{"id":279139,"date":"2025-06-07T10:37:47","date_gmt":"2025-06-07T10:37:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/how-to-stop-ants-from-invading-your-home-this-summer\/"},"modified":"2025-06-07T10:37:47","modified_gmt":"2025-06-07T10:37:47","slug":"how-to-stop-ants-from-invading-your-home-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=279139","title":{"rendered":"How to Stop Ants from Invading Your Home This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"577\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94298237 BCX4\">Summer is a time for sunshine, backyard gatherings, and fresh air<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94298237 BCX4\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94298237 BCX4\">but it is also when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW94298237 BCX4\">ants seem to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94298237 BCX4\"> appear everywhere.\u00a0<\/span>If you have spotted a trail of tiny invaders marching through your kitchen or along your patio, you are not alone. Many Midwest homeowners find themselves asking the same question this time of year: How can I <strong>keep<\/strong> ants out of my home?<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"692\">Let\u2019s break it down, from why ants become so active in warm weather to when it is time to call in a professional.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"692\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1081763106.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15298 size-et-pb-portfolio-module-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1081763106-510x382.jpg\" alt=\"ants on empty plate\" width=\"510\" height=\"382\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"742\">Why Are Ants So Active in Warm Weather?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1072\">Ants thrive in summer for one main reason. Warmer temperatures boost their energy and trigger foraging behavior. Their colonies become more active as the soil warms up, and they begin searching for food and water. Midwest humidity and occasional rain make the conditions even more ideal for activity around and inside your home.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1265\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">Food crumbs, standing water, and pet bowls<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> on the ground<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> can turn your kitchen into a hotspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> for foraging ants<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">. Once a few ants find <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> good<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">food<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">source, they leave a scent trail<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> with chemicals called <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\">pheromones<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW182533696 BCX4\"> that leads the rest of the colony straight to it.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW182533696 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"218\">Most Common Ants in the Midwest<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"390\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\">To understand how to keep ants out of your home, it helps to know what kind of ants you might be dealing with. While some ants are simply a nuisance, others can cause costly damage if left untreated<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\">.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\">Identifying<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\"> which type of ant has made its way into<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\"> or around<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\"> your home is the first step to understanding <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\">an ant infestation and how<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW167637572 BCX4\"> it should be addressed.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW167637572 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"\" data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"451\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW191814030 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW191814030 BCX4\">The Four Most Common Ants in our Service Area Include:<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"644\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1447041361-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15293 size-medium\" alt=\"odorous house ant on fruit\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1447041361-2-300x200.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15293 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1447041361-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"odorous house ant on fruit\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"644\"><strong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"475\">Odorous House Ants<\/strong><br data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"478\"\/><span class=\"TextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\">These small ants are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\">dark brown<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\"> or black in color. When crushed,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\"> these ants release a strong odor, giving them their name. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/pest\/odorous-house-ant\/\">Odorous house <\/a><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\">ants<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\"> commonly enter homes in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\"> the summer in<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\"> search of sweet <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed GrammarErrorHighlight SCXW8446171 BCX4\">foods<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8446171 BCX4\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW8446171 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"794\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-2165003746.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15294 size-medium\" alt=\"pavement ants in the ground\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-2165003746-300x200.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15294 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-2165003746-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"pavement ants in the ground\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"794\"><strong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"663\">Pavement Ants<\/strong><br data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\/><span class=\"TextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\">These small, dark ants are typically found under concrete structures ar<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\">ou<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\">nd a home and especially like to nest under the cracks of sidewalks.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\"> When nesting, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/pest\/pavement-ant\/\">pavement ants<\/a> make <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\">donut-shaped mounds out of displaced soil. Pavement ants will <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55315999 BCX4\">commonly forage for greasy, as well as sweet foods in a home.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW55315999 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"967\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-506798082.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-15295\" alt=\"carpenter ants chewing on rotten wood\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-506798082-300x200.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-15295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-506798082-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"carpenter ants chewing on rotten wood\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"967\"><strong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"814\">Carpenter Ants<\/strong><br data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"817\"\/><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/pest\/carpenter-ant\/\">Carpenter ants<\/a> are much larger than most of the ants we see in the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\">Midwest and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\"> are capable of causing structural damage due to their habit of nesting in wood.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\">Carpenter ants <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\">aren\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\"> eating <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\">this <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW97909284 BCX4\">wood<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW97909284 BCX4\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW97909284 BCX4\"> but<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\"> instead hollow it out to create nesting areas. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97909284 BCX4\">A telltale hint of a carpenter ant infestation is the presence of sawdust around these wooden parts of a structure.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW97909284 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1138\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1249648592.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-15296\" alt=\"pharaoh ants looking for food\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1249648592-300x200.