Ant Control in Orange County, NY
Ant control works by eliminating the colony, not just the ants you see on the counter. In the Hudson Valley the most common indoor ants are odorous house ants, pavement ants and carpenter ants — and each one needs a different approach.
Peak season: Spring through early fall
Why spraying the trail doesn't work
Store-bought sprays kill the foragers you see but leave the colony and queen untouched. Some species, like odorous house ants, respond to stress by splitting into more colonies. We use baits and targeted treatments that foragers carry back to the nest.
Common ants in Orange County homes
- Odorous house ants — small, dark, smell like rotten coconut when crushed; love kitchens
- Pavement ants — nest under slabs and walkways; appear in spring along baseboards
- Carpenter ants — large black ants that nest in damp or damaged wood (see Carpenter Ant Control)
- Field ants — mounds in lawns and along foundations
How we treat ants
- Identify the species
- Find trails, entry points and likely nest locations
- Apply baits and non-repellent treatments where the ants travel
- Exterior perimeter treatment to reduce reinvasion
Residential and commercial service
We handle ants for houses, apartments and rentals, and for businesses through our commercial pest control program.
Where we provide ants
Throughout Orange County, NY, including New Windsor, Newburgh, Cornwall, Woodbury, Middletown, Montgomery, plus Fishkill in Dutchess County.
Frequently asked questions
Why do ants come back every spring?
Outdoor colonies survive the winter and resume foraging when it warms up. Perimeter treatment in early spring reduces how many find their way in.
Are ants dangerous?
Most house ants are a nuisance and food-contamination problem. Carpenter ants are the exception because they can damage wood.
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