Ants

Calgary Ant Removal Specialists

Safely Exterminate Ants.
No Preparation Required.
3 Month Warranty Period.

At Lavellan Pest Solutions, our investigators are experts when it comes to exterminating ants in Calgary. As a top Calgary pest control company, we utilize the best tools, resources, and scientific research available in the pest control industry, and along with our trained, licensed, professional investigators, Lavellan Pest Solutions is able to provide unparalleled service when it comes to exterminating ants in Calgary and surrounding areas.

Ants can cause large problems both inside and outside of your home. If you have a problem with ants, our experienced pest investigators can give you the peace of mind that you’re looking for.

With no preparation required, and a 3 month warranty period, Lavellan’s mindful, professional, and timely ant treatment services will have you ant-free and resting easy.

We are a proud Calgary business, locally owned, locally operated, and community minded. Thank you for supporting local!

Identifying Ants In Calgary

Ants of Alberta are often misidentified due to misrepresentations over common names, or a lack of precise information regarding local ants as well as similarities to common ants in other parts of the world. When treating for ants around your Calgary home or property, it is very important to properly identify the type of ants prior to beginning any treatment. Using the wrong product or chemical on the wrong type of ant may make the problem worse, more time consuming to solve, or may have no affect at all.

There are several dozen species of ants that can be found throughout central and southern Alberta. However, the following are the most common ants likely to cause problems for you around your house and property in the Calgary area. Many ants that are quite common in USA or even in eastern Canada, do not live here, or are not as common, but some of the ants we do have here have certain similarities to those ants and get mistakenly labeled as other ants.

Common Alberta Ants:

• Western Thatching Ant

• Carpenter Ant

• Harvester Ant

• Common Black Ant, Little Black Ant or Black Garden Ant

• Wood Ant, Small Moisture Ant, or Sugar Ant

• Thief Ants

• Velvety Tree Ants

• Odorous House Ant

Less Common Alberta Ants:

• Pavement Ant

• Little Fire Ants

• Red Imported Fire Ants

• European Fire Ants

• Argentine Ant

• Pharaoh Ant

• Ghost Ant

If you have ants in your home or business, the best thing that you can do is to call in an ant specialist right from the start. Almost all pest control companies will treat for ants, but not all pest control companies are ant specialists. Always do your homework.

Getting Rid Of Ants

At Lavellan Pest Solutions, we use a unique, investigative, assessment-based strategy to eradicate ants from around your home or business. This approach allows for a strategic and targeted extermination process which is more effective, longer lasting, and safer for people, pets, and the environment.

Once the target ant species has been properly identified, we then design and implement an appropriate treatment plan. This treatment plan may involve the use of liquid or granular pesticides, insecticidal dusts, and/or a variety of specialized ant baits. We will always discuss the proposed treatment plan with you before beginning.

Common Questions And Concerns About Ants

Q: I see Ants All The Time, How Do I know When I Need To Treat For Ants?

A: When it comes to ants on the exterior of your home or business, it’s largely a question of tolerance. Some people don’t mind having a lot of ants in their yard, and other people won’t tolerate even a few. It can also depend on the type of ants you are dealing with; a few species of ants, will take advantage of any water damaged wood, and may start building nests inside the walls, ceilings, and/or floors of your home without you even seeing a single ant inside. However, when it comes to the inside of your home or business, any more than one or two ants in a month is typically a sign of a problem that needs to be dealt with.

Q: How much Does A Professional Ant Treatment Cost?

A: The total will depend on a few factors, such as the overall size of your home or property, and the type of ant in question, but a quality treatment program will typically cost between $200 and $700.

Q: In A Rental Property, Who Is Responsible For The Cost Of An Ant Treatment?

A: In Alberta, the Landlord is the one who is responsible for the arrangement and cost of any required pest control inside the home. For more information on this subject, please check out our blog post, Who Pays For Pest Control In A Rental Property?