Treating fire ant mounds and yards, and stopping indoor ant trails by targeting the colony, not just the ants you see.
Fire ants
Fire ant mounds pop up after rain in lawns, along driveways and around foundations. Their stings burn and can cause serious reactions in some people and pets. Treating individual mounds helps short term; broadcast yard treatments combined with mound treatments give longer control.
Ants inside the house
- Odorous house ants: trails along counters; a rotten-coconut smell when crushed
- Pavement ants: small piles of sand along slab cracks
- Carpenter ants: large black ants and sawdust near damp wood
Sprays kill the ants you see but leave the colony. Baits that workers carry back are usually more effective.
Keeping ants out
- Trim plants away from the house
- Seal gaps around doors, windows and pipes
- Wipe up sugary spills and keep pet food sealed
Questions
Do fire ant treatments last?
Yard treatments can give months of control, but new colonies move in from neighboring land, so ongoing treatment is common.
Are fire ant stings dangerous?
Most cause painful pustules. Anyone with signs of a severe allergic reaction needs emergency care.
Ant & Fire Ant Control around Waxahachie
Calls for ant & fire ant control connect with independent providers in Waxahachie (ZIP 75165, 75167) and nearby towns:
