Small Ants Can Become a Big Problem
A few ants on the counter may be the first sign of a much larger colony nearby. Ants enter homes looking for food, water and shelter, often traveling through tiny cracks around foundations, windows, doors and utility lines. Once they establish a reliable trail, they can be difficult to control with household sprays alone.
Happy Earth starts by identifying the type of ant, locating active trails and determining what may be attracting them to your property. We then develop a focused treatment plan designed to control existing activity and help prevent ants from returning.
Common Ants in Central Texas
Fire Ants
Fire ants build colonies in lawns, landscaping and other sunny areas. Their mounds can appear quickly, and disturbed colonies may respond aggressively with painful stings.
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants commonly nest in damp, damaged or decaying wood. Unlike termites, they do not eat wood, but their nesting activity can indicate excess moisture or other conditions that should be addressed.
Odorous Ants
These small ants often form trails near sinks, counters, baseboards and other areas where food or moisture is available. They can establish multiple nesting sites and may return when only the visible ants are treated.
Acrobat Ants
Acrobat ants frequently nest in moist wood, wall voids and areas around trees or landscaping. They may enter buildings along branches, utility lines and other pathways that connect to the structure.
HOW IT WORKS
A Smarter Approach
To Ant Control
1
Inspect
We identify the type of ant, locate trails and nesting areas, and evaluate the conditions allowing ants to thrive.
2
Treat
We apply a targeted treatment based on the ant species, location of activity and needs of your property.
3
Protect
We help address entry points and contributing conditions to reduce the likelihood of future ant activity.
Signs You May Have an Ant Problem
Why Do Ants Keep Coming Back?
Many store-bought sprays only eliminate the ants that come into direct contact with the product. The colony may remain hidden inside a wall, beneath the ground or somewhere outside the home. In some cases, disturbing a colony can cause it to spread into additional nesting sites.
Professional ant control focuses on understanding the colony and how it is moving through your property. By treating the source and addressing the conditions attracting ants, Happy Earth can provide a more complete and lasting solution.
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Central Texas Pests, Thoughtfully Managed
From ants and cockroaches to termites, mosquitoes, rodents and scorpions, Central Texas homes face pest pressure throughout the year. We identify the source, treat the areas that matter and help prevent pests from returning, with a plan tailored to your property. Explore the pests we treat below.