When you step outside and see ants crawling around on your walkway or driveway, there's a good likelihood that you’re seeing pavement ants. These ants are common in Metro Atlanta, and like most ants, they can sometimes get indoors. Do you know what to do if you start finding these pests in your home or business? Bizzy Bee Exterminators has the information you need to know about pavement ants, including what they look like, why and how they get inside, and what to do when you find them in your home or business.
Pavement ants are small brown or black ants that are common in Georgia. They get their name from the fact that they usually build their nests in and under cracks in the pavement. Pavement ants sometimes move indoors due to conditions outside or simply because they found their way in while foraging.
Pavement ants are nuisance pests, but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored. While they aren’t known to cause structural damage, they can still create problems when they move inside. Pavement ants will contaminate food and surfaces as they forage, and once they discover a reliable food source, they’ll leave a chemical trail that attracts more ants to follow. Over time, this can lead to a large, persistent colony that’s tough to eliminate without professional help.
Seeing pavement ants around your property is not unusual, and for the most part, it’s nothing to worry about. However, you don’t want these pests getting inside your house. Try these preventative tips to avoid a pavement ant infestation indoors:
If pavement ants have infested your property, call Bizzy Bee Exterminators. Our experts can identify where and how they’re coming inside and where they’re nesting so that we can get to the root of the issue. With our services, you won’t have to worry about the problem returning. We’ll eliminate the infestation, and if you sign up for ongoing home pest control service, make sure these pests stay out!
For the most part, pavement ants are harmless. However, if they find their way into some food in your pantry after detouring in your trash can, they could spread bacteria or other pathogens into your food, making it possible to get sick from eating contaminated food.
Pavement ants are attracted to the same things as most pests. They need food, water, and shelter to survive, and these three things usually bring them indoors. They often get inside while foraging for food and’ll keep returning if they find a steady source in your house. If water supplies become scarce outside or the weather makes it difficult for them to survive, they may also move indoors in search of better accommodations.
Preventing pavement ants from getting inside starts by sealing off entry points and eliminating the things that attract them. If you still find them in your house, contacting a professional pest control company is best. There are many species of ants, and most DIY ant control methods don’t consider their differing habits and behaviors when treating them. With professional pest control from Bizzy Bee Exterminators, you’ll get customized treatments that work for your particular ant problem.
If pavement ants have found their way into your home or business, call Bizzy Bee Exterminators. We have the experience and knowledge you need in a trusted pest control provider. Let our local experts solve your pavement ant problems. Contact us today.
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