Why a Few Ants Can Signal a Bigger Problem
Ants don’t work alone. When one finds food, it leaves a pheromone trail that leads the rest of the colony straight to the source. That “invisible road” can quickly turn a couple of stragglers into a full-blown parade.
In Queen Creek, Mesa, and throughout Phoenix, extreme heat or heavy monsoon rains often drive ants indoors, where they’ll search kitchens, bathrooms, and wall voids for what they need. By the time you spot them, the real action could be happening out of sight, inside walls, under floors, behind appliances, or in some other hidden location within your home.
Common Ants in Phoenix Homes
Some ants are just a nuisance; others can damage your home or bite when disturbed. The species you're most likely to run into include:
- Acrobat ants
A nuisance that can spread germs and cause light damage indoors. - Argentine ants
Build massive colonies with multiple queens, making them tough to control. - Carpenter ants
Large ants that tunnel through wood, often causing minor to more extensive damage. - Little black ants
Tiny, annoying, and very good at contaminating food. - Odorous house ants
Known for the rotten smell they release when crushed. Often invade kitchens. - Pavement ants
Nest in cracks in driveways or sidewalks, but they don’t mind coming inside, too. - Fire ants
More of an outdoor threat, fire ant stings hurt, and their mounds in lawns are rather unsightly.
Visit our Learning Center to learn more about ants and other house-infesting pests in the Valley!
Why DIY Ant Control Usually Fails
A lot of homeowners try to tackle ant problems themselves. But most DIY methods are more like a band-aid than a solution. Here’s why they often fall short:
- Sprays kill what you see, not what’s hiding
Ant sprays only work on contact, which means the colony keeps going strong behind the scenes. - You could trigger colony budding
Some treatments cause colonies to split and multiply, making things worse, fast. - Products can be unsafe when misused
Improper use of over-the-counter ant baits or sprays can pose risks to kids and pets.
How Professional Ant Control Solves the Problem
Getting rid of these pests takes more than just treating symptoms. Here’s how professional pest control pros handle ant infestations :
- Accurately identify the species in order to apply the right treatment
- Track down and eliminate nests, inside and outside
- Apply products that keep working long after the first service
- Identify potential entry points, like cracks in foundations or gaps under doors
- Set up ongoing home pest control services to prevent future infestations all year
When to Call Termio Pest Control
Contact Termio Pest Control if:
- Ant trails are showing up inside
- DIY sprays and baits haven’t worked
- You want to be sure treatments do not jeopardize the health of your family and pets
- You’d like the peace of mind of knowing that the problem’s actually gone, not just hiding
Even “just a few ants” can point to a thriving colony. Don’t wait until the problem gets out of hand. Call Termio Pest Control for expert pest control service that targets the source, keeps pests out long-term, and keeps your home protected, no matter what the Phoenix weather throws your way.
Get started today with a thorough inspection and proven ant control that works.
