Hit the Pavement and Get Out of My House.

You may have wanted to say that to certain humans, but you definitely want to convey that message to pavement ants in your Chicagoland home.  Pavement ants are one of the most common species in the U.S…so common, in fact, they are often not viewed as much of a nuisance…until they invade your world, that is!

Here are some of the characteristics of the pavement ant –

1.  They are about 1/8 to 1/16th inch long.

2.  They have grooves on their head and thorax.

3.  Their stinger is in their last abdominal segment.

4.  Queens have wings and are twice as large as the workers.

Now, the important information…how to get them out of your environment.  The answer, as usual, is A Complete Pest Solution specializing in the extermination of ants and other critters that invade Chicagoland in the summer.  If you have an ant problem, call A Complete Pest Solution immediately at (630) 464-1542.

The Invasion is About to Begin.

Many wars have been decided because of a lack of that knowledge.  This year you will be armed and dangerous when the invasion begins.  Spring means more daylight and blooming flowers. The downside is that it may also mean unwelcome visitors in your home. As the temperatures begin to rise, many insects come out and take refuge in your house.

To properly prepare for the 2020 annual ant invasion wipe down counters, sweep floors, and clean up spills to reduce potential ant food sources and make baits more effective.  Vacuum thoroughly to eliminate crumbs, even tiny crumbs you can't see. And, above all store food in pest-proof containers.

Yes, they are about to arrive in Chicagoland as winter gives way to spring.  To prepare yourself for these and other multi-legged invaders keep this phone number handy (630) 464-1542.  That will get you in touch with one of Chicagoland’s best pest control companies…A Complete Pest Solution.  Prepare for the invasion!

It’s Time for a Visit from your Ant.

For some of us that would be good news, but note the spelling above.  Your mom’s sister may be visiting but so are thousands of ANTS that invade the homes of Chicagoland.  Ant activity indoors may actually decrease in winter, but observing ant swarmers or foragers during the cold weather months may indicate that an ant colony exists somewhere inside your home.

Here are some types that are looking for food and shelter –

1.  Carpenter ants…known to feed on kitchen scraps

2.  The odorous house ant…it is called that because of an unpleasant odor when it’s crushed

3.  Pavement ants…generally slower moving

4.  The Pharaoh ant…found sometimes where there are many people.  They feed on blood!

Ants, ants, and more ants…they will only multiply unless they are stopped immediately.  To do that, call A Complete Pest Solution serving Chicagoland’s pest extermination needs for decades.  Turn to the professionals at A Complete Pest Solution when ants or any other unwanted multi-legged creatures invade your home.  Just call (630) 464-1542.