Ants and Insects

Ants in the open are an important part of the ecosystem - they break down soil, and keep the growth of other insect populations under control. Inside a home, they are not necessarily disease carrying like rodents but they can cause damage when they are present in large numbers. If you have swarms of ant population threatening to take over your kitchen and your home, get in touch with Terminix, the Jacksonville area's trusted ant exterminator.

Ants live in large colonies. They have a queen ant who breeds more ants, producing huge numbers of ants over days and weeks. Once a colony is set up, a scout ant is sent to forage for food. When the scout finds a food source in your home, he reports it back to the colony. Some species of ants all proceed towards the food in a single procession of ants, while in other species, ants may move towards the food on their own. What this means is that even if you've only noticed a few ants running about on your counter, there is still a large colony waiting back for them. Ants never work alone, they are social creatures. To prevent ants, make sure that you don't leave food sources outside for long. If you see a few random ants scurrying about aimlessly, know that they are looking for food. Wipe the surface clean to remove all traces of the scent. Use soapy water.

Ants are not the only insects invading your home- spiders, and other bugs too can infiltrate your home, and can breed. If you notice a long line of ants along the sides of your walls, don't wait for the colony to expand. Call a bug exterminator or an ant pest control service immediately! At Terminix, we will rid your Jacksonville, Florida area home of your ant problem. Simply fill out the form or give us a call, and say good bye to ants!