What are fire ants? When we talk about fire ants from a pest control perspective, we usually refer to red imported fire ants. These fire ants are an invasive species, and they are very aggressive. It is estimated by the…
Ants are one of the few insects that we view positively. Even when they are in our home, we mostly regard them as a nuisance, and rarely as a pest. However, there are plenty of ant species out there, and…
Ant colonies have an interesting life cycle. Every ant colony starts with a solitary queen. She has just mated, and her male partner died. This will be the only time she will mate in her life, retaining the sperm in…
Most ant species can cause a headache when they’re in the home, but outside of that, they’re really harmless. Carpenter ants on the other hand will actually cause damage to the home, and they have to be removed as soon…
Love them or hate them, we have to live with ants. Luckily, most ant species are simply nuisances that pick up food crumbs from the kitchen. There are however a few species which go beyond the nuisance territory and become…
Ants are the most common household pest in America. When ants invade your home, they can contaminate your food supply with pathogens, damage wooden structures and furniture, and they can make your home feel unclean. Just like any other pest…
Where one ant goes, thousands follow, and while they are not a big issue if you are out enjoying the outdoors, it is a concern if you have an infestation in your home. There are many methods to get rid…
If you see one ant, odds are that there are a thousand more nearby. This may not be a big issue when you’re having a great picnic outside, but in the home, you will want to remove them fast. There…
Ant Control Tips | San Diego Pest Control Experts | Payne Pest MGMT Seal cracks and crevices around the home using a silicone-based caulk. Replace weather-stripping and repair loose mortar around basement foundation and windows. Ensure downspouts and gutters are…
We all know how bees can help our environment by pollinating flowers, and how even some pests, such as spiders help us by eating other insects in our homes, but certain species seem to have no redeeming qualities. One of…
Carpenter ants are a serious issue in the US, causing widespread damage to the properties they infest. They will usually choose dead wood in order to create a colony and navigate through a structure. So what should you do if…
