Ants

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Pest Control Ants

Some ants are just a nuisance more than anything. But here in North Carolina we do have ants that are wood destroying ants like the Carpenter Ants. They do not eat the wood but do build tunnels in the wood to create nesting areas. It is imperative ton get rid of these ants to avoid structural damage and/or make the wood weak. Ants can also cause serious health risks. The big headed ants are a host for tapeworm. Pharaoh ants carry salmonella. Fire Ants can be dangerous for all loved ones, family, and pets.

Types of Ants here in North Carolina

Carpenter Ants
  • Large ants may appear black, red, yellowish
  • Destructive to wood
  • Create and live in your home walls or furniture
Big Headed Ants
  • They range in color from yellow to dark brown
  • The worker ants are larger in size
  • They grow to be 4mm
  • Can carry and transmit harmful diesases
Fire Ants
  • Dark reddish brown
  • Create large nest in mounds commonly noticed in your yard
  • They are very aggressive and will defend their colony
  • Swarm to attack
Odourus house Ants
  • Dark brown in color
  • Small species
  • Do not bite
  • They produce a rotten foul smell
  • Enter home looking for food or to get away from heavy rain storms
Pavement Ants
  • Dark brown to black color
  • Uusally found outside in the cracks of pavement
  • Enter home through cracks in foundation
  • Can be a big problem for homes with dirt basement

What can we do to help get rid of ants?
These little guys are a number one pest problem for home owners in the US. Contact Martin Pest to schedule an appointment. We offer highly effective ant control services. Also we are very knowledgeable about the problem and appropriate solutions.

Prevention Tips
  • Fix all cracks or broken pipes
  • Removed damaged wood and normal yard debris
  • Keep bushes trimmed
  • Make sure all screens to the house are intact
  • Keep food in sealed containers
  • Quarterly professional pest service