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-15296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-1249648592-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"pharaoh ants looking for food\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1138\"><strong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"983\">Pharaoh Ants<\/strong><br data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\/><span class=\"TextRun SCXW94814213 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94814213 BCX4\">These small, golden-colored ants are very commonly found in structures where lots of people are (hospitals, dorms, apartment buildings).<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94814213 BCX4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/pest\/pharaoh-ant-control\/\">Pharaoh ants<\/a> are attracted to and prefer to nest in warm, humid spaces in a structure. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW94814213 BCX4\">These ants forage for both greasy and sweet foods to eat.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW94814213 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1138\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">Odorous house ants, pavement ants, and pharaoh ants <\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">have multiple queens in a colony and can engage in a behavior called <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">budding<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">This is where one queen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">, accompanied by workers,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\"> will leave the nest to create her own colony<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32937537 BCX4\">This can be an issue when trying to control these ant species.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32937537 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2147\">How to Keep Ants Out of Your Home<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-940184998.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15297 size-et-pb-portfolio-module-image\" alt=\"ants in the house\" width=\"510\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-940184998-510x382.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15297 size-et-pb-portfolio-module-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/iStock-940184998-510x382.jpg\" alt=\"ants in the house\" width=\"510\" height=\"382\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2330\">Keeping ants out of your home begins with prevention. By changing a few everyday habits and taking a closer look at your home\u2019s exterior, you can make it far less inviting for ants.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2370\">Here are some practical steps to take:<\/h4>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2485\"><strong data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2396\">Seal cracks and gaps<\/strong><br data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2399\"\/><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW190457563 BCX4\">Inspect windows, door frames, baseboards, and your home\u2019s foundation for entry points<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW190457563 BCX4\"> like cracks or gaps<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW190457563 BCX4\"> and seal when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW190457563 BCX4\">appropriate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW190457563 BCX4\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2589\"><strong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2514\">Keep your kitchen clean<\/strong><br data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2517\"\/><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74911540 BCX4\">Wipe down surfaces, sweep crumbs, and store food in airtight containers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74911540 BCX4\"> to make your home less attractive to hungry, foraging ants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2702\"><strong data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2620\">Address moisture problems<\/strong><br data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2623\"\/><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30706615 BCX4\">Fix leaky pipes, empty pet water bowls daily, and use a dehumidifier if needed<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30706615 BCX4\"> to control moisture in your home and make it less inviting to ants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2814\"><strong data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2732\">Take out trash regularly<\/strong><br data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2735\"\/>Ensure both indoor and outdoor bins have tight-fitting lids and are kept clean.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2932\"><strong data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2839\">Trim outdoor plants<\/strong><br data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2842\"\/><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\">Keep bushes and tree limbs from touching your home, as ants<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\"> can<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\"> use them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\">as a pathway when foraging, allowing them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\">to find <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\">those <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130887102 BCX4\">entry points.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3086\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW60554900 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60554900 BCX4\">Even with these practices in place, ants may still get inside\u2014especially if a large nest is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW60554900 BCX4\">nearby<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60554900 BCX4\"> or if your home offers ideal conditions for survival.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW60554900 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3119\">Why DIY Doesn\u2019t Work<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3345\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">There are plenty of do-it-yourself solutions that promise to solve <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW210614751 BCX4\">ant<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\"> problems, but they often only address what you can see. Over-the-counter sprays and traps may kill visible ants, but they rarely reach the colony itself. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">In some cases, DIY treatments can actually make things worse by causing ants to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">engage in budding behavior and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">split into multiple nests.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\"> Without <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">eliminating<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\"> the source, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">an ant problem might return<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\"> or get even worse<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210614751 BCX4\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW210614751 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3549\">When to Call a Pro<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3753\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\">If you are seeing ants in multiple areas of your home, noticing large numbers daily, or spotting signs like sawdust piles from carpenter ants, it may be time to contact a licensed pest control provider. Professionals can properly <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\">identify<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\"> the species, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\">locate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW225913622 BCX4\"> the nest, and apply targeted treatments that remove the entire colony. They will also help you put preventive measures in place to reduce the risk of future infestations.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW225913622 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"4008\" data-end=\"4211\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\">Ants may be small, but they can create a major nuisance during <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW75711849 BCX4\">summer<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\"> months. By understanding their behavior and taking proactive steps, you can take control and learn <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\">how to keep ants out of your home. If <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW75711849 BCX4\">ant<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\"> problems <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\">persist<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75711849 BCX4\">, it is best to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rosepestcontrol.com\/contact\/\">seek help from a trusted professional<\/a> who can ensure the issue is handled thoroughly and safely.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW75711849 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is a time for sunshine, backyard gatherings, and fresh air, but it is also when ants seem to appear everywhere.\u00a0If you have spotted a trail of tiny invaders marching through your kitchen or along your patio, you are not alone. 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