Ants

Ants in North Metro Atlanta

Ants are one of the most common reasons homeowners in North Metro Atlanta call us. Georgia's warm, humid weather keeps colonies active for much of the year, and each species behaves a little differently. Knowing which ant you have is the first step to getting rid of it.

Common Ants in North Metro Atlanta

• Fire ants: aggressive red ants that build mounds in lawns and deliver painful, burning stings.
• Argentine ants: small brown ants that form huge colonies and long trails into kitchens.
• Odorous house ants: tiny dark ants that smell like rotten coconut when crushed.
• Carpenter ants: large ants that tunnel into damp or damaged wood around homes.
• Pavement ants: small ants that nest under sidewalks, driveways and slabs.
• Pharaoh ants: tiny yellowish ants that spread through walls and are hard to control with sprays.

Signs and Causes

Ants come inside looking for food, water and shelter. Heavy rain, summer heat and dry spells all push colonies indoors, and seeing a few ants usually means a much larger colony is nearby.

When to Call a Professional

If you keep seeing ants or the problem keeps coming back, it is time for a professional inspection. got bugs? has helped North Metro Atlanta families since 2006.