Your Do-It-Yourself Pest Control Solution

If you have a problem with these tenacious creatures, you probably know by now their hallmark; huge colonies that extend above ground and a vicious sting. If you are experiencing fire ants indoors, these may be foraging from a colony outside or in the walls of your home. In any event, baiting is always a good idea for ants inside a structure. Terro-PCO or Maxforce FC are an effective general ant bait. Place the stations at a rate of three to six per average size room whever ants are present. Always consult the product label for more detailed information. The three rules of using bait stations are as follows:

1. Wash your hands BEFORE touching the bait.
2. Do not use insecticides or cleansers on or near the bait.
3. Once the bait station is placed DO NOT MOVE IT, except to replace it in exactly the same spot.

Outdoor fire ants are usually characterized by mounds extending above ground. The majority of the colony is below ground however. Some colonies are so large they can have several mounds that are interconnected underground. There are two ways to deal with this problem. You can broadcast a long-lasting residual insecticide. Talstar PL will last up to six months on fire ants. Each 25lb bag will cover 6,000 square feet or less. This sand-like granule is photo stable for longer life outdoors and is safe around children and pets. Just keep them off the yard until you have completed your treatment.

If you perfer to treat individual mounds, MaxForce Fire Ant Granules is a slow acting bait that foraging ants pass through the colony until all ants are fed including the queen. Apply two tablespoons of the product around the mound. Do not place it on the mound or water it. Do not disturb the nest. You should see results in 3-4 days. Re-apply as necessary. Refer to the label for detailed applications and instructions. If you have any questions or would like more information on these products, please contact us.