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Ant Control Services: Houston Exterminator
While ants are beneficial in their natural habitat, they become a serious nuisance when they invade Houston homes. With nearly 300 ant species in Texas — including fire ants, crazy ants, and carpenter ants — effective control requires identifying the species and eliminating the colony at its source. ABC's ant exterminators have the local knowledge and tools to get the job done right. For ant problems, ABC offers same-day service Monday through Friday when you book online before 1pm.
Ant Extermination: Dealing With Different Types of Ants in Texas
Here in Houston, we have many species of ants, including rover ants, acrobat ants, pharaoh ants, and leaf-cutting ants. In some cases, termites are mistaken for ants, and vice versa, making getting an ant exterminator expert’s help even more important.
While we can help you with any ant or pest control you may need, we most commonly get calls regarding the following types of ants:
Crazy Ants
Crazy ants (also known as Raspberry crazy ants or Tawny crazy ants) love sugar and have become a more prevalent pest issue in Houston. You can identify these ants by their hairy bodies and reddish-brown color. As their name implies, these insects don’t move in a straight line—but more of a frantic zig-zag pattern. Because crazy ants prefer warm environments, we find them in switch boxes and near sources of electricity, which can cause short circuits and other electrical problems. Unfortunately, there aren’t any products available to the general public that can effectively exterminate crazy ant infestation, so your best bet is to contact an ant pest control professional to handle the problem.
Fire Ants
These ants are reddish-brown and are known for their painful sting. Fire ants build large mounds outdoors that are usually fairly obvious. However, it is still widespread for a child, adult, or pet to unknowingly disturb an ant mound, leading to a harrowing situation. ABC ant removal technicians recommend applying baits and treatment products to individual ant piles to get the best results. Professional fire ant control is often the desired option for homeowners who do not want to risk getting stung by these creatures.
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are generally giant and can be solid black, brown, or a combination of black and red-orange. These insects are nocturnal and can bite. Carpenter ants don’t consume wood, as termites do. Instead, these destructive pests chew through wood to create large nests inside our homes. Since the signs of a carpenter’s ant infestation and a termite infestation are very similar, it is best to contact an ant control professional.
Odorous House Ants
Odorous house ants are smooth-bodied with relatively few hairs. These insects get their name because they produce a distinctive, licorice-like smell when you squish them. Odorous house ants prefer sweet foods and most commonly nest outdoors. However, these common ants will also nest in wall voids and other interior locations. Due to their tiny size, stopping these ants from getting into your food can be difficult, making exterminating an infestation tough. Successfully resolving an odorous house ant problem can take a few weeks. Typically, our ant removal experts will use specialized baits to get these populations under control.
Prevent Future Ant Infestations
While it can be a challenge to eliminate ants from your environment, the best strategy is to seal up entry points and remove available food sources. In addition, your ABC pest control professional can provide you with customized tips to keep ants away.
In general, we recommend that homeowners:
- Promptly clean up any spills
- Store food in tightly sealed containers
- Clean out trash bins both indoors and outdoors
- Empty pet food and water bowls when not in use
- Regularly inspect potted plants for ant activity
- Caulk any gaps near windows and doors
- Move vegetation, such as mulch and compost piles, away from the exterior of your home
- Fix leaky pipes and make sure water is draining away from your home
- Keep shrubs and trees trimmed, so they are not touching the exterior of your home
- Kill any scouter ants you find, then wipe down the area where they were traveling
Trying to get rid of an ant infestation on your own can be frustrating. Contact ABC Home & Commercial to get started with a free consultation and ask about getting on a regular treatment plan.
The ABC Process
Step 1: Contact ABC
When you contact us, we will schedule an inspection to get an understanding of the problem. In some cases, we can give you a quote over the phone.
Step 2: Get An Estimate
If you have an inspection, we will send you a custom treatment plan and estimate afterward. Once we get your approval, we will schedule your treatment.
Step 3: Treatment
We will come to your property and treat for pests in common hiding and nesting areas. Over time, you will start seeing less and less pest activity.
Step 4: Prevention
Customers with our ongoing pest management services will receive periodic retreatments to prevent the return of the most common pests in our area.
We ask that our ant control customers avoid using reliable cleaners near any bait stations, as these odors can interfere with an ant’s ability to follow pheromone trails. Why is this important? Because these pathways signal to the rest of the colony that there’s a food source nearby. Depending on the extent of your infestation, we may also recommend applying a different treatment product to the nest.
