Ants

Ants are social insects that invade homes and are the number one pest problem in the country. They can cause structural damage and create problems in your home.

 

Entry:

Ants enter through cracks in the foundation, rooflines, and telephone wires. They will seek food and water from kitchens, bathrooms, dishwashers and garden hoses.

Scent trails:

Ants have social behavior and leave pheromones trails for other ants to follow for food or nesting.

Nest locations:

They can be found anywhere in and around your home; rooflines, wall voids, sill plates, garages, under foundations etc.

Colony size:

Can range in number from a few dozen to larger colonies of up to a few hundred thousand.

 

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