Nothing’s more intrusive than having an onslaught of ants interrupting your relaxing porch time. The fact that ants are insidious creatures makes them even more difficult to eradicate without the help of the ant control West Palm Beach experts. While most people don’t like the sight of ants scurrying around their homes, only a few are aware of the dangers of having these pests around. Here are some of the reasons why you’ll need to contact an ant control West Palm Beach company as soon as possible:
Did you know that carpenter ants can cause as much damage to the foundation of your home as termites would? Carpenter ants target the hollow areas in already weakened wood to create their nests in. They don’t actually eat the wood – they only tunnel through it. One of the signs of a carpenter ant infestation is the sight of wood shavings under a wood surface or the sound of light rustling in the walls.
Fire ants pose a potential health risk because of their fearsome bites and stings. A bite that’s not properly cleaned or cared for causes the skin to become irritated and infected. In case you’re not aware, ant stings are different from ant bites. When fire ants bite, they inject venom with their stingers. While the sting causes pain and discomfort, the venom can be potentially life-threatening to victims. Symptoms that include diarrhea, stomach cramps, chest pain, dizziness, nausea, and difficulty breathing may indicate a severe allergic reaction to the venom.
Other pests including the black widow and the brown recluse spider find ants appealing and would most likely enter and stay in your home should they find them there. Other pests that find ants irresistible are the vampire bats and the Brazilian free-tailed bat.
It’s best to let the ant control West Palm Beach experts handle the situation. Contact O’Hara Pest Control today to schedule an inspection!