When it comes to pests it might surprise you to know how many species actually exist. Most people will call for pest control services to tell them that they have cockroaches. The problem is that there are several species of cockroaches that might be plaguing your home such as German cockroaches, American cockroaches and Oriental cockroaches. Another pest that people call about will be ants. The amount of ant species that you may come across are even more. They are each distinct and are unique in the way they present themselves and the way that they look. It is a good idea to know what types of ants you might be dealing with. The best way to do that is to get to know the difference between a few.
A Five Star Termite & Pest Control Outlines the Differences Between Fire Ants & Carpenter Ants
Carpenter Ant Identification: There are many species of ants that could infest your home. Many of them are similar but there is one that has a different need. The carpenter ant is the one of the ants that is a real problem for homeowners. Most ants are looking for foods to eat which is only part of what the carpenter ant is after. The carpenter ant is a pest that will get in the walls and other exposed wood where they will start to tunnel. They will chew through the wood to make the paths that the colony will use. In the end this means damage to your home and the wood products such as your deck and wood paneling. When the wood becomes damaged it can become unstable and will need to be repaired. The carpenter ant is usually two shades of color with a reddish colored head and a black body. You want to make sure that you have your home treated right away if you suspect carpenter ants.
Fire Ant Bites: The fire ant is a pest that won’t cause damage to your home but can be a real nuisance. The ants are best known for their bite. If you are bitten the sting is said to feel much like fire burning in the area. If you come across the fire ants without noticing them you may be bitten several times. The bites can be painful but are not harmful in most instances. The ants are often red in color but there are some species that are black. The most common sign is the large anthill that is being formed. They are very protective of their nest and will go after anything that gets in the path.
How to Get Rid of Ants: You want to make sure you are dealing with ants in a very particular way. If you do not deal with them properly you will only make them mad. The best way is to make sure that you are treating them at the source. A professional pest control service will have the right technique as well as treatment to get rid of them and keep them out of your house.
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