pests

There are many different species in our area. Some are a harmless nuisance while others can do significant damage to your home. An exterminator will tell you that there are two kinds of ants, some that will usually nest in wood and some that will usually nest underground. Any wingless ant you see out of its nest is an adult sterile female worker of that particular species no matter the size or color. Winged ants will be male or female reproductives of that species. Common species in our area include the carpenter, pavement and the odorous house ant.

There are many different treatments available including baiting and residual spraying. Either method has many different possibilities depending upon the situation. The best control usually involves locating the nest and treating it with an appropriately labeled insecticide.