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Do you have an ant problem? These pests are one of the most common problems plaguing Hudson Valley homeowners and can be difficult to get rid of. As they live in colonies of hundreds or thousands, our Fox Pest Control technicians know that any ant spotting could be sign of an infestation. Read below to find out if you have an infestation, and what you can do about it.
If you have large black or brown ants in or around your home, you may have a carpenter ant problem. If that is the case, our carpenter ant page is a great place to start.
Signs of an Ant Infestation
You might already know for sure that you have an ant problem. But here are a couple of the most common signs of an ant infestation in Hudson Valley.
Large Mounds in the Yard
They can be in dirt or sand, or they can be covered in growing, healthy grass.
Ant Trails
Ants will travel long distances for food. Ant trails may disappear after the food source is gone.
Piles of ants
In grass, sand, or even cracks in brick or cement
What You Need to Know About Ants
- Ants come in a large variety. In Hudson Valley, the most common kinds of ants you’ll see around your home are:
- Sweet ants
- Ghost ants
- Odorous house ants
- Carpenter ants
- Ants find their way in through any open, unsealed space. This includes cracks in the wood and gaps in the window or old weather stripping. Once inside, they hunt for food and moisture. That’s why you’ll see them most often in your kitchen and bathroom.
- While most of these ants are harmless, carpenter ant infestations can pose a serious threat to your Hudson Valley property, because they tunnel their way through wood, causing damage to your home.
- Ant Behavior is a fascinating, complicated subject. They are social creatures that work together to gather food and care for their young. There are several kinds of ants in each colony. Queens have wings that allow them to fly and start a new colony. Once there they drop their wings and mate, and begin raising their first working ants. They spend the rest of their lives laying eggs to build the colony. Workers are females who are wingless and do not reproduce. Their job is to build the nest, gather food and take care of the young. Males have wings that allow them to find a queen to mate with. They mate and die, doing very little work in their lives. If a colony lives in your home they can be quite disruptive and should be exterminated quickly.
Helpful Ant Prevention Tips
- Move wood or low-hanging tree branches away from your house.
- Seal cracks to prevent intrusion.
- Clean baseboards, cabinets, and countertops regularly.
How Do I Get Rid Of Ants?
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Think you have a ant problem? Call Fox Pest Control at (914) 984-5967 for a free Hudson Valley ant control quote.
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Schedule NY same day* control service with one of our certified technicians.
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Your technician will conduct a thorough pest control inspection of your home and property in order to provide a customized ant treatment plan that will be most effective for your situation.
Report
You will receive a detailed report of the service provided and helpful recommendations to remain ant free.
Follow Up
We come back regularly throughout the year to ensure the ants don’t come back. If you see any ant activity between your regularly scheduled service, simply give us a call. We’ll come back for free!
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How To Get Rid Of Ants | Fox Pest Control
Is a trail of ants marching across your countertop,
or setting up camp in your cupboard?
Don't worry — we've got a solution!
Ants are masters of sneaking into your home through unsealed gaps in your cement, brick or siding.
They can also slip in through open gaps around windows or door frames.
If you've got food or moisture available, they'll come crawling.
Most ants are harmless.
But some, like fire ants, bite and sting.
Other types of ants build huge mounds that can tear up your lawn.
Carpenter ants can burrow into your wood,
causing major damage to window and door frames, or even the structure of your home.
If you see ants, call us.
We'll come that same day to solve your pest problem!
Our licensed, certified technicians know how to get the job done right.
Your Fox Pest Pro will thoroughly inspect your home,
and then create a customized plan to get rid of those pesky ants for good.
After the treatment, we'll send you a detailed report of what we did,
along with helpful suggestions for how to keep the ants outside where they belong.
We follow up with regular inspections,
carefully checking for any potential trouble spots.
If ants return, simply give us a call,
we'll come back for free!
Our service is 100% guaranteed.
Why not have one less thing to worry about?
