You wouldn’t believe it with Toronto’s freezing winter temperatures, but spring is just around the corner. Before you know it, you’ll be throwing your doors and windows open to let fresh air in while melodic bird’s songs drift through your home. Sounds pretty idyllic, right? Wrong! While spring may be lovely, there are plenty of pests that come out to play at that time of year and while it may seem distant, it’s important to get on ahead of these pests so you can outsmart them so they don’t stand a chance of messing with you.
Ants are one of spring’s most popular pests and they’re headed for your home. Arm yourself with education by brushing up on the types of ants you’re likely to see around your house and yard.
Pavement Ants
- Pavement ants are the classic ants that come to mind when you think of these little critters. They’re black or brown, have a body with three sections, and long legs that would make any supermodel jealous.
- They are known for nesting under pavement or in walls, under floors, or in cracks around the foundation of your home.
- They have a healthy appetite that rivals your teenage kids’ and includes any common household foods.
Carpenter Ants
- Carpenter ants are one of the worst pests to have because they are very difficult to get rid of. They definitely require a professional Toronto ant exterminator.
- They bore through wood to find food which can lead to major structural damage in your home if you don’t catch them right away.
- They are attracted to wet, rotting wood like dead trees or piles of firewood.
- Seeing wood that is full of tiny holes or little piles of sawdust are telltale signs of carpenter ants.
- They have a sweet tooth and love anything sticky or syrupy, as well as meats. Think a burger with a milkshake on the side.
Pharaoh Ants
- They are identifiable by their lighter color which is anywhere from light brown to yellowish.
- Their small size allows them to nest in any crack or crevice around your home. They are often found in warm areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
- They love meat and other protein-rich food but also eat cereals and grains. After all, a good diet is all about balance and moderation.
Ants are more than just a nuisance to your spring picnic, especially when they take up residence in your walls or your foundation and start to do serious damage. Keep ants at bay by keeping food stored in tightly sealed containers, cleaning up spills and trash areas, and by keeping your yard free from dead trees and wet wood.
This spring, just say ‘no’ to ants. For professional help with your ant problem, give us a call at 647-708-7378 or get in touch online and we’ll be there right away to rain on their parade. We have the skills, the tools, and the ability to stay one step ahead of these small but mighty critters so you can enjoy an ant-free spring and summer this year.
