, usually black or black and red. They do not eat wood the way termites do. They chew galleries in damp or damaged wood to nest. Look for coarse, sawdust-like debris near windows, decks, or water-damaged framing.
Fire ants — Build mounds in open, sunny lawns. They sting. This is a yard and safety problem as well as a pest problem.
Pharaoh ants — Very small, light-colored ants that nest indoors. Disturbing them the wrong way can split one colony into several.

Frequently Asked Questions ABOUT ANT pest control

Most household ants contaminate food. Fire ants sting. Carpenter ants can damage wood over time and often indicate a moisture problem.
Ants have a narrow waist, bent antennae, and front wings longer than the hind wings. Termite swarmers have a thick waist, straight antennae, and two pairs of wings the same length. Either one found indoors should be inspected.
Many kitchen-ant jobs drop sharply after one correctly targeted service.

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