Ants may seem like more of a nuisance than a danger, but they can carry bacteria that can make the members of your household ill. An ant infestation can easily get out of control, making it important to know how to recognize the signs of an ant problem. When your home or business has an ant infestation in Sacramento and the surrounding areas, get in touch with Direct Hit Pest Control.

Signs of an Ant Infestation
The most obvious sign of an infestation is the presence of ants. Spotting just a few ants can be a sign there are more to come. Ants will find sources of food and leave a pheromone trail for the others to follow. You may see a line of ants marching toward or away from your home. If you notice small piles of sawdust in or around your home, you likely have Carpenter ants, which are one of the most prevalent ant species in the Sacramento area. Carpenter ants burrow in wood, so look for signs near wood flooring, wooden beams, and window ledges. 

Ant presence can also be found outside. Check your yard for small piles of dirt or soil that appear out of place. If you see a pile in an otherwise undisturbed patch of grass or garden, it could be an ant nest. Visually look for ants, but be sure not to touch the pile since it could disturb and anger the ants.

Prevent an Ant Infestation
Once an ant colony has established itself on your property, getting rid of the problem yourself is a challenge. To prevent ants from infesting your home or business in the first place, follow these steps:

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  Don’t leave food out and dispose of food waste immediately. 
• Clean up food and beverage spills right away. 
• Keep any leftover food in tightly-sealed containers. 
• Avoid leaving dirty dishes on counters or in the sink overnight.
• Seal gaps around windows and doors.
• Regularly mow your lawn, and remove dead tree limbs and branches away from your home.

Pest Control in Sacramento
Don’t let an ant infestation become too big to handle. Direct Hit Pest Control provides professional residential and commercial pest control in Sacramento, Rio Linda, and the surrounding California communities. Our team has more than 30 years of pest control experience, giving us the knowledge and know-how to provide the highest quality services. We routinely help our clients with insect infestation and prevention. If something unwanted is living in your trees, yard, or under your roof, it’s best to let a professional pest control technician remove it so you don’t put yourself at risk of bites or other injuries To request an estimate or more information about pest control in Sacramento, give our friendly team a call at (916) 992-6870 today.