Ants are the one irritating pest problem in Hamilton. There are around 12,000 ants species found around the world. All species have a distinct physical appearance and social characteristics. Thus, it becomes crucial to identify the species before addressing the problem.
Every ant species require different extermination techniques. Our pest control experts at Hamilton Extermination Services, hold extensive knowledge about different ant species and their life cycle, damages and control methods.
Ant Identification and Control Methods
There are mainly three types of ants found in residential and commercial areas: Carpenter Ants, Pavement Ants and Pharaoh Ants. These ants have different appearance and behavior. There specifications are as follows helping you identify their infestation.
Carpenter ants are the largest ant species and can reach up to 1.3 cm. They are usually black but some species of these ants are also brown or red. They derive their name from their habitat and nesting ground. They burrow into wood to create their nests. They create a tunnel like structure into the wood. However, they don’t eat it. Carpenter ants get attracted towards sugar based products or food items.
Pharaoh ants are small ants merely of 1.5 to 2mm in length and have a golden red appearance. They are fond of warm weather and generally originate in the tropics. They could not resist the harsh winter season of Canada. Thus, are rarely found in winter. Pharaoh ants generally create their nest near water and food sources. These ants get attracted towards meat and grease, so often roam around the kitchen area. They burrow around the countertops, baseboards and other places that are hard to reach.
Pavement ants can be from 4 to 10 mm long. They have dark color body but legs are of light brown color. These ants are attracted to sugar based foods. Ant baits with sugars can be an effective method of treating ants. But, if becomes difficult to address these ants if you could not locate their nest. Spray treatment should be applied to the potential foundation areas where these ants can create their colonies.
What Sets Hamilton Extermination Services Apart From the Competition
Hamilton Extermination Services undertake professional and efficient ant removal services for both residential and commercial premises. Whether its carpenter ants or pavement ants or any other species of ant, our experts just have the right methods to eradicate such nuisance from your premises. Our team can efficiently eliminate infestation of the following ants as well:
- Acrobat Ant
- Carpenter Ant
- Ghost Ant
- Pavement Ant
- Pharoah Ant
- Thief Ant
- Harvester Ant
- Moisture Ant
- Odorous Ant
- Citronella Ant
- Field Ant
- Argentine Ant