Why ants are in your house
Ants usually nest outdoors and come inside looking for food or water. Utah State University Extension lists six ants commonly found around Utah buildings: pavement ants, field ants, carpenter ants, harvester ants, pharaoh ants and odorous house ants. Most of them are foragers that find a source and lead others back to it. Some, such as pharaoh ants, can set up nests inside walls in warm, moist areas.
Why spraying visible ants falls short
The ants marching across your counter are workers. The colony is somewhere else and keeps producing new ones. Extension guidance points to following ant trails to find the nest, and to using baits that match what a species eats, because ants share food with the colony. That is why a quick spray often ends with ants back in a few days.
What draws ants to Southern Utah homes
- Irrigation and watered landscaping close to the house
- Leaks under sinks and around water heaters
- Crumbs, pet food and open containers
- Cracks in foundations and gaps around doors and pipes
- Plants and branches touching the building
What we do
We ask where and when you see ants, treat the trails and entry points, and point out what is drawing them in. Ant treatment is part of our pest control service. If ants return between treatments, we come back for free.
How service works
Call or text us for a quote and tell us what you are seeing. We schedule a visit and treat. You pay per service with no contract, and if pests return between treatments we come back at no charge.
Common questions
Why do I still see ants after treatment?
Some ants can appear for a short time as the treatment works through the colony. If they keep coming, call us and we will come back at no charge.
Are ant treatments safe for pets and kids?
Yes. All of the products we use are pet and kid friendly.
Do you treat carpenter ants?
Tell us what you are seeing when you call. Ants inside wood or walls need a closer look, and we will tell you plainly what we can do.