Ants have been described by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) as America's #1 Pest. According to a study that surveyed pest exterminators, service calls for ant infestations have been steadily on the rise for several years. Unfortunately, many homeowners see a few ants in their homes and think it's a problem that will go [...]
If you think that ants are bothersome, you aren't alone. According to the National Pest Management Association, ants are the top nuisance pest in the United States. Those ants crawling across your kitchen counter or floor aren't just a small problem. They are an infestation hiding just out of sight. If you see even a [...]
Carpenter ants are common in our area of the United States. Though they are often confused with termites, carpenter ants do not eat wood. However, they do hollow it out so they can nest inside. They cause structural damage and it may take several years before you notice it. If you need pest control in [...]
Many different kinds of ants can invade area homes. Today we'll cover odorous house ants. These very small, dark brown/black ants differ from other ants because they are active during the day and night. They are constantly on the search for food. Also, unlike other ants, they emit a foul-smelling rotten coconut odor. If these [...]
Home to the U.S. Naval Academy, boat shows and an arts festival every first Sunday every month, Anne Arundel County is great place call home. But what happens if you suddenly find yourself overrun by ants? Suddenly the cozy feeling of home turns into something else entirely. When you need pest control in Anne Arundel [...]
If your home has been invaded by smelly ants, you're not alone. These tiny, odorous pests are a common nuisance all over Maryland, especially after a few rainy days. However, this doesn't mean that you have to "live and let live." There are a number of ways to discourage these ants from setting up housekeeping [...]
Have you noticed more ants in your house recently? In summer months, the hot, dry weather draws pests inside as they search for food and water. Ant infestations are on the rise in America. More than 50% of pest professionals are reporting an increase in the service calls they receive for ant infestations. According to [...]
In nature, black carpenter ants are vital to our ecosystem. Carpenter ants chew up wood into fine sawdust which rots and turns into nutritious compost for soil. However, you do not want these creatures creating a nest in your home, quickly destroying your wood. If you suspect a carpenter ant infestation and need pest control [...]
Every spring and summer season homeowners across the Northeast and Midwest deal with a familiar pest: pavement ants. It seems as soon as the thaw hits the ants are in the house looking for sugar and other treats. Believe it or not, pavement ants are not native to America, even though they have certainly adapted [...]
Did you know that there are well over 7,000 types of ants in the United States alone? Notorious pests, ants can be difficult to eradicate once they infest your home. It's not uncommon for most homes to experience their presence at some point. Ants can contaminate your food and some types even bite. While many [...]
