Ant Control & Treatment

Ants are the most common type of pests for homeowners, followed by cockroaches. Due to their size and speed, ants may not be spotted right away. Where it starts with a single exploration ant, they can quickly return in bigger numbers. Let Thompson Brothers Exterminators help get rid of ants and prevent them from coming back.
 

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Why do Ants Come Inside?

Ants are resilient insects. They can sense changes in the weather and prepare for things like heavy rain by digging deep nests or relocating. Regardless, they aren't completely "weather-proof" and still prefer cooler areas in summer and warmer ones in winter. Your home probably ticks those boxes. In addition, leftover breadcrumbs or water drops in the sink can make a great meal for ants. The last thing they need to thrive in your home? Easy access.

indoor Ant extermination & prevention

At Thompson Brothers, pest extermination and prevention go hand in hand. Our first step for any treatment plan includes a thorough inspection of your property. During this inspection, we may uncover entryways, such as unsealed or cracked window frames. Reducing the number of entryways for pests is a great first step in ant treatment and prevention. 

But if ants are already inside, we'll also offer an ant extermination plan that will safely eliminate ants. For indoor ants, this usually means baiting, a form of ant control in which bait is placed for ants to take back to their colony and extinguish it.
 

(fire) Ants are Taking Over My Yard

Fire ants prefer warm climates, making the Carolinas a perfect oasis for them. They can both bite and sting, often in that order, using their mouth to anchor themselves and then deliver the sting. The venom that gets injected during this sting can cause a painful, burning, and/or itchy reaction. Needless to say, fire ants don't mix well with outdoor fun and can also be a threat to wildlife.
 

Fire Ant Treatment

The effective extermination of fire ants takes three steps:

1. Baiting: leaving out bait products for foraging ants that will then return the bait to the colony, killing it from the inside out. 
2. Mound drenching: using a liquid insecticide to soak the ant mound, eliminating all fire ants inside.
3. Maintenance: performing regular inspections and treatments to prevent new ant infestations from happening.
    

Schedule Your Ant Control Appointment

Ants are impressive creatures, but they can cause a world of chaos. Don't wait until it's too late to schedule your ant pest control appointment. Thompson Brothers Exterminating and Waterproofing is a local, family-owned business with over 60 years of experience in pest control services. We understand ant behavior and know how best to get rid of them, safely. Reach out to our team for a free quote and inspection. We'd be happy to help!
 

Call Thompson Brothers at 864.578.8822