Living in the valley, we get used to long, dry summers. But when the rainy season finally hits, many homeowners ask us the same logical question: “Is there any point…
Why Carpenter Ants Are Bad For Your Home's Structure
Ants are regarded as one of the most irritating pests around the world. They are very small, come in groups, and can easily reach places you thought would be pest-free.…
Ants are a widespread home pest. With over 1,000 types of ants in the U.S., most households may encounter an ant infestation at some point. Nobody loves sharing space with…
Argentine ants (Linepithema humile), are an invasive species native to South America that got to other parts of the world such as in the United States. The spread of this…
What Makes Argentine Ants Such Successful Invaders?
Argentine ants (Linepithema humile) are dark brown ants from South America that have found their way to various countries, including countries in North America. Argentine ants are known to be…
Invasive ant species are introduced populations that can successfully displace native ant species from their habitats. It's always a good idea to identify invasive species because a lack of discrimination…
Argentine ants (Linepithema humile) are an invasive ant species from South America. Millions of ants of this kind are said to be brought to other parts of the world including…
Argentine ants are some of the most stubborn and resilient ant infestations you can encounter. Their colonies can span your entire building, and they can multiply astonishingly fast. They're extremely…
The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists Argentine ants or the Linepithema Humile as one of the 100 most invasive species in the world. These ants can multiply quickly…
Argentine Ants vs Fire Ants: What's The Difference?
Ant infestations are challenging to deal with because homeowners have to know what type of ant is in their home before finding the best ways to eliminate them. But ant…
Argentine ants are one of the most difficult pests to get rid of in a property because they quickly re-colonize after just a few days. One of the most effective…
Carpenter ants are some of the most common insect colonies you can encounter in the United States. These ants usually measure around ¼ to ½ inches in length and can…
Carpenter ants are one of the most common ant species you can encounter in the United States, and they can be difficult to manage if they've grown into a mature…
Everything You Need to Know About Using Ant Bait in Your Pantry
Ants form colonies that may consist of hundreds to millions and have a highly organized social structure. The colonies consist of a queen, the soldiers who are guarding the queen,…
Ant species are small, social insects that usually sting and live mostly in a complex colony with one or more breeding queens. Ants are quite common insects, but they do…
It can be challenging to eliminate an ant infestation. It is always simpler to handle an ant dilemma when catching it before it becomes an entire ant colony. When dealing…
What is The Best Pet-Safe Ant Bait For Homes with Cats & Dogs?
Ants are pesky insects that can be tough to get out of the household, especially during the summer and spring. Seeing a trail of ants everywhere is sure to drive…
Odorous house ants (OHA) don't smell bad; however, they smell like rotten coconuts when squashed. There is a distinction in their bodies which is often mistaken with Argentine worker ants,…
Carpenter Ant Frass Vs. Termite Frass: What's the Difference?
Insects like carpenter ants and termites don't just damage your homes. During an infestation, they also leave behind frass, which is droppings and feces that usually resemble sawdust or wood…
Once the thermometer begins to climb to the high 80s and 90s in our Greater Sacramento pest control region, ant season will have arrived. Ants are not only one of…
