Table of Contents
- 1 GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENTS
- 2 TIPS TO AVOID GHOST ANTS
- 3 How much does a Ghost Ant Treatment Cost?!
- 4 SCHEDULE YOUR GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENT TODAY!
- 5 WHAT GETS TREATED DURING A GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENT?
- 6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS; Ghost Ant Control
- 6.1 What do Ghost Ants eat?
- 6.2 What diseases can Ghost Ants spread?
- 6.3 Should I use a bait to help with Ghost Ant Control?
- 6.4 Are my plants and trees a contributing factor to my Ghost Ant problem?
- 6.5 Can I be home during the Ghost Ant Treatment?
- 6.6 How long after the service should I wait to let my dog out?
- 6.7 Having trouble getting rid of ghost ants with Terro liquid ant bait? Here are three possible reasons why:
- 7 Cities And Towns We Provide Ghost Ant Control Service
- 8 RELATED LINKS
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Ghost ants (Tapinoma melanocephalum), or sugar ants are a very common pest in Brevard and Indian River Counties. These Florida pests are tiny, black & clear ants 1.3-1.5 mm in length. They are named for their translucent bodies, which make them look ghostly.
They are a nuciance; but, we can often eliminate them in 1 day!
GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENTS
We control Ghost Ants through a combination of spraying and baits.
Our Ghost Ant Service focuses on the root cause of your ant problem and targets their favorite nesting sites. We spray the tops of palm trees and all the trees/plants/bushes around your home. We treat any rotted spots in trees. A barrier is established around your home.
Baits may also be utilized inside your home because sometimes Ghost Ants can access homes through plumbing and electrical service which can bypass the barrier around your home.
TIPS TO AVOID GHOST ANTS
- Keep your home dry. Ghost ants are attracted to moisture, so it is important to keep your home dry. This means fixing any leaks or moisture problems, and ventilating damp areas.
- Remove any food sources. Ghost ants are attracted to food, so it is important to remove any food sources from your home. This includes keeping food in sealed containers, and cleaning up any spills or crumbs immediately.
- Seal up any cracks or holes. Ghost ants can enter your home through small cracks or holes. It is important to seal up any cracks or holes in your home’s foundation, walls, and windows.
- Trim tree branches away from your home. Ghost ants can use tree branches to reach your home. It is important to trim tree branches away from your home so that ants cannot reach your home using them.
- Keep your home dry. Ghost Ants are attracted to high moisture areas.
- Seal up cracks & holes. Ghost ants will enter your home through small cracks or holes. Seal up any cracks or holes in your home’s foundation, walls, and windows.
- Remove food sources. Consider sealing food items that get left out.
How much does a Ghost Ant Treatment Cost?!
Ghost/Sugar Ant treatments start at $249.00. If your square footage is greater than 2’400 feet or you have an excessive amount of plants touching your house; you’re price may increase.
We also offer treatments for Fire Ants and Carpenter Ants!
SCHEDULE YOUR GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENT TODAY!
Call or text us at 321-704-0434, or book your appointment for your Ghost Ant Control Treatment instantly!
WHAT GETS TREATED DURING A GHOST ANT CONTROL TREATMENT?
We go the extra mile to make sure you have the most complete ghost ant treatment available.
- Barrier established at the foundation of your home.
- Exterior of home treated.
- Tree Bases are treated.
- Trees are sprayed. Attention paid to rotten areas ants like to nest.
- Plants & Bushes are sprayed. Insect scale on plants can often attract ghost ants.
- Driveway & walkway edges are treated.
- Utilities leading to house are treated.
- Downspouts & splash blocks are treated.
- Flower beds around the home are sprayed.
- Potted plants sprayed.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS; Ghost Ant Control
What do Ghost Ants eat?
Honeydew: (This is a sweet, sticky substance produced by aphids and other insects. Ghost ants are attracted to honeydew and will often farm aphids to ensure a steady supply.)
Dead and live insects: Ghost ants are predators and will eat other insects, both dead and alive. They will also eat insect eggs and larvae.
Sweet foods: This includes things like sugar, syrup, honey, and fruit.
Honeydew: (This is a sweet, sticky substance produced by aphids and other insects. Ghost ants are attracted to honeydew and will often farm aphids to ensure a steady supply.)
Dead and live insects: Ghost ants are predators and will eat other insects, both dead and alive. They will also eat insect eggs and larvae.
Sweet foods: This includes things like sugar, syrup, honey, and fruit.
Grease: Greasy or fatty food can be on their menu depending on their current nutritional needs.
Organic matter: Decaying organic matter, fungi, plants.
What diseases can Ghost Ants spread?
Ghost Ants do not transmit disease through bites. Instead, they can transmit disease through contamination.
-Salmonella
-E. coli
-Listeria
-Clostridium perfringens
Should I use a bait to help with Ghost Ant Control?
Yes. We recommend placing a new Terro liquid ant bait at every corner of your home as soon as you notice a Ghost Ant Problem.
Are my plants and trees a contributing factor to my Ghost Ant problem?
It is very likely. Pest problems such as scale and aphids on your plants outside will absolutely attract sweet feeding ants. Take care to keep your plants trimmed away from your house, remove dead limbs, and keep the ground free of leaf litter and clutter to avoid attracting ants.
Can I be home during the Ghost Ant Treatment?
Yes. There is no odor associated with this service.
How long after the service should I wait to let my dog out?
Wait until the product has dried or about 30 minutes.
Having trouble getting rid of ghost ants with Terro liquid ant bait? Here are three possible reasons why:
1. Check the Bait’s Expiration: Terro doesn’t last forever! Over time, the liquid bait can turn from clear to a reddish-brown color and lose its effectiveness. If it’s not crystal clear, replace it with a fresh bottle.
2. Distance Matters: Ghost ants are tiny explorers, and if their nest is more than 15-20 feet away from the bait, they might die before reaching it. To help them share the bounty, try diluting the Terro 50/50 with any sugary drink (soda, juice, etc.). This helps them make it back to the nest.
3. Double-check the Culprit: Sometimes, small fire ants can be mistaken for ghost ants. While they might nibble on the bait, Terro won’t affect their colony. If you have fire ants, you will need a different pest control approach.
Cities And Towns We Provide Ghost Ant Control Service
- Malabar
- Grant-Valkaria
- Palm Bay
- Turkey Creek
- Melbourne Village
- West Melbourne
- Melbourne
- Palm Shores
- Suntree
- South Patrick Shores
- Viera
- Rockledge
- Cocoa
- Merritt Island
- Cape Canaveral
- Cocoa Beach
- Avon By the Sea
- Indian Harbour Beach
- Indialantic
- Melbourne Beach
- Floridana Beach
- Roseland
- Vero Beach
- Orchid
- John’s Island
- Indian River Shores
- North Hutchinson Island
- South Beach
- Vero Lake Estates
- Fellsmere
- Wabasso Beach
- Sebastian
- Barefoot Bay
RELATED LINKS
https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/urban/ants/ghost_ant.htm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tapinoma_melanocephalum
https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/urban/ants/ghost_ant.htm