Ants

Some Local Species: Carpenter Ant (Camponotus spp.)
Odorous House Ant (Tapinoma sessile)
Pavement Ant (Tetramorium caespitum)
Pharaoh Ant (Monomorium pharaonis)

Pest Because: Invade homes. Can infest food supplies.  Can deliver painful bites.  Carpenter ants hollow out wood, weakening structure integrity.  Some species will destroy crops.  Although rare, some species can carry disease.

What You Can Do: Do not leave food items out for an extended period of time.  Eliminate any standing water, such as a slow drain or a clogged gutter.  Trim back any decorate plants from around the outside of the building.  Make sure all cracks and holes are sealed with caulk or sealing foam.

Our Treatment: A program we've been having a lot of success with is the "Inside-Out" program.  Both the interior and exterior of the home is sprayed using two different products.