Our Pest Library
Why do I have an ant problem?
Ants are one of the most common household pests to find their way into our homes. They will happily take advantage of our properties' food and shelter sources. As ants leave their outdoor nesting sites to forage for food, their small size allows them to move through small spaces in our home’s exterior. Once inside, if they find food, they will keep returning. Eventually, the ants may decide to build a satellite nest within your home to expand the colony in a place that offers safe, dry shelter.
Where will I find ants?
In more urban areas, ants create nesting sites in sidewalks, plant containers, or landscaped areas. In suburban and rural areas, ants build their nests in wooded areas, parks, and fields, as well as next to riverbanks and in yards.
Ants generally prefer to live and nest outside, but things like lack of food and safe shelter, predators, and unsuitable weather conditions drive them into homes and other structures. Inside houses, ants nest in cracks in foundation walls, behind wall voids, in insulation, under floors, and in attic spaces. Carpenter ants like to invade and build their nests within structural wood.
If you regularly spot ants moving in and around your home, it is time to take action. Never hesitate to reach out to a professional to eliminate ants. Professionals know where ants like to nest, will locate all their nesting sites, and can perform effective treatments to eliminate the entire ant infestation.
Customer Reviews
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“Our company, Hicks Management Group, has used General Environmental for over 20 years. They provide quarterly preventative treatments at our Boston property. Their service is excellent and reliable. They are very responsive!”- Julie S.
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“Stanley is amazing! Best pest tech I’ve ever had at my work - couldn’t ask for a better technician!”- James W.
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I've been a customer for years, and I never have had any regrets. All the personnel are polite and professional, and the job quality is outstanding. Hats off to Craig with his wonderful personality and excellent service. I plan to remain a customer for a very long time.- Emily D.
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“I’ve used General Environmental for many years and they have never fallen short of providing excellent service and results.”- Edward H.
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“We've used GES for more than a decade, and they've always gone above and beyond! They're an A+, locally owned company that takes care of its customers.”- John T.
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“GES has been very accommodating since we signed on with them a year ago. James Conley, our technician, is outstanding!”- Susan C.
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“As always, the technician, Peter, arrived promptly as scheduled, and took care of the situation with a professional and pleasant approach. Thank you!”- David M.
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“I always appreciate the great response from GES. All team members are professional, from the customer service on the phone to the actual specialists in the field. Great job. Thank you!”- Jane D.
