Ants
Ant Identification & Prevention
What Are Ants?
Are ants dangerous?
Ants are one of the oldest insect families known to science. While most serve a critical role in our ecosystem, many can cause issues for Metro Atlanta homeowners and businesses. Some ants, such as the imported red (fire) ant can cause painful stings and bites, while others, such as the odorous house ant, simply infest our home, and are a nuisance. There are several nuisance species of ants throughout the Metro Atlanta, GA area. Among the species of ants we deal with most commonly are:
- Acrobat Ants
- Argentine Ants
- Big Headed Ants
- Carpenter Ants
- Imported Red (Fire) Ants
- Little Black Ants
- Odorous House Ants
- Pavement Ants
- Pharoah Ants
Even though they can bite people, most ants are not considered a significant threat. They are, however, a nuisance to have living around or inside your home your commercial property. Even the most harmless of ants can contaminate food and can strip insulation from around wires, causing short-circuits.
Why do I have an ant problem?
Most ants are attracted to areas of moisture and are often found nesting outside in the damp soil near the foundation of buildings. While foraging for food or shelter, these ants often find their way inside houses. Utility lines, tree branches, and shrubs provide easy access to your home’s exterior. Once there, they quickly find entry points in the foundation, in spaces around windows and doors, and in holes along the roofline.
Where will I find ants?
Most ants generally prefer to live outside under rocks and logs, in dead trees, and in woodpiles. They also use the abandoned nests of carpenter ants and termites for nesting. After finding their
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How do I get rid of ants?
Get rid of ants the easy way by partnering with an experienced, local pest control expert. Great American Pest Solutions is a family-owned and locally operated company that has over 10 years of experience keeping Metro Atlanta area properties free of pests. Our certified professionals provide highly effective pest control services that eliminate acrobat ants and minimize their return. To learn more about our exceptional, 100% guaranteed residential or commercial pest control solutions, contact Great American Pest Solutions today!
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How can I prevent acrobat ants in the future?
Keep acrobat ants out of your Metro Atlanta area home or business with the help of the following prevention tips:
- Trim trees, bushes, and shrubs back from the exterior walls and the roofline of your home or business.
- Reduce humidity levels by using a dehumidifier and adequately ventilate crawlspaces.
- Remove dead trees, stumps, and other debris from your yard.
- Fix areas of water damage in and around your property by fixing leaky faucets, fixtures, and pipes.
- Inspect your property’s exterior walls and roofline, and repair any openings that could act as entry points.
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