Overview
Pavement ants are incredibly small, only ranging from 2.5–4 mm. Varying between black and dark brown colors, these tiny ants can become a big nuisance. They are very common in urban environments. One of the biggest attractants of pavement ants is pet food that has been left out or not properly sealed. When these ants get inside your home, they can be extremely difficult to get rid of.
Pavement Ant Habitat
True to their name, pavement ants are most often found under or near sidewalks, patios, and driveways. Because of their close proximity to homes, these ants often make their way indoors in search of sources of food. They will also nest under large stones or under dead trees. Pavement ants are very common throughout the nation, and their nesting sites are easily recognized. Mounds at the entry point are created as a result of them digging and tunneling for nesting purposes. Colonies of pavement ants can reach up to 10,000 members.
Behaviors of Pavement Ants
Once a colony has grown to a certain size, the colony will begin to branch out to form new ones. Queen pavement ants and male drones both have wings, enabling them to mate and form new colonies elsewhere. This swarming behavior typically occurs in the springtime. When nests aren’t treated in time, pavement ants will continue to spread into new populations.
Pavement ants will feed on anything, including fat and grease, sugar substances, and other foods. They will scavenge for any kind of edible crumb, and will invade buildings to find food resources for their substantial colonies. They are also notorious for interrupting picnics and outdoor spaces.
What You Can Do
Can you get rid of ants yourself? Most do-it-yourself ant control products only kill the ants you see. Also, home remedies don’t account for the fact that different kinds of ant infestations require different treatments. The best you can do is to eliminate any potential food sources by keeping your home or business clean. However, if you’re still having issues, you’ll need to contact a pest control specialist like Ehrlich Pest Control, formerly Connor's to seek out and destroy nests to help prevent these pests from returning.
Ant Control Solutions
When you schedule ant control service with Ehrlich Pest Control, formerly Connor's , your technician will:
- Determine the type of ant
- Conduct a full property inspection that includes your yard, attached & detached structures, driveway and home
- Directly treat all nests and trails on the outside
- Install ant stations to monitor activity
- Discreetly apply ant baits for interior nests
- Seal small common entry points if they are contributing to the infestation
- Create a full report describing the treatment and how you can protect your home from further infestations
Don’t wait until your home is overrun by ants. Contact Ehrlich Pest Control, formerly Connor's today!
