29 Dec 2022
Fire Ants

When fire ants attack!

They’re called fire ants because of their stings. That’s probably an exaggeration: While people can feel a little twinge from a stinging ant, it’s hardly like being burned with fire. But the aftereffects can be uncomfortable for anyone unlucky enough to disturb a nest and feel the swarm’s wrath. The most severe problem is allergic […]

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31 Jul 2012

Know Your Ants: Common Florida Ants

The University of Florida, working with Florida structural pest control employees, found that each of the three most common Florida ants species of pest ant caused 14% of submitted pest complaints. From spreading disease to destroying crops, the sighting of any of these three species is a harbinger of potential disaster. Ghost Ant (Tapinoma melanocephalum) […]

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15 May 2012

The Difference Between Fire, Sugar and Carpenter Ants

Ants are the most common pest you’ll see in and around your home, and are hard to control. They are anywhere you can find water and food, and not only a nuisance but depending on the ant can contaminate food, damage lawns and wood, and even yourself. The biggest issue is that the ant colony, […]

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