Ant Identification & Prevention

There are more than 700 different species of ants that can be found living throughout the United States. While not all of them pose a threat to us and our homes and businesses, there are many that do. Ants are small, social insects that live together in large groups; these pests vary in size and color and size, depending on their exact species, but they typically range in color from reddish-brown or black to yellow in color, and sometimes a combination of different colors. Ants have three distinct body parts in the form of a head, thorax, and abdomen and have a pair of bent antennae. Ants are common invaders and often find their way inside homes and businesses while foraging for food.

Most species of ants are considered nuisance pests and pose no significant risks to people or our properties. However, some ant species are destructive and pose significant threats to homes and businesses while others can carry and transmit bacteria and diseases including salmonella and streptococcus, which can make people ill. In addition, if you have ants living inside your home, they will quickly find and contaminate your family’s food sources. So, no matter what species you're up against, any ants that are found living in and around your home should be eliminated as quickly as possible. And that's where partnering with a pest control professional for quality pest control services comes in!

The most common attractants for ants are sources of food, water, and shelter. The presence of these things on your property can lead ants to invade your property, and once on your property, it is only a matter of time before those ants find their way into your home while foraging for food sources.

There are a few things ants are particularly attracted to, such as clogged gutters, leaky outdoor fixtures, unsecured garbage cans, gardens, wood piles, pet food or animal feed, compost piles, and outdoor eating areas. In addition, ants invade homes to seek relief when the weather outside becomes too hot, dry, or wet.

Worker ants are often seen outside foraging for food in lawns, mulch, and garden areas. They are also seen traveling together in groups along sidewalks, driveways, and fencelines. Their outdoor nesting locations are usually located in the soil under woodpiles, next to sidewalks or foundations, under landscaping ties, or in rotting logs.

Get rid of ants by partnering with the trusted pest control experts at Kineo Pest Solutions. For over 30 years, we have been helping home, and business owners maintain pest-free properties. If you are looking for a personal approach to pest control, look no further. At Kineo Pest Solutions, we “customize” our pest control programs to meet the unique needs of each of our customers. Let our family protect your family from Greenville's toughest pests! For more information about our ant control service, reach out to Kineo Pest Solutions and speak with one of our friendly professionals today.

The best way to prevent problems with ants is to partner with a professional and implement the following prevention tips in and around your Greenville home. 

• Cut back tree branches and overgrown vegetation from the exterior of your house.
• Use caulk to repair cracks in the foundation and exterior walls of your home. 
• Place weatherstripping around windows and doors.
• Install door sweeps on exterior doors.
• Place a stone or crushed rock barrier between any soil and your home’s foundation.
• Place tight-fitting lids on trash cans and compost bins. Always rinse out jars and cans before placing them in recycle bins. 
• Repair leaky pipes and fixtures.
• Use dehumidifiers to dry out basements and reduce humidity levels in your home.
• Keep dry goods in containers with air-tight lids.