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ABC has been providing reliable ant control service across Texas and Florida for generations. Before performing service calls, all ABC ant treatment specialists undergo an in-house training program to provide you with effective and knowledgeable ant control services. Lastly, as a family-run business, one of our values is always to treat your home as if it were our own. That means our technicians undergo an extensive background check to ensure we have the most trusted technicians entering your home during our service calls.
Frequently Asked Questions
ABC offers same-day ant control service Monday through Friday when you book online before 1pm. Visit our estimate page to book instantly, or call us at (281) 730-9500. For next-day appointments, we can typically get someone out within 1-2 business days.
When you reach out to ABC, we will either schedule an inspection or provide you with a free estimate over the phone. Normally, we prefer to meet you on your property to assess the problem and create the most effective treatment plan. When our pest control specialists arrive for your appointment, you can expect them to:
- Ask you questions about where you’ve been seeing ant activity
- Examine your home for ant nests as well as locate any entry points these pests may have used to gain access to your property
- If necessary, identify which species of ant is on your property
- Address any of your questions regarding our pest control protocols
As we finish up the inspection, you will receive an estimate along with our recommended next steps. Upon your approval, we will schedule your first treatment call.
While there are sprays and other products available to control ant populations, these treatment products often just kill the ants that you see. To effectively manage ant populations, you need to target the nests, which are most commonly built outdoors with extensive underground tunnels.
Controlling ant populations can be extremely difficult, as some ant queens lay hundreds or even thousands of eggs in a single day. Also, many of the baited products you can buy at home improvement stores are only effective with ants that like sugar. Since many species of ants prefer protein or salty foods, these products often do not work effectively to treat them.
ABC is a family-owned business, and our top priority is our customers and their families (including your pets). When we research which products to use, we take great care to only select solutions we would use on our own property. In addition, we only use products that are specially formulated for residential use. Your ABC pest control professional will take great care to use the lowest concentration of chemicals while still maintaining an effective treatment for your ant problem.
Yes — fire ants are one of the most aggressive ant species in Houston and are a genuine health risk, especially for children and pets. Their sting causes a burning sensation and can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Houston’s warm climate allows fire ant colonies to thrive year-round, making professional treatment the most reliable solution for keeping mounds off your property.
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Termite Control
Termites can cause extensive damage to your biggest investment. We use scientifically proven termite control to eliminate the entire colony.
Mosquito Control
Mosquitoes can make spending time in your home and yard miserable. With our approach to mosquito control, you can feel comfortable again.
Rodent & Wildlife Control
Don't let rodents or wildlife disrupt your life. We can create a comprehensive treatment plan to trap and remove all unwanted critters.
Bed Bug Exterminator
Bed bug problems can cause a huge emotional toll. We will create a custom treatment plan to resolve your infestation so you can rest easy again.
Spider Control
Seeing a spider is enough to send a shiver down your spine. We can create a custom treatment plan to reduce your likelihood of future run-ins.
Cockroach Exterminator
Dealing with roaches can feel like a never-ending battle. We can create a custom cockroach control treatment plan that targets these pests so that you can have peace of mind.
Tick & Flea Control
Fleas can make you and your family members uncomfortably itchy and ticks can transmit disease. We can treat these parasitic pests.
Wasp & Bee Removal
Stinging insects on your property can lead to painful bites or stings. We can remove, relocate or treat the hive based on your preferences.
Pre-Construction Termite Control
We can protect new homes with Termimesh termite control. This product guarantees that homeowners will never have to worry about a termite problem.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Eboni Joseph
6/7/2026
“Kevin Esquivel with ABC Pest Control came out for my initial service visit, and I couldn't be more impressed. I've had pest control treatments for years, but the level of attention to detail Kevin provided was truly unmatched. He thoroughly treated my attic, exterior windows, and around the home. He even removed an old bird's nest and a wasp nest that I didn't know were there. Kevin took the time to inspect everything carefully and made excellent recommendations for maintaining a pest-free home moving forward. What stood out most was how passionate he is about his work. It's clear that he takes his job seriously and genuinely cares about providing exceptional service. His professionalism, knowledge, and thoroughness exceeded my expectations. Thank you, Kevin, for going above and beyond. ABC Pest Control is lucky to have you on their team!”
Matt
6/12/2026
“Scott was very knowledgeable and he took his time being very thorough. And when he finished treating my place, he took the time to explain how all the treatment works. I appreciate ABC, and I will recommend your services to my friends and family.”
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