You might not think of ants as being serious pests, but what they lack in size, they make up for with numbers. You may be fine squashing an ant here or there, but when dealing with an infestation of thousands, you need professional residential ant control to get the job done effectively. So, when ants set their sights on your Omaha property, do you know who to call?
Quality Pest Control has been serving the metro Omaha region since 1996, and since then, we've become the leading ant control specialists in the area. We made this guide to help homeowners understand what ant infestations are like and why they're so dangerous. So continue reading to learn more, and remember to call on Quality Pest Control for the best pest control in Omaha.
Signs Of An Ant Infestation
Ant infestations leave tell-tale signs, but some are less obvious than others. To detect an infestation, you must pay close attention to what's happening in your home. Call ant pest control professionals if you see any of these signs:
- A few ants are traveling along seemingly defined paths. Ants leave pheromones to help guide colony members to food and water sources. If you see even a few ants marching along the same route, the odds are good that they are part of a greater colony nearby.
- You spot piles of dirt on your lawn. These piles have a hole in the center leading to an underground network of tunnels. Ants create these mounds to protect the entrance of their homes.
- You find piles of discarded wings. This is because reproductive ants shed their wings during mating. As a result, they tend to form new colonies near the mating location.
Only professional home pest control solutions can thoroughly eliminate an infestation. At Quality Pest Control, our service specialists receive training in the latest tools and techniques to combat ant infestations. In addition, we built all of our services around long-term maintenance.
The Many Problems An Ant Infestation Can Create In Your Home
The problems an infestation can cause mostly depend on the type of ants in your home. For example, all ants can contaminate the surfaces they touch, potentially spreading dangerous bacteria. However, most ants (outside the carpenter variety) won't damage the wood in your home.
Deploying the best pest control and treatment for your situation requires proper identification, but don't worry: Quality Pest Control has your back. First, we'll positively identify ants infesting your home during your inspection. From there, we can devise the best way to target them and the appropriate products to use.
The Many Things That Can Attract Ants To Your Home
Ants, like other pests, choose to infest a location based on the resources they provide. They need food, water, and shelter. Between your lawn and your home, they have plenty of options.
Some ants, like carpenter ants, will damage your home, taking advantage of moisture-damaged wood and carving out their galleries where they raise their broods. Others will happily devour your food; even if they can't physically eat it all, they can certainly contaminate it. Water sources can range from a leaky pipe to an overly damp lawn, the latter of which makes building shelters easier. Of course, colonies are just as comfortable living inside walls if they can find an entry point.
Let the Quality Pest Control service specialists help you identify what about your property attracts ants. We'll also share simple ant prevention tips to protect you in the future. We're dedicated to keeping all of our clients safe from infestations!
Contact Us To Completely Eliminate An Ant Infestation
Quality Pest Control is the name you need to know when it comes to ant control in Omaha. We treat every client with the utmost respect and work closely with each client to meet their needs and concerns. Call us today to schedule a consultation now. Learn more and discover the difference Quality Pest Control can make for you!
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