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How to Get Rid of Field Ants

How to Get Rid of Field Ants

First make sure they are field ants. Larger field ants are often mistaken for carpenter ants, which nest in wood and need a different plan. Seen from the side, a field ant has a bumpy, uneven thorax, while a carpenter ant’s is smooth and evenly curved. When in doubt, get them identified.

Most field ant nests stay outside, so the goal is usually to keep foragers out. Seal gaps in the foundation and around windows, and check where pipes, wires and cables enter the house. Pull mulch and pine straw a few inches back from the slab, where ants like to nest.

A large nest in a busy part of the yard may need direct treatment. To work, it has to reach the whole colony, including the queens deep in the soil, not just the top of the mound. Florida Bug Control offers a free inspection and can treat nests that need it.

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