Although we still have a little while to go before summer is in full swing, our team at Brown Pest Control always likes to encourage our customers to think a few steps ahead of the game when it comes to pest control. One of the most notorious summertime pests are ants, who seem to spring up out of nowhere and come in endless waves. It starts with a few scouts on your countertop, but before you know it, you’re dealing with a full-scale ant invasion.
This dramatic increase in population isn’t just in your head – ant colonies experience remarkable growth during the warmer months. Thankfully, ant control methods can help fend them off. Let’s take a closer look at why summer means more ants and how you can prepare your property to keep them at bay.
Why the Arrival of Summer Brings Increased Numbers of Ants
Rising temperatures are largely to blame for the big boost in ant numbers during the summer. This population boom correlates with a few key factors:
- Perfect Conditions: Warm, humid weather is ideal for ant egg development.
- Abundant Food: From outdoor activities like al fresco dining to garden growth that produces tasty plant matter, summer provides ample food for hungry ants.
- Calculated Cycles: Many ant species time their mating flights and colony establishment during the summer, largely for the reasons we’ve outlined above.
Signs You Need Ant Control
Watch for these signs around your property:
- Visible ant trails leading into your home
- Multiple ant hills appearing on your lawn
- Swarms of winged ants (reproductive ants)
- Finding ants in your pantry or kitchen area
Prevention is often the best weapon when it comes to ant control, especially for persistent or large-scale infestations. Our team can identify the specific ant species you’re dealing with and implement targeted ant control strategies that handle not just the visible ants but the entire colony structure.
Understanding why ant populations tend to surge during the summer can help you implement proactive steps toward effective ant control. With the warm weather right around the corner, it’s a great time to speak with our team about how our ant control treatments can set you up for an ant-free summer season.
