Ants are a year round pest in Georgia as well as other parts of the country, but as the weather cools off and rain comes in, they can seek refuge indoors- in your home. The two most popular species are Argentine ants and carpenter ants.
Argentine Ants
- Light brown to dark brown in color, shiny
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- Grow to about 1/16-1/4” in length
- Create pheromone trails to leads other ants to food sources
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- Like sugary things and other foods in our homes
- Nest in mulch (especially pine straw), leaf litter, compost piles, rotted logs, and under rocks, patio stones and potted plants
- Move to structures at the onset of cooler weather and can build nests which contain thousands of ants
Carpenter Ants
- Black bodies with reddish legs
- About 5/8” in length
- Build colonies in wood, but don’t feed on it; prefer sugary foods, insects, plants and meat fats
Photo- carpenter ants found in a home behind insulation.
An ant infestation that is not resolved quickly can result in costly damage repair.
If you have an ant problem in your home, contact a professional today.
Skyline Pest Solutions
770-844-6440
