You shouldn’t have to check for ant trails every morning or worry about what you’ll find when you flip on the lights. When we eliminate your ant problem, you get your peace of mind back.
No more wiping down counters twice a day. No more throwing away contaminated food. No more feeling like you’re losing the battle in your own home.
Our targeted treatments don’t just kill the ants you see—they eliminate entire colonies at the source. That means you can actually use your kitchen without constantly watching for the next invasion.
Around The Clock Pest Service isn’t some corporate chain where you get passed around between departments. When you call us, you work directly with the owner—someone who actually cares whether your ant problem gets solved.
We’ve been serving Hernando Beach and the surrounding Florida counties as a family business, which means your satisfaction directly affects our reputation in the community. That’s why we answer calls 24/7, even on weekends.
Over 100 five-star Google reviews don’t happen by accident. They happen when we show up on time, do what we say we’ll do, and treat people’s homes with the same care we’d give our own.
First, we identify which ant species you’re dealing with. Fire ants need different treatment than carpenter ants or ghost ants. Most companies skip this step and wonder why their treatments don’t work.
Next, we locate the actual nests—not just the trails you see in your kitchen. Ants can travel hundreds of feet from their colony, so treating the wrong area wastes everyone’s time.
Then we apply targeted treatments that the worker ants carry back to eliminate the entire colony, including the queen. This isn’t a spray-and-pray approach. It’s strategic elimination designed for Florida’s year-round ant activity.
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Hernando Beach’s location along Florida’s Nature Coast means you’re dealing with multiple ant species that stay active all year. Ghost ants in your kitchen. Fire ants in your yard. Carpenter ants in your deck.
Each species has different food preferences, nesting habits, and colony structures. That’s why cookie-cutter treatments fail here. Sugar ants respond to different baits than protein-feeding carpenter ants.
Our treatments account for Florida’s humidity, seasