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Ants are highly socialized and organized six-legged insects that exist in colonies. They are found on every single continent except for Antarctica – common pests for businesses, farmers, landowners, and homeowners across the globe. This is why starting with the right type of ant control services is critical for a long-term solution.
Ants are adaptable, resilient creatures and have been around for millions of years. Colonies can vary in number from hundreds to millions, and each ant has a specific job: queen, soldier, worker or drone. But no matter their classification, they all unite to defend the colony, swarming over attackers. A single ant can carry objects much larger than itself.
The stubborn nature of ants makes them some of the most difficult pests to get rid of in commercial settings. Some can survive even if parts of their bodies are damaged and others can last for weeks without food or water. Rentokil Technicians have years of experience in ant removal for commercial businesses and are experts in finding nests, removing infestations and creating barriers to prevent them from returning. Call Rentokil at 1-855-633-6260 to talk to an expert about ant control or contact us online.
Rentokil knows how to get rid of ants from your property.
Ants are industrious and breed fast. That's why a few ants found inside your business can quickly become an infestation. Their small size enables them to get into almost anything from desk drawers, pantries, and cupboards to food and food containers. Ants leave behind chemical trails that attract more ants, and soon you have lines of ants walking through your building.
Depending on the species, ants can cause varying degrees of trouble:
Property damage - This is particularly true of carpenter ants that bore into wood and weaken wooden structures.
Stings - In the case of Red Imported Fire Ant, this can be a particular danger. They have spread across the country and can inflict painful stings which can be life-threatening for those allergic. Many assume that fire ants only bite, but in reality, fire ant bites are actually stings. They first bite to anchor themselves and then sting their victim to inject a mild venom.
General nuisance - There's simply nothing attractive about having ants all over your business. An infestation can be perceived to indicate an unclean environment, potentially tarnishing your company’s reputation.
Black house ants consume oil, grease, meats, fruits, vegetables, and sweets and can become a huge problem for bars and restaurants.
Similar to termites, these pests can cause major damage to commercial buildings made of wood materials.
This problematic ant species is a threat to commercial businesses due to the diseases they carry and the risk of product contamination they pose.
If you’ve seen a few ants scuttling around on the floor, they might be just having a look around. However, they also might be the sign of a larger ant infestation.
Live ants - If you’re seeing large numbers of live ants then you may have a problem. If you find them in your kitchen areas or break rooms where food is prepared, then you need to take action to prevent them from entering.
Ant trails - A line of ants traveling in or out of your business is another sign. Some types of ants will lay down a pheromone trail to a food source. This chemical attracts other ants to find the food.
Ant nests - A nest site can look like a small pile of soil or dirt. Some ant species like to make their home in walls or other quiet, dark places, making them more difficult to spot.
DIY products may help you get rid of small garden ant infestations. But for other species or larger ant infestations in your business, you should get in touch with our experts. Our pest control Technicians understand the habits of different types of ants and can offer the most appropriate and effective solution. All of our treatments are safe for your staff and customers.
At least some members of almost all ant species can develop wings and fly. However, only the male (drone) or female (queen) out of the colony are able to do so.
The main differentiator is that termites feed on the cellulose within the wood while carpenter ants only destroy wood by making tunnels as they set up their colony within wood structures.
Ants feed on almost every type of food depending on their species. Most ants are commonly known to be drawn to sugary substances as well as foods that are high in protein such as meat and peanut butter. Additionally, ants cultivate fungi in gardens and some of their species grow and eat fungus.
For many businesses in the food industry, ants are attracted to the large variety of food sources in your business. If there is moisture in your building, that also makes your structure attractive to these pests.
Most do-it-yourself methods only stop ants temporarily from taking residence in your business. It’s best to bring in the Rentokil ant professionals who know how to get to the root of the issue and find out where ants are entering and nesting in your business.
Rentokil knows how to get rid of ants from your property.
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If you’ve spotted ants in your business and you're worried you might be at risk of an ant infestation, you can put in place some simple ant deterrent measures. The checklist below will help you keep your property free from ants, or make sure your infestation doesn’t grow.
Most ants only come indoors to look for food. They are attracted to anything that’s sweet and sticky, which is why you find ants in kitchen cupboards or areas where food is kept. With that in mind, it’s important to not leave temptation in their path. To get rid of ants you must remember to:
The type of ant that is invading your property, the location of their trails, the type of structure they are infesting and the needs of your business all factor into the types of treatments our ant control experts recommend. Rentokil provides effective ant control for restaurants, educational facilities, offices and many other industries.
Our pest control specialists understand the habits of different types of ants and can offer the most appropriate and effective solution to help you not only get rid of ants but keep them away. Call Rentokil today at 1-855-633-6260 to talk to an expert about our commercial ant control solutions or contact us online.
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