Ants

The 3 most common spring pests in Illinois

The world seems to come alive in the springtime. In Illinois, you’ll see flowers emerging from the soil, leaves beginning to form and, unfortunately, a host of hungry insects coming out of hibernation or the shelter of their winter nests. Some of the most common of these seasonal critters are cockroaches, ants, and boxelder bugs, and they may end up in your home during their search for food. The biggest clue that these pests have taken up residence indoors is by seeing them in action. In the Kitchen Roaches are nocturnal and are attracted to damp spaces. You [...]

The 3 most common spring pests in Illinois2018-04-04T18:17:53+00:00

How Do Ants Enter a Home?

Ants are very tiny creatures, so they can find their way into your home through small cracks in the concrete, walls or foundation. However, they build their nests on the outside, so they will only come inside the house if they are welcomed by the presence of food. What Damage Can Ants Cause? Ants do not necessarily cause damage to a home. Some species are only nuisances, but the nuisance can be very serious if there are hundreds of ants trampling in and out of your home at will. Other ants are more dangerous because they tend to [...]

How Do Ants Enter a Home?2022-04-21T14:16:11+00:00
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