Ants are found worldwide, and there are millions of them. Despite their prevalence, ants can be quite annoying. There are many species of ants, and while some are harmless, others can be quite harmful. Ants can be harmful because they can:
Ants can contaminate food by transferring pathogenic organisms, such as bacteria and fungi, via physical contact. The transfer of these microorganisms can be highly dependent on the type of food surface and ant species involved.
Ants like the nasty carpenter ant don't eat the wood in your home but carry it away to build their nest. Little by little they'll tear down your home from the inside out and that is why it is important to treat an infestation quickly.
Some species of ants, such as the red fire ant, have a painful sting. Additionally, the venom of the red fire ant is quite potent and can cause serious reactions in some people.
While most ants are harmless, some species of ants can transmit disease. For example, the Pharaoh Ant is known to carry organisms such as Clostridium, which can cause tetanus or botulism. The bacteria have also been linked with necrotizing intestinal tissue causing death in some cases or serious illness.
There's no need to put up with ants any longer. Forterra Pest Control can help you get rid of ants quickly, efficiently, and effectively. We offer a variety of services to meet your needs and budget. We have a wide range of prices for our services, and we will work with you to find the best solution for your ant problem.
Carpenter ants are large, black ants found in trees and wood structures. They build their nests by chewing on the wood, damaging homes and other facilities.
Fire ants are tiny, reddish-brown in color, and are venomous. They can often be found in open areas such as fields and parks.
We have a 5-step process for our general pest package. First, we knock down all the spider webs and wasps nests, then we spray the permiter of your home to create a 6-10-foot barrier, then we dust the cracks and crevices, we apply a granular bait to the yard, and finish our service with an optional interior treatment.
This package will cover a wide range of pests including ants, spiders, earwigs, certain roaches, and hundreds of other common household pests. It’s honestly easier to call out what is not included in the general pest program: mosquitoes, rodents and wildlife, termites and other wood-destroying insects, bed bugs, and german roaches.