Many pests want to invade your home; none are as common as ants. These impressive insects work great together and usually have a good reason to invade properties. Sometimes it can feel like there is no answer for these pests. We are here today to say that there is.
In today’s blog, we’ll discuss things you should know about the ants in Tulsa and what methods work best to prevent and control these annoying and sometimes problematic pests.
Contact our team at Montgomery Exterminating today for direct information about our ant control services. We’d be happy to show you what pest control in Tulsa looks like and offer some solutions to get and keep these pests off your property.
One Ant Usually Means More
If there is anything that remains constant with ants, it’s that these pests are never alone. Where there is one of these insects, there are more, and for a good reason.
Ants are social creatures. They live inside large nests and work together in everything they do. If you see one of these pests crawling around inside your house, it’s likely a scout. A scout’s job is to find food and transmit the message back to their colony.
Once a scout ant finds food and notifies the colony, you will soon find trails of these pests skittering through your living areas. We are here today to help you avoid this.
The Health Risks Of An Ant Infestation
There is an upside to ants. These pests are not traditionally dangerous. That’s to say that most types of ants that live here in Tulsa do not possess the ability to cause you or your loved ones harm.
However, having said this, there are a couple of local ant species that can be a threat to your health. We are talking about pharaoh ants and red imported fire ants.
Pharaoh ants have a bad habit of climbing into trash cans and then crawling over countertops, leftover food, and tables. This activity can lead to the spread of some fairly problematic bacteria and other sickness-causing organisms.
Fire ants cause trouble differently. These insects bite and sting. Thankfully, they are mostly outdoor pests that rarely invade homes.
To ensure you don’t have to deal with any ant species inside or around your home, here is what you should know about ant pest control.
The Best Way To Get Rid Of An Ant Infestation
Dealing with an ant infestation inside your Tulsa home can be a big stressor. We want to offer you some effective ant control options to make your life easier.
Our team at Montgomery Exterminating can effectively handle all sorts of common pest invaders. We’d be happy to help you identify the types of ants on your property and find quick solutions to give them the boot.
When you call our team about your ant control options, ask about our other general pest control offerings. There is no greater feeling than living in a pest-free home.
Tips To Prevent Ants From Returning
Do you have some time on your hands? Implementing some effective DIY ant prevention tips to keep these pests out of your home might be a good idea. Here are three basic methods to try today:
- Make sure to seal your home’s exterior by addressing gaps, repairing damaged windows and doors, and replacing torn screens.
- Keep your home clean and do your best to keep up with general house chores like dishes.
- Address moisture issues by fixing leaky pipes, installing a dehumidifier indoors, and wiping up moisture spills when they occur.
Call Montgomery Exterminating today to learn about our ant control and prevention options and make an appointment for your Tulsa home.
