How To Identify The Type Of Ant Infesting Your Monmouth County Home 

One thing we are regularly asked is: how many types of ants are there in Monmouth County? In truth, there are more species in our area than ones that invade homes. The species you should be most concerned about are acrobat ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, Pharaoh ants, carpenter ants, and citronella ants. These species are best identified by their color, size, and the areas in which they live. Most species that live in our area build intricate nests underground, around homes, and then invade homes through gaps and cracks to find food and moisture. Some species will build nests inside wall voids and in other secluded areas indoors to be closer to scavenge food items indoors. Carpenter ants are a bit unique in that they build their nests directly into structural wood. They do, however, need the wood they infest to be softened by moisture, decay, or rot.

Which Ant Is The Most Dangerous Ant In Monmouth County?

Most species of ants are not harmful to human health. Some species that live in our area, however, have a habit of crawling through trash and other dirty areas where they can pick up harmful disease-causing organisms. These organisms are spread onto left-out food, countertops, and other areas where you might touch them. Two sicknesses you might get from having ants indoors are salmonellosis and staphylococcus. 

Ant-Prevention Tips For Monmouth County Homes

What keeps ants away from area homes? Lack of accessibility, limited food sources, and no access to moisture. Here are some practical ways to make your living areas and property less attractive to these pests.

• Wipe down countertops, stoves, and other areas where your prepare food after making a meal or snack.
• Invest in pest-proof trash cans.
• Seal your home’s exterior foundation using a caulking gun or some liquid cement.
• Trim back bushes and branches around your home’s exterior to help keep it dry.
• Remove clutter and debris from your property.
• Keep your living areas as clean as possible.
• Store all of your pet food, leftovers, and pantry items inside air-tight containers.
• Fix leaky piping and fixtures.
• Make sure your gutters are in good working condition.
• Use a dehumidifier indoors.

How To Get Rid Of Ants Permanently In Monmouth County

What gets rid of ants after they get into homes? In our experience, the best way to control these pests is to hire a pest professional. DIY prevention is a great method to deter ants from breaking in but doesn’t work very well to get these pests out after they invade. If you trust the experts at Alliance Pest Services, you will find out just how simple ant pest control can be. To identify which ants are causing problems in and around your Monmouth County home, let us come out and have a look. We will inform you of what species are in and around your home and will give you some ant control solutions to get them out fast and make sure they stay outside where they belong.

Call today to learn more about our ant pest control options.