Ant Control in Tyler, TX

Types of Ants in Texas

While there are many active ant species in Tyler, some are more commonly found in homes than others. It can be difficult for homeowners to determine which ant species they’re dealing with. Additionally, termites can easily be mistaken for ants and vice versa, which is why it’s beneficial to get the help of an expert.

While we offer pest control for every type of ant you may be dealing with, we most commonly treat for the following types of ants:

Crazy Ants

These ants get their name because they don’t move in a straight line, but rather move in a frantic zig-zag pattern. Crazy ants, also known as Rasberry crazy ants or Tawny crazy ants, love sugar. Unfortunately, these pests have become a prevalent pest issue in the Tyler area. You can identify these ants by their hairy bodies and their reddish-brown color.

Fire Ants

Fire ants are also reddish-brown and are known for their painful sting. These pests build unsightly mounds outside that are usually easy to spot. However, it is still common for a child, adult or pet to accidentally stumble upon a fire ant mound, leading to a painful situation. The ant control experts at ABAC typically recommend an application of baits and treatment products applied to each mound to get the best results.

Carpenter Ants

Carpenter ants are typically large and can range in color from black, brown or a combination of black and reddish-orange. These ants are nocturnal and can bite. Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, like termites do. Instead, they chew through wood to create large nests inside of our homes. The signs of a carpenter ant infestation and a termite infestation are similar, so it is best to contact a pest control professional.

What to Expect From ABC Ant Control Service

When you reach out to us, we will either schedule an in-person assessment or we will provide you with a free estimate over the phone. Usually, we prefer to meet you at your home to assess the problem and create the most effective ant control plan. When our experts arrive at your home, you can expect them to:

• Ask you questions about where you’ve been noticing ant activity
• Inspect your home for ant nests and find any entry points these pets may have used to gain access to your home
• Determine which species of ant is on your property, if necessary
• Address any of your questions or concerns regarding our pest control processes

When we finish the inspection, we will provide you with an estimate as well as our recommended nest steps. Once you approve our plan, we will schedule your first pest control appointment.

Prevent Future Ant Infestations

It can be challenging to completely eliminate ants from your environment. However, you can help keep ants out by sealing up entry points and removing available food sources. Your ABC ant control specialist can provide you with customized tips to keep these pests away.

Generally, we suggest homeowners:

• Promptly wipe up any spills
• Keep food in tightly sealed containers
• Clean out indoor and outdoor trash bins
• Empty pet food and water bowls when they aren’t being used
• Regularly check your potted plants for ant activity
• Caulk gaps near doors and windows
• Move any vegetation, mulch or compost piles away from the exterior of your home
• Kill any scouter ants you find, then promptly wipe down their trail

Trying to get rid of ants on your own can feel like a fruitless endeavor. Contact ABC Home & Commercial Services to get a free consultation and to ask about signing up for preventative treatments.

After your ant treatments, we ask that you avoid using strong cleaners near any bait stations. The odor of strong cleaning products can interfere with an ant’s ability to follow pheromone trails. These trails are important because they signal to other ants that there’s food close by. Depending on the severity of the ant problem, we may suggest applying treatments to the nest as well.

You Can Trust ABC

ABC has been treating ants for homeowners across Texas for decades. All ABC specialists go through an in-house training program to ensure that they provide you with effective pest control services. In addition, we have Associate Certified Entomologists (ACE) on staff, which is the gold standard in the pest control industry.

As a family-owned and -operated business, one of our values is that we treat our customers’ homes as if they were our own. We run extensive background checks on all our technicians to ensure that you feel confident about the experts entering your home.