Ant Control
Let Bugs A to Z Stop The Ants & Keep Them From Invading Your Home Again.
How We Treat Ants
When it comes to controlling ants, the sooner you can get in front of the problem the better. In fact, the ideal scenario is that you have ongoing year-round pest management to prevent the ants from ever making their way into your home in the first place. While one ant might not seem like a big deal, it’s important to know that it’s just the beginning. If that ant discovers a food source, it’s going to leave a trail of pheromones signaling other ants to come on in. Once that happens, it won’t be long until you’re pantries are completely invaded with ants.
What’s unique about ants is that they are willing to travel very long distances to find food and because of their size, they can enter your home through almost any crack or crevice. This makes them hard to keep out without a professional pest management plan.
Thankfully, the team at Bugs A to Z knows exactly how to get rid of ants and prevent them from invading your cabinets again. Whether you’re dealing with ants at your home or place of business, our expert technicians are trained in handling all types of pests and ants are no match for us. When our pest control technicians come to treat the ant problem, we perform a detailed inspection to figure out exactly where the ants are coming from. From there we create a targeted plan using strategically placed bait to draw ants in and destroy the colony. Each of our technicians comes to your home or business with the tools needed to safely and effectively begin eliminating your ant problem on the first visit. They are also very knowledgeable in prevention to make sure the ant problem doesn’t come back again. When you need ant control in Southern California, you want the team you can depend on at Bugs A to Z.
Types of Ants
There are hundreds of ant species in Southern California, but we deal with a few especially prevalent varieties that can cause problems for you. When ants work their way into your home or business, it can be frustrating and hard to find out where they’re coming from. And even if you see just one ant, keep an eye out because there is always more to follow. Below are a few of the especially common and problematic varieties of ants that we see:
- House Ants: These are the ants that you find on that jar of honey in your cabinet and can’t figure out where they’re coming from. The most common varieties we see are the little black ant and odorous house ants.
- Fire Ants: These guys form piles in your backyard and large networks of tunnels leading from one ant mound to another. They’re especially problematic because their mounds are often stepped on by children and elderly individuals. Their bites are painful and once they’re on you, they’re hard to get off.
- Carpenter Ants: Carpenter ants can sometimes be mistaken for termites because they like to live in fallen trees, stumps, and woodpiles near homes. They also like to make their way into your home and chew through wood similar to termites. When you have carpenter ants, it’s a problem that can’t be ignored. Their colonies can become large in number and they can cause serious structural damage to your home.
- Acrobat Ants: Acrobat ants are given their name because of their ability to lift their abdomen up in the air which resembles acrobatics. These ants range in color from light brown to black and have a heart-shaped abdomen which is very notable when compared to other species of ants.
- Pharaoh Ants: Pharaoh ants are light brown to tan in color in common in commercial establishments. Their colonies can be in the many thousands and they can be a big problem for business owners since they have a habit of contaminating surfaces.
- Odorous House Ants: These ants like to live in moist areas and termite damaged woods. They are given their name because when smashed they release a foul odor. These are not ants that will bite you but they can be a problem for homeowners for many reasons including the fact that they contaminate food.
Ants are a problem that requires professional intervention to effectively handle the issue. They’re hard to treat on your own because they work in large numbers, communicate through pheromones, and like to stay out of sight as much as possible. Combine that with the fact that they’re willing to travel long distances in search of food and it can become very difficult to find their underground nests. Professional ant control is the best solution if you’re experiencing problems with ants at any time of year.
Stop the Invasion. Call Bugs A to Z!
The team at Bugs A to Z is highly experienced in all aspects of pest control, including ant control. Our expert technicians are trained, licensed, and insured so you can always trust that you’re getting the best service for your home or business. Additionally, our team goes the extra mile with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you see ants in between scheduled visits or if they return during the coverage window after a one-time service, we’ll come back and take care of the problem at no additional cost to you. For pest control that’s affordable and dependable, reach out to Bugs A to Z.
What Attracts Ants to Woodland Hills Homes & What You Can Do About It
There are many species of ants in Woodland Hills California that can make their way into your home. But there are usually only a few varieties that cause problems for local homeowners. These include black ants that enter your kitchen and fire ants that can form mounds in your backyard and be a problem for children and the elderly.
