Eliminating Ants From Your Home
They may be small, but ants can cause big problems — including an estimated $20 million in property damage across Canada every year. Left unchecked, they can compromise your home’s structure, contaminate food, and even pose health risks. Most DIY treatments only target the ants you can see. To stop the colony at its source, you need a professional ant exterminator who understands how ants behave and how to get rid of them for good.
Why Ant Control Matters
Ants aren’t just annoying; they can be destructive, contaminate food, and be unsanitary. Some species have the potential to transmit diseases, and others, such as fire ants, are vicious and deadly, making them a threat to your health. The longer they stick around, the harder they are to eliminate. And some species, like the Carpenter, European fire, and Pharaoh ants, are notoriously difficult to get rid of. Don’t wait. Talk to an Lifetime Pest Control Professional ant exterminator today.
Health Risks
- Stings & Reactions: Some ants bite or sting, causing painful welts, inflammation and even headaches or cramps in some people, particularly the European fire ant. The stings are fatal.
- Food Contamination: Ants swarm food sources. Consuming ant-contaminated food can cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Disposal and replacement of contaminated food can be costly.
Property Damage
- Structural Issues: Carpenter ants tunnel through beams, walls and window frames, compromising the structure of your home from the inside out.
- Outdoor Impact: Ant nests in your yard can damage lawns, gardens and landscaping. Fire ants, such as the European fire ant, make it impossible for you to use your outdoor spaces—yards, gardens, and swimming pools —and they devalue property.
- Growing Colonies: Some ants, such as fire ants, carpenter ants, and pharaoh ants, are difficult to control due to the complexity of their colonies and behaviour. Their colonies multiply quickly and are hard to locate, making infestations harder to control without expert help.