Dreaded ants in and around your property can be aggravating; however, Argentine ants can be even more problematic as they are capable of producing huge colonies, which also includes sub-colonies, of over 1 million ants, which is more than enough ants to populate a full neighborhood block. These native southern Brazil, Argentina, Uraguay, Bolivia, Paraguay …
A stubborn ant problem in your home or property could be Pharaoh ants who typically prefer to build their nest indoors, especially during the warmer months. Once inside, this breed of ants is usually found in warm, high moisture areas, such as in narrow openings in the wall, not far from water and food sources. …
If you have noticed small brown ants that emit a strong, odorous smell likened to that of a rotten coconut when you crush or step on them in or around your property, especially in the fall or after periods of rain, there is a good chance you have an odorous ant problem. What Are Odorous …
Large, bald spots around your lawn could be an indication that you have harvester ants. When nesting, harvester ants are known to clear all greenery from around their preferred nesting site to make room for their breeding activity, which may cause you to believe that your lawn is sick. However, before you call a lawn …
If you’ve noticed wood damage around your property, your first thought may be that you have termites. However, your issue could just as easily been caused by carpenter ants. Carpenter ants, like dry-wood termites, will nest in wood structures, such as trees, wood constructed buildings, and more. They chew hollow passageways in the wood to …
There’s nothing worse than planning a backyard barbeque to celebrate a special moment and noticing just hours before your guests arrive that the outdoor sitting area is infested with ants! Ants are annoying, and here at Joel’s Pest Control, we understand that this bug can put a splinter in your event. Certain species have become …
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