Ant Control in North Andover area

Ants have colonized almost every landmass on the planet. They are capable of adapting to nearly any environment. Four of the most common ants found in North Andover are carpenter ants, acrobat ants, odorous house ants and pavement ants. On average, these ants live for about one to two months. Ant colonies usually only have one queen. Depending on the size of the colony there may be times when there is more than one queen. The colonies can range in size from a few dozen to millions of individuals. Ant colonies can occupy large areas such as a back yard or beneath the foundation of a house.

Finding Ants in your home

Ants are one of the most common household pests. Even if a person keeps everything as neat as a pin, they may still end up with an infestation. While most ants build nests in the ground, there are times when they may build in places we wouldn't think about. Nests have been found under counter-tops and behind the moldings and baseboards of homes. Ants can infest food and weaken the wood in buildings. They become a bigger nuisance when they infest electrical circuits and equipment. They can short out power boxes, damage air conditioners, electric well pumps and computers. They are also dangerous to small children and people who have impaired movement.

Though there are some good home remedies for controlling these pests, they may not be as thorough as a professional pest control service. Contacting a professional to help deal with an infestation is the best option. Pest control professionals have more knowledge and more experience with eliminating a serious ant problem. They know the safest ways to get rid of the ants. They use as few chemicals as possible in an effort to preserve the environment without sacrificing effectiveness. They have equipment that is specialized for use in getting rid of pests of all kinds. After they have treated a home, they will use several tactics to prevent the ants from returning.

Hiring a Professional in North Andover

Ants are not our enemy. While outdoors they do not bother us as they work industriously to feed their young and build their nests. Ant problems only occur when they come into an environment where humans live. Pest control is not a form of warfare. It is simply a tool that helps keep the ants away from our homes.  When your home is overrun by ants, be sure to give us a call.  We'd be more than