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Worcester Fast Facts About Pavement Ants in Homes

Are Pavement Ants in Your House?

Pavement ants can be a nuisance when they emerge from their ground nests and enter homes in search of food. They are called “pavement ants” because they tend to live beneath areas such as cellar slabs, driveways, brick or stone patios, sidewalks, as well as in and under organic hiding places, such as logs and in mulch. If your home has pavement ants, call in the extermination professionals at Ford's Hometown Services (FHS).

Identifying Pavement Ants

The nests of pavement ants can be easily identified – they tend to push up little mounds of sand and soil as they excavate their tunnels. Often you will notice these mounds of sand and dirt between cracks in pavement and patio blocks. A typical pavement ant colony has between 3,000 and 5,000 ants, while a large colony could harbor as many as several tens of thousands of pavement ants.

In addition to identifying pavement ants by their distinctive mounds of sand and soil, you can differentiate them from other common ants such as carpenter ants by their brownish-black color and tiny size – often no more than 1/10 to 1/16 of an inch in length. Pavement ant legs and antennae tend to be pale-colored, and if you look at them under a magnifying glass, you will notice their antennae have twelve segments and there are parallel lines on the head and body, or thorax.

Pavement ants are sometimes mistaken for termites, but they do look different – pavement ants have a narrow waist, while termites have a uniformly thicker body and are much larger. Also, termites have straight antennae while pavement ants have antennae that are “elbowed.”

Getting Rid of Pavement Ants

Dealing with pavement ant colonies, known for extensive networks under pavements, sidewalks, and foundations, can be challenging. They are not only a nuisance but can also cause structural issues over time. Enlisting professionals like Ford's Hometown Services is recommended for effective management. Their licensed technicians, experienced in pest control, conduct a detailed inspection to identify and assess pavement ant colonies. Using advanced methods and environmentally responsible solutions, they target the heart of the colonies to reduce the likelihood of re-infestation. Expertise in ant behavioral patterns allows for tailored treatments. Ford's Hometown Services ensures quick and effective resolution, emphasizing customer satisfaction and a pest-free environment.

If you suspect you have pavement ants and need removal services, keep in mind that these colonies can be very difficult to locate and oftentimes even harder to eliminate. For you do-it-yourselfers, be careful as over-the-counter products sometimes scatter a single colony into many colonies. Call in the professionals at FHS. Located in Worcester, we have been serving Central Mass for decades and offer:

Licensed professionals: At FHS, we staff licensed, experienced technicians. We can quickly determine if pavement ant colonies are present and can eliminate your problem quickly and efficiently.
Deep expertise: Our team has decades of experience dealing with pests. These ants are sometimes mistaken for termites, but they do look different as termites have a uniformly thicker body and are much larger. Also, termites have straight beaded antennae with two body segments while pavement ants have antennae that are “elbowed” and have three body segments. If you think you have ants or any other pest, our team can help identify your issue and create a plan of attack.
Top-notch service: FHS customers love our focus on customer service. When you call, you’ll talk to a real person on the phone who can help answer all of your questions.

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