Ants are one of the most common pests found in Texas homes and businesses. They can be a nuisance, causing damage to property and food, and can even pose a health risk. In this article, we will provide you with the necessary information and tips to effectively control ant infestations.
The sight of ants in your home is never a pleasant one. Ants are infamous for being the most notorious pests. Ants can get into your house for several reasons, such as shelter, food, moisture, etc. But, once they invade your home, they are hard to get rid of. Few
Baits are often used when attempting to control an ant infestation, and they consist of an insecticide and a morsel of food that is meant to attract ants. But what exactly do ants eat, and what type of food is best used in ant bait? Protein Protein is the main
Like most infestations, fire ant infestations can be prevented if you remove the incentives they have for being in the yard. Let’s take a look at what these incentives are and what you can do about them. What are fire ants? Fire ants are one of the most common ant
The ant species Nylanderia fulva, formerly known as Paratrechina fulva, N. sp. near fulva, Nylanderia pubens, N. sp. near pubens, and others, is a major invasive pest that has established a worldwide distribution. N. fulva has officially been given the common name the Tawny crazy ant, but this species has
Ants have a varied diet, and knowing what they eat can help you set up the right baits if you want to get rid of an infestation. Sugary foods You’ve probably seen ants scurrying around your kitchen and that they eat almost everything that we eat. While it’s true that
What are carpenter ants? Most ant infestations, while annoying, are not that big of a hassle to deal with. They do not cause damage, pose no threats to the inhabitants of the home, and they do not cause a mess. Carpenter ants on the other hand are known for their
Carpenter ants can be one of the most common pests in certain areas of the US, and they are known for the fact that they like to build their colonies inside of wood. This can lead to structural damage, and it’s what makes them so undesirable. Carpenter ants can be
Ants are pesky nuisances that can be difficult to remove once they set up on a property. In most situations, homeowners will choose to go with a repellent or insecticide and they will often see results. However, these options do not completely remove an infestation, they just force ants to
Controlling or preventing ant infestations isn’t one of the simplest things to do. So many species of ants exist, making it hard to determine which method best suits the ants in your house. Moreover, without the appropriate knowledge about ants in general, you will find it daunting to keep these
Ants are one of the most common insect pests that we have to deal with in our homes. Some of the most common ant pests that invade homes are pavement ants, field ants, pharaoh ants, odorous house ants, and cornfield ants. Controlling ant pests inside and around your home can
There are two invasive fire ant species in the US – the black and the red variety. The black imported fire ant was first brought into the US by accident from South America. It landed in Mobile, Alabama, and to this day, the species has only managed to spread through
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