Ant Control

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Ant Control in Santa Ana, CA

Proudly Serving Customers Across Southern California

Neighborly Pest Control provides ant control services for your home or business that are backed by our pest-free guarantee. We have licensed ant exterminators that offer thorough inspections plus interior and exterior pesticide applications. Our integrated pest management strategy finds the ant colony so we can exterminate the entire problem at once. Call today to have a technician come out for a free estimate!

Why Do I Have Ants?

Ants enter homes in search of shelter from the weather or to find new sources of food or water. In the hot summer months when ant infestations are the most common, ants typically enter the home in search of water sources. This is the reason ants are commonly found in dishwashers, sinks, showers, and around toilets. After finding water, the ants spread out and search for sources of food for the colony. Leaving food containers open and out can lead to an ant infestation. Make sure leftovers are thrown away and excess food is picked up off the floor and counters. Taking out the trash more often can also be helpful in reducing ant populations. It is important to stop ants before they establish trails inside your home. Ants are much more difficult to control once they have established themselves.

Call us today at (949) 990-3851 to learn more about our services!

Ant Exterminators

At Neighborly Pest Control, we have provided over 20 years of service and are knowledgeable in all forms of ant treatment methods. Our integrated pest management (IPM) strategy addresses the problem with multiple solutions, like local treatment and exterior perimeter applications, to ensure that the problem is exterminated.

We know how problematic these bugs can be, with ant queens laying up to 800 eggs in one day. That rate of reproduction ensures that there are enough worker ants to go find food for the rest of the colony. They search long distances for food while leaving pheromone trails to help guide other workers into a home or business. Once it reaches this point, it may be difficult for an individual to treat the problem effectively and efficiently. This is when having a Neighborly pest control technician trained in ant extermination can help save you time, money, and resources. Our goal is to give our technicians the opportunity to identify early signs of ants through regular service and eliminate the ants immediately.

Neighborly guarantees our pest control services, which means that we will return to provide additional service until your pest problem is completely resolved. Our technicians are ready to help you set up your free ant pest control service estimate appointment.

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Why Choose Neighborly Pest Control?

Guaranteed Satisfaction
We stand behind our service with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, ensuring your peace of mind.
Comprehensive Protection
From general pests to termites and bed bugs, we offer complete solutions to keep your property safe.
Customer-First Approach
We prioritize your home or business with friendly, professional service and honest recommendations.
Trusted Expertise
Our licensed and trained technicians deliver reliable pest control solutions backed by years of experience.

Ant Treatments

Neighborly's integrated pest management approach uses a combination of treatment methods designed to ensure complete ant extermination.

Local Spot Treatment – Ants that have found their way inside will be sprayed with a low-toxicity pesticide. This kills ants on the spot while leaving a residue that is toxic for ants to cross. Spraying on ant paths will block ants from following pheromone trails.
Exterior Perimeter Treatment – This exterior spray acts as a barrier to block ants from crossing, so they can’t access your home or business.
Ant Bait Poisons – Bait poison is taken to the colony by workers, which is fed to the colony, causing the colony to collapse from the inside out.

What to Expect From Ant Treatments & Pest Control Service

We not only kill and control your current ants, but also help prevent any future ant outbreaks. We advise that before interior treatment that you clean out the areas under the sink. This is a common area for ants to seek water and hang out undetected, until they are all over the bathroom or kitchen counters. Treating these areas can take out the source of the problem, and having the area prepared will make for a quick and effective treatment. Most ant infestations originate outside. Your technician will point out potential problem areas around the structure as well as any sanitation recommendations that could aid in gaining control. We focus on the perimeter of the home and the outlying areas of the yard. Once interior control is reached, then future services will only be needed to be done on the exterior. Please allow a week to 10 days for the treatment to be effective. Using baits requires help from the ants, meaning they bring the product back to the nest, where it infects the colony, and eventually the colony is wiped out. Neighborly Pest Control offers Monthly, Bi-Monthl,y and one-time ant services with no contract required.

Guaranteed Results

Both the inside and outside of your home are always under warranty. We guarantee your satisfaction between regular scheduled maintenance services. If ants should show up between services, please give us a call. Our protection plan offers our customers peace of mind, knowing they can call us in case of an unforeseen invasion.

Get started with ant control services today by giving us a call at (949) 990-3851!

Common Types Of Ants In Southern California

Argentine Ants

"Black ants" can be found throughout southern California. This non-native species of ant forms large colonies which do not compete with one another, allowing them to take over your property. These ants typically are found inside near sources of food or water during dry or exceptionally wet weather.

Argentine Ant Control

Carpenter Ants

Carpenter Ants get their name because they excavate wood in order to build their nests. Their excavation results in smooth tunnels inside the wood. Carpenter ants range in size from one-quarter inch for a worker ant to up to three-quarters inch for a queen.

Carpenter Ant Control

Red Imported Fire Ants

Fire ants nest in soil and build mound nests. They infest garages and have a very nasty sting. If you have Fire ants on your property, we recommend eliminating them as soon as possible - especially if you are allergic to bees or have small children.

Fire Ant Control

Ant Control FAQs

How do I get rid of ants permanently?

A trained and licensed technician can identify where a colony is to ensure that effective treatment is applied to eliminate the colony and the queen. Removing both is the only real way to get rid of ants completely.

What stops ants from coming into the house?

Laying down a chemical pesticide barrier should deter ants from crossing into your home or business.

How do you kill an ant colony?

Using boiling water with a little dish soap, a water-vinegar mix, boric acid, chemical pesticides, or even heavy watering are all effective ways of destroying an ant colony. That said, if a colony exists, professional help may be needed to collapse a colony safely and effectively.

Why are there ants in my room if there is no food?

Ants are also in constant search for water, so even if there isn’t food, ants may find their way in if they think a moist or damp environment may lead to water.

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