Ants play a vital role in our ecosystem. Ants are ecologically important in soil aeration and nutrient recycling as predators and are prey for many other species.
It is estimated that there are approximately 10,000 trillion ants in the world! As a result, they are always looking for food and harborage and invade homes everywhere.
Although ants are seldom involved in disease transmission, their sheer numbers can be overwhelming to homeowners. Ants are one of the top nuisance pests, and most people will encounter ants in the home at some point in the spring and summer. It’s important to take proactive steps to eliminate ants when you first see them and reduce the likelihood of an infestation.
Abell recommends that homeowners follow these tips to stop ants from marching one by one into their homes:
Contact a professional pest control company such as Abell Pest Control for further assistance.