HOUSE ANT
Facts & Information
A common household pest that forms persistent foraging trails toward food sources.
Family Name
Formicidae
What do house ant look like?
Small, dark, fast-moving insects that travel in visible trails between their nest and a food source, commonly entering kitchens and pantries.
How do I get rid of house ant?
Getting rid of ants is an ongoing process, not a one-time treatment — every home is different, so proper identification matters. ECO Pest Solutions' A.I.M. approach (Assess, Implement, Monitor) designs a tailored ant control program for your home, with follow-up visits to ensure lasting results.
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A common household pest that forms persistent foraging trails toward food sources.
Leaving Trails
Forage along scent trails between nest and food.
Nesting
Can nest indoors in wall voids or outdoors in soil.
Lifespan
Workers live for several weeks to months.
Colonies
A single colony can contain thousands of workers.
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