Ants

Professional Ant Pest Control Kansas City MO

A very important Formicidae member, the ant plays a major role in enriching the soil. Ants utilize their powerful mandibles to break down decaying wood structures, such as deck posts, tree stumps, downed trees and branches, piles of yard debris, and components of a building structure.

The Formicidae family is a group of insect species that colonize or socialize. They colonize to protect the species from endangerment and extinction. The ant colony can host up to tens of thousands of members, as the queen is a prolific reproducer. She can lay up to 30,000 every few days.

Besides strong mandibles, the ant has a unique tri-segmented body held together by small joints, The segmented body has lots of flexibility, allowing the insect to fight off predators, erect underground tunnels, and infiltrate homes through tiny holes and cracks.

Why Are Ants Attacking My Kansas City Property?

Ants are overwintering pests, or they hibernate throughout the winter seasons. Overwintering is a dormant state that permits the ant to survive off nutrients from stored body fats. Overwintering ants generally colonize in their underground tunnels to avoid the harsh winter elements – snow, icy rain, and brutally cold winds.

Before the overwintering state is set to kick in, the ant colony is continuously storing up food for the larvae, eggs, and queen. It is not unusual for ants to run out of food since there is generally more than one ant colony in the nearby vicinity. In fact, there could be five or 10 colonies of ants on your property, all within a short distance away from each other.

Do Ants Cause Foodborne Illnesses?

Yes, ants deposit contaminated fecal material on countertops, dining tables, and cutting boards, anywhere food is prepared and served. They will also deposit their fecal droppings in the victim’s food supply. Once the food is consumed by the victim(s), the possibility of the onset of foodborne illness symptoms – nausea, stomach ache, and low-grade fever – is a possibility.

What Is The Best Solution To Get Rid Of Ants In Residential Settings?

Worker ants are responsible for most of the work that maintains the colony. This colony member is responsible for erecting nests, underground tunneling systems, and foraging for food. These are continuous processes that help strengthen the colony to ensure its survival from predators and the harsh winter elements.

Ant colonies can range between a few hundred to a few tens of thousands. And, this is not to mention, the ants responsible for the home infiltration and the main colony must be exterminated to fully eliminate the problem.

Our professional ant management is the best option because it combines an industrial-strength pesticide with visual inspection to ensure the maximum results in several treatments.

Do Licensed Exterminators Recommend DIY Pest Control For Ant Infestation?

Rarely, you will find an exterminator who is willing to put his/her name on an over-the-counter pesticide brand. As previously mentioned, ant colonies can host thousands of ants, all of which are dedicated to ensuring a long lifespan for the queen and her young. Over-the-counter pesticides are low-strength formulas that are not suitable for ant infestations. Maybe a few ants, but not a full-blown infestation.

When Will The Exterminator Be Available To Conduct My Ant Inspection In Kansas City?

Our Kansas City-based extermination company accepts ant inspection service requests 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Keeping this in mind, beginning in the late spring, running through fall, ant activity is at its highest. This is when the demand for our professional ant management service is at its highest as well. So, bear with us, we can have your service request processed with 48 hours in most cases.

Does Professional-Grade Pesticide Contain Unfriendly-Environmental Agents?

Our chemical pesticide formulas do not ingredients that pose environmental risks. However, we are able to reduce these risks by only investing in EPA-approved brands. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all manufacturers operating in the United States to seek approval before their pesticides can enter the American market.

The EPA pesticide approval process is an effort to protect the environment and American consumers from unnecessary exposure to dangerous chemicals found in pesticides. To further enhance these safety protocols, we do not permit our exterminators to treat ant-infested homes that are occupied with humans and/or animals.

What Can I Do To Prevent Ants From Infiltrating My Home In The Future?

We suggest taking advantage of our professional ant prevention service. We combine routine visual inspections with or without intermediate treatment. We also suggest the transition from manufacturing packaging, such as paperboard and thin plastic bags, to glass or BPA-free storage containers with lids.

In the meantime, you should start by attacking your home’s vulnerable pest barrier. Utilize a waterproof silicone to fill all potential ant access points into your home. This will help prevent ant infiltration in the future.

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