Seeing a few ants in your home may be an early indicator that there is an infestation on the way. If you see any ants in your home, don’t hesitate to contact the experts at Bugs A to Z. Our team can perform a thorough inspection to identify any entry points and treat your home both inside and outside to ensure you are fully protected from ants of all varieties. Additionally, we can treat the ants in your backyard if you have fire ants.
If you’re wondering what attracts ants to your home and you’d like to learn more, keep reading…
All pests are in search of food, water, and shelter. If they can find one or more of these ingredients around your property, they will settle down and form a colony.
Water
If your house has any available water sources for ants, this is something you should have repaired right away. Things like leaky pipes will not only attract ants to your Woodland Hills property, they will also attract other pests such as cockroaches and rodents to name a few. If you have any leaky pipes or standing water around your home, make sure to get it taken care of right away.
Food
Ants are also always in search of food. Sources such as uncovered trash cans, piles of rubbish in your yard, grease, sugary foods and drinks, and even crumbs on the counter will attract ants. It often starts with a few explorers and then once food is located, the entire colony will begin to follow.
Shelter
Ants are always in search of shelter as well. Many ants will form underground tunnels and colonies if they are allowed to thrive on your property. If you do not have a perimeter treatment around your home, this makes it easy for ants and other pests to find their way inside where they can gain access to food, water, and shelter.
What to Do If You Notice Ants
If you discover ants around your Woodland Hills home or business, it’s a good idea to get in contact with a professional pest control company as soon as possible. One or two ants can quickly become a problem for you. Once ants find their way into your house and begin releasing pheromone trails, you will have thousands of ants in your home very soon after.
To help prevent this from happening, follow these tips:
- Get rid of any food source that could attract ants.
- Properly seal trash cans.
- Clean counters regularly.
- Seal up and fix any water sources and leaky pipes.
- Avoid leaving dirty dishes laying around.
- Eliminate yard clutter.
If you’re doing all of the above and you still have ants, then it’s time to get in contact with a professional pest control company.
Solve Your Ant Problem Today
Ants will form colonies on your property when they have access to food, water and shelter. Their numbers will expand very quickly and they can cause many problems for Woodland Hills home and business owners. Reach out to bugs A to Z For assistance with your ant and other pest problems today. Our certified pest control experts can quickly eliminate ants from your property and ensure your property is protected from all other common pests. Give us a call today to get started.
How We Treat Ants
When it comes to controlling ants, the sooner you can get in front of the problem the better. In fact, the ideal scenario is that you have ongoing year-round pest management to prevent the ants from ever making their way into your home in the first place. While one ant might not seem like a big deal, it’s important to know that it’s just the beginning. If that ant discovers a food source, it’s going to leave a trail of pheromones signaling other ants to come on in. Once that happens, it won’t be long until you’re pantries are completely invaded with ants.
What’s unique about ants is that they are willing to travel very long distances to find food and because of their size, they can enter your home through almost any crack or crevice. This makes them hard to keep out without a professional pest management plan.
Thankfully, the team at Bugs A to Z knows exactly how to get rid of ants and prevent them from invading your cabinets again. Whether you’re dealing with ants at your home or place of business, our expert technicians are trained in handling all types of pests and ants are no match for us. When our pest control technicians come to treat the ant problem, we perform a detailed inspection to figure out exactly where the ants are coming from. From there we create a targeted plan using strategically placed bait to draw ants in and destroy the colony. Each of our technicians comes to your home or business with the tools needed to safely and effectively begin eliminating your ant problem on the first visit. They are also very knowledgeable in prevention to make sure the ant problem doesn’t come back again. When you need ant control in Southern California, you want the team you can depend on at Bugs A to Z.
Types of Ants
There are hundreds of ant species in Southern California, but we deal with a few especially prevalent varieties that can cause problems for you. When ants work their way into your home or business, it can be frustrating and hard to find out where they’re coming from. And even if you see just one ant, keep an eye out because there is always more to follow. Below are a few of the especially common and problematic varieties of ants that we see:
- House Ants: These are the ants that you find on that jar of honey in your cabinet and can’t figure out where they’re coming from. The most common varieties we see are the little black ant and odorous house ants.
- Fire Ants: These guys form piles in your backyard and large networks of tunnels leading from one ant mound to another. They’re especially problematic because their mounds are often stepped on by children and elderly individuals. Their bites are painful and once they’re on you, they’re hard to get off.
