Our ant control process gets to the heart of the colony– the queen ant!
Ants are among the most challenging insects to effectively eliminate from your Durham, North Carolina home or business. DIY methods are highly ineffectual and can actually make the problem worse. At Castle Exterminators, we utilize the latest technology and techniques to end your ant problem and prevent their return.
When ants travel, they leave a chemical trail that enables them to easily return to their colony and have either themselves or fellow ants return to the great spot they have found. The queen ant in a colony is a very attentive creature. If she notices that a large number of ants haven’t returned, she assumes the colony is under attack and she’ll lay a large number of eggs to compensate for the missing workers. Several ants will be sent out to follow the chemical trail, and that means the ones you killed could be replaced by an even larger number. This is why using ant sprays, squashing the ants, or otherwise dealing with the ant problem yourself is not effective.
Our ant control methods take into account that for an ant colony to be eliminated, the queen must be eliminated. We utilize products that the workers will take back to the colony to be shared with all the members, including the queen, ultimately causing their death. With an effective ant control barrier around your property, even stragglers won’t find your property inviting, so any future problem is averted.
If you would like to know more about our ant control services or any of our pest control services for residential and commercial properties, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
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FAQs About Ant Control
Ants can be an annoying and frustrating issue, especially if you’ve tried multiple ways to alleviate the problem on your own. The good news is that our team at Castle Exterminators can help. We’ve developed our own system that hits ant colonies where they hurt, ensuring the issue is eliminated at the source. Keep reading to see some of the common questions we get about ant control, then reach out to our team for help.
Why are there ants in my house?
Ants invade homes for food, water, and refuge. Even tiny crumbs or leaks can entice them. They frequently enter through cracks, gaps, or crevices near doors and windows.
Which types of ants are most common?
In our area, the most frequent household ants that enter homes include carpenter ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, and Argentine ants. When you contact us, we will assess the situation and quickly identify the type of ant for successful treatment.
How do you eliminate ants from my home?
We understand that to get rid of the colony, the queen needs to be eliminated. With this in mind, we use a product that the worker ants are attracted to so they will carry it back to be shared with the colony, including the queen.
How long does it take to get rid of ants in my house?
This depends on the infestation, type of ants, and what methods we need to use.
How can I stop ants from returning?
It’s important to address why they were there in the first place. We recommend sealing cracks, keeping the area clean of food—including crumbs—and arranging regular inspections.
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At Castle Exterminators, we offer ant control services in Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, North Carolina.
