With more than 700 species of ants in the United States, it’s not surprising that ants are a very common home-invader. As many homeowners will attest, ants often move indoors in warmer weather in search of food. Pest Control Company Royal Pest Management warns homeowners to take proactive steps to eliminate ants at first appearance to reduce the likelihood of a major infestation later.
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One of the most destructive species is the carpenter ant, which tunnels through wood to build its nest. The insects, which are found nationwide, enter buildings through small cracks and holes, and tunnel through decaying wood before attacking undamaged wood. As such, a carpenter ant infestation can cause severe property damage.
The most common home invading species include odorous and non-odorous house ants and pavement ants. These ants will eat almost anything, including fruit, meats and cheese and can contaminate food sources that they infest.
“Most people don’t realize that ant infestations can pose serious risks,” says John Moore, M.S. Entomologist on staff at Royal Pest. “From costly property damage to food contamination, ants jeopardize a person’s health and safety. Homeowners must pay close attention to signs of a potential infestation and take action if ants are found.”
Royal recommends that homeowners follow these tips to avoid ant infestations:
Eliminate sources of moisture or standing water near a home
Keep food in sealed containers and dispose of garbage regularly
Keep pet food and water dishes clean and remove any spilled food
Keep tree branches cut back from the house
Seal cracks and holes around a home
Do not store firewood and building materials next to your home
For more information on ants and pest control in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey, call Royal Pest at 1-800-769-2573 or click on the NEED YA' NOW! button below. We are always happy to answer questions or stop by for a home inspection at no charge.
Royal Pest is full-service pest control company serving Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia. Royal uses the most advanced methods and materials in IPM (Integrated Pest Management) to provide customers with pest control that is the safest and most effective in the industry today. Royal’s services are a truly planet friendly way to protect your family, your home and your lifestyle from annoying, destructive and harmful pests. We’re able to solve practically any pest problem from the most common ( ants, termites, spiders, etc.) to those other pest companies shy away from ( bats, snakes, rats, raccoons, etc.). Our Protex system is designed so that our customers can choose the level of protection best for them and pay only for what they need. No other pest control company delivers Royal’s combination of customized service, safety and guaranteed results.