Call us today for a free quote and same-day inspection.
Fox Pest Control. No Bugs. Simply Better.
Ant Infestation Control FAQ
How do I get rid of ant infestations? Can I get rid of ants by myself?
The best way to get rid of ants permanently is with professional Hudson Valley pest control and ant extermination because we have all the right tools and knowledge. While you wait for the professionals to come, vacuum frequently for anything ants can use as food, like fallen crumbs, grains of sugar, and hair follicles or skin particles.
Why do ants keep coming back in Hudson Valley?
You must control ants because they can create satellite nests that collect food for the main nest. The queen will remain safe and untouched in a separate nest. If the satellite nest is destroyed, the queen could simply create another one in the same place. Fox Pest Control has the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively provide ant control in Hudson Valley.
What problems do carpenter ants cause?
Carpenter ants use their massive jaws to carve tunnels in wood. Although they don’t eat the wood as termites do, if you don’t get help with carpenter ant treatment they can cause serious damage to your home if left untreated.
Which ants are the most dangerous?
Ants that sting. Some ants have a painful sting, almost like a wasp. You need to control fire ants, harvester ants, and oak ants - they are among those stinging ants that live in the United States.
Carpenter ants. You must exterminate carpenter ants because they can carve tunnels and galleries through virtually any kind of wood, causing major structural damage.
Are ants poisonous?
Some ants, like the aggressive red imported fire ants, deliver a painful sting. This sting has often been compared to a wasp or bee sting and can be a serious problem for those with an allergy to insect stings.
What is the difference between a regular ant and a carpenter ant?
The main difference is the size. While most ants in Hudson Valley are about ⅛ inch long, carpenter ant workers are closer to ½ inch, about four times bigger. Carpenter ants can vary in color, from solid black, to orange, red and black, yellow, or solid red.
5-Star Pestimonials
Kevin was professional, efficient and customer friendly. Not only was the outside done quickly and all spider webs removed but the inside as well. He worked around us working and even our large Labrador. He sprayed my areas of ant concern particularly well. Our neighbor is notorious for ants. Kevin even sprayed our shed which is prone to paper wasps. Thank you Kevin for all the hard work.
lucille prize
I had ants and they came and treated inside and out and i haven't seen an ant since. very professional
Toni Miller
We have used Fox since late spring 2020 for issues with ants and mice. Since they came out, the ants have been completely eliminated and the mouse problem has significantly decreased. During today's appointment, they placed additional bait stations and plugged exterior holes they found during their inspection. (He was also respectful of our property and health, wearing a mask and shoe covers.) After the visit, a supervisor contacted us by phone to review the service. He also stopped by later that day to double-check the work performed. He followed-up with another call to review his findings, and made recommendations to prevent future problems. The service tech (Phil?) and supervisor were both professional and helpful. I would certainly recommend Fox Pest Control!
Larry Lezon
I have got to say how AMAZING their technician, Eric Peterson is! I had ants, spiders, and mice, the whole shebang! He got rid of everything, had immense patience, a great attitude, and made sure I felt reassured in my own home again. This man exceeded all previous techs and set a high bar. You gotta give him a raise because he knows his stuff! Make sure he's my guy from now on plz!
Kat Mindock
These guys show up, rain or shine to take care of your house and any problems you have. I had Eric Peterson at my residence this weekend to take care of a bunch of ants in my kitchen. I woke up this morning to a bunch of dead ants on my floor. The only good ant, is a dead one! Good job sir!
Tony Austin
Salesman and engineer Jacob explained in detail each biting bug, carpenter ant, flea, tick, regular ant, unwanted rodent and insects Fox would be getting away from my house and yard. He was able to tell me what products Fox used and how or if they affected pets and desired wildlife like bees. (They are pretty safe.) Fox products are used at children's hospitals and veterinarians' offices. Technicians Andrew and Wesley were on-time, quick, efficient. Gentleman all and decent prices. Application easy. Worth talking to.
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