Ants are omnivores and eat just about everything, including sap, plants, and other living or dead insects. They will also have a field day with human food.

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How To Get Rid of Ants

Q: How do I keep ants out of the house?

You can do your best to keep ants out of the house by storing food in airtight containers and sealing cracks and gaps where ants may be getting inside your home. Your Orkin Pro will identify the ants causing problems and tailor the control program to help protect your home from ant activity.

Q: How do I keep ants out of the yard?

By destroying aphids and other sap-sucking vermin, ants will be less attracted to your yard. Also, pouring boiling water down evident ant colony holes may help. Removing yard debris and items that cover the ground will help reduce ant habitats.

Q: What are ants attracted to?

Ants are attracted to warm spaces where they can build their colony while still being near abundant food sources, moisture and protect the nest indoors or outdoors.

Q: How do exterminators get rid of ants?

There are a variety of strategies an exterminator can use to get rid of ants in walls, window frames, and other hot spots in your house. Connect with an Orkin Pro to create an effective ants treatment plan for your home.

Q: How much does an exterminator cost for ants?

The cost of an ants exterminator varies depending on the pest control treatment plan. Get a free quote and contact your local Orkin Branch Office to request a comprehensive pest inspection from an Orkin Pro.

Orkin Pros are trained to diagnose and treat ant problems. Because every home is different, they work with you to design a unique program for your situation.

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The Science

Risks of Ants

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Food Contamination

Ants may carry and transmit bacterial and fungal organisms that are serious disease pathogens and can be spread around your food or pantry.

Property Damage

Acrobat ants and carpenter ants build their nests in damp or decaying wood. Homes with moisture issues are prime targets for carpenter ants.

Harmful Bites and Stings

Ants can bite when they feel threatened, and a person who is highly allergic to wasp and bee stings may also be allergic to ant stings.

Our Approach

Ant Control Tailored To You

Every home is unique, and so are our treatments for getting rid of ants in your space.

The Orkin Approach

Investigate

We’ll inspect your home from top to bottom, inside and out, for current or potential ant problems and other pests.

Protect

Our ant exterminators will treat the perimeter of your structure with the appropriate materials, remove all accessible spiderwebs and wasp nests, and use the safest methods available.

Fortify

We’ll do everything we can to keep insects out—seal, caulk, plug, and secure gaps and cracks.

Keep Watch

We’ll treat the interior of your home and install pest monitors in critical areas such as kitchens, baths, utility rooms, and garages.

Report

Ant exterminators from Orkin always provide a detailed report of services rendered and recommendations to help keep your home free of pests.

Follow Up

We’ll stay in touch between our regularly scheduled visits and respond to any immediate needs.

Custom Treatment

Ant Control Made Personal

Every ant infestation is unique, and so are our ant treatments tailored to fit your situation.

Thorough Inspection

An Orkin Pro will make a thorough inspection of your property, locating the ant development sites and nests.

Ant Treatments

Ant treatment may include a combination of insecticides and other products for use in the ant's nesting sites and places where they are active.

Prevent Ants From Returning

Orkin Pros will recommend sealing entry points, cracks and crevices if they discover ant activity both outside and inside your home.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I keep ants out of the house?

What do ants eat?

How do I keep ants out of the yard?

What are ants attracted to?

How do exterminators get rid of ants?

How much does an exterminator cost for ants?

Resources

Ants Home Protection

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What to Know About DIY Boric Acid Ant Killer Methods

How to Use Boric Acid to Control Carpenter Ants

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Since my initial Orkin service one week ago, my ant problem has gotten worse. The ants are in the kitchen now, where initially they were not. What can be done to keep the ants at bay while waiting for extra service?