- Carpenter Ants: Carpenter ants can sometimes be mistaken for termites because they like to live in fallen trees, stumps, and woodpiles near homes. They also like to make their way into your home and chew through wood similar to termites. When you have carpenter ants, it’s a problem that can’t be ignored. Their colonies can become large in number and they can cause serious structural damage to your home.
- Acrobat Ants: Acrobat ants are given their name because of their ability to lift their abdomen up in the air which resembles acrobatics. These ants range in color from light brown to black and have a heart-shaped abdomen which is very notable when compared to other species of ants.
- Pharaoh Ants: Pharaoh ants are light brown to tan in color in common in commercial establishments. Their colonies can be in the many thousands and they can be a big problem for business owners since they have a habit of contaminating surfaces.
- Odorous House Ants: These ants like to live in moist areas and termite damaged woods. They are given their name because when smashed they release a foul odor. These are not ants that will bite you but they can be a problem for homeowners for many reasons including the fact that they contaminate food.
Ants are a problem that requires professional intervention to effectively handle the issue. They’re hard to treat on your own because they work in large numbers, communicate through pheromones, and like to stay out of sight as much as possible. Combine that with the fact that they’re willing to travel long distances in search of food and it can become very difficult to find their underground nests. Professional ant control is the best solution if you’re experiencing problems with ants at any time of year.
Stop the Invasion. Call Bugs A to Z!
The team at Bugs A to Z is highly experienced in all aspects of pest control, including ant control. Our expert technicians are trained, licensed, and insured so you can always trust that you’re getting the best service for your home or business. Additionally, our team goes the extra mile with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you see ants in between scheduled visits or if they return during the coverage window after a one-time service, we’ll come back and take care of the problem at no additional cost to you. For pest control that’s affordable and dependable, reach out to Bugs A to Z.
What Attracts Ants to Woodland Hills Homes & What You Can Do About It
There are many species of ants in Woodland Hills California that can make their way into your home. But there are usually only a few varieties that cause problems for local homeowners. These include black ants that enter your kitchen and fire ants that can form mounds in your backyard and be a problem for children and the elderly.
Seeing a few ants in your home may be an early indicator that there is an infestation on the way. If you see any ants in your home, don’t hesitate to contact the experts at Bugs A to Z. Our team can perform a thorough inspection to identify any entry points and treat your home both inside and outside to ensure you are fully protected from ants of all varieties. Additionally, we can treat the ants in your backyard if you have fire ants.
If you’re wondering what attracts ants to your home and you’d like to learn more, keep reading…
All pests are in search of food, water, and shelter. If they can find one or more of these ingredients around your property, they will settle down and form a colony.
Water
If your house has any available water sources for ants, this is something you should have repaired right away. Things like leaky pipes will not only attract ants to your Woodland Hills property, they will also attract other pests such as cockroaches and rodents to name a few. If you have any leaky pipes or standing water around your home, make sure to get it taken care of right away.
Food
Ants are also always in search of food. Sources such as uncovered trash cans, piles of rubbish in your yard, grease, sugary foods and drinks, and even crumbs on the counter will attract ants. It often starts with a few explorers and then once food is located, the entire colony will begin to follow.
Shelter
Ants are always in search of shelter as well. Many ants will form underground tunnels and colonies if they are allowed to thrive on your property. If you do not have a perimeter treatment around your home, this makes it easy for ants and other pests to find their way inside where they can gain access to food, water, and shelter.
What to Do If You Notice Ants
If you discover ants around your Woodland Hills home or business, it’s a good idea to get in contact with a professional pest control company as soon as possible. One or two ants can quickly become a problem for you. Once ants find their way into your house and begin releasing pheromone trails, you will have thousands of ants in your home very soon after.
To help prevent this from happening, follow these tips:
- Get rid of any food source that could attract ants.
- Properly seal trash cans.
- Clean counters regularly.
- Seal up and fix any water sources and leaky pipes.
- Avoid leaving dirty dishes laying around.
- Eliminate yard clutter.
If you’re doing all of the above and you still have ants, then it’s time to get in contact with a professional pest control company.
Solve Your Ant Problem Today
Ants will form colonies on your property when they have access to food, water and shelter. Their numbers will expand very quickly and they can cause many problems for Woodland Hills home and business owners. Reach out to bugs A to Z For assistance with your ant and other pest problems today. Our certified pest control experts can quickly eliminate ants from your property and ensure your property is protected from all other common pests. Give us a call today to get started.
