Ant & Fire Ant Control in Waco, TX
Ants are among the most common pest calls in Central Texas. Fire ants in the yard sting children and pets; other ants march in from outside looking for food and water.
Request pest controlFire ants in the yard
Mounds often appear after rain. Broadcast baits treat the whole yard and reach colonies you can't see; mound treatments deal with individual nests quickly. Many homeowners use both.
Ants indoors
Trails along counters, baseboards and windows usually lead to an entry point. Baits work better than sprays indoors, because workers carry them back to the colony.
Why sprays can make it worse
Spraying a trail kills the ants you see, but some species respond by splitting into more colonies. A professional chooses products for the type of ant.
Around the foundation
Treating the perimeter and sealing cracks where pipes and wires enter stops many ants getting in.
Pets and play areas
Ask your company which products are used near play areas, gardens and where pets roam, and how long to keep them off.
Learn more
Our guide fire ants in the yard explains what to do and when.
Around the house
Mounds against the foundation or under slabs can lead ants into wall voids and electrical boxes. Tell the company if you've seen ants near outlets or the AC unit.
Lawn care
Healthy, regularly mowed lawns make mounds easier to spot early, before colonies grow large.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to treat fire ants?
- Many treatments work best when ants are actively foraging in mild weather. Your company will advise on timing.
- Will fire ants come back?
- New colonies move in from neighboring land, so yards often need treatment more than once a year.
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