Ants are a nuisance that can be a seasonal or year-round issue. You're most likely to see them build nests and form colonies outside, but ants may sneak into your home as they are looking for a food source. If you're lucky, they will come in, get what they need and then be on their way searching for the next meal. However, if an ant colony finds a good food source, they stick around and use it to provide for their nest. If you see ants wandering around your house, you could have a serious ant problem on your hands.
Considering that colonies can grow as high as 500,000 members, it is important to take care of an ant infestation at the first signs and contact a trusted ant exterminator. If left untreated for an extended period of time, ants can cause more than just a headache. Ant problems can contaminate food and cause significant damage to your house if left untreated.
Preferred Pest's Ant Extermination Services
Preferred Pest Control ant exterminators know exactly how to get rid of ants. They've created an ant control and removal process that safely and effectively gets rid of ants from your home:
Ant Control Inspection
Our ant infestation services include an inspection of the foundation, rooms, trim, windows, vents, lawns and other potential ant problem and entry areas to assess the situation. These are the places that ants typically hide when they make their way into a home or business. If gone undetected, they can grow into a major ant infestation.
Ant Removal
For the best ant control, we apply a low-odor insecticide and/or baiting techniques. These options allow us to safely get rid of any ant problems you're facing without damaging any property. Our trained ant exterminators will switch between these tactics depending on the kind of ant problem or infestation in your home or business.
Complete ant removal typically requires more than one treatment to gain control of an entire ant infestation. Preferred Pest Control's professional and effective ant extermination solutions don't just get rid of the ants you see, we take care of the source and get rid of any nests to prevent the ants from returning and creating another ant problem.
Ant Problems and Species in Iowa
In the Midwest, ants are typically a nuisance in the spring and summer months, but homeowners can really notice an ant problem as the weather gets colder in the fall. As temperatures drop, ants are trying to find their way indoors so they can stay warm throughout the winter. If ants make their way into your home or business, you can quickly develop an ant infestation.
Here's a list of ant species that are common in Iowa:
- Carpenter Ants
- Odorous House Ants
- Pavement Ants
- Larger Yellow Ants
- Thief Ants (Grease Ants)
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants tend to be the most common ant problem found in Iowa and the most hazardous to your home. These pests will forage for food and could potentially contaminate some of your groceries if they get a hold of them. Carpenter ants make their way inside through small cracks in the exterior of the building, broken or loose screens and improperly sealed access points. Ant infestations occur when these unwanted guests make their nests and colonies in damaged or decayed wood or in damp, unused areas of your home. To learn more about other ant species in Iowa, visit our Pest Library.
Best Ant Exterminator in Des Moines
Wondering how to get rid of ants if they come marching into your home? If you suspect signs of an ant infestation, contact our professional ant exterminators. Preferred Pest offers the ant control services and solutions that you need for any ant problem. Call Preferred Pest Control at (515) 415-5550 or schedule an appointment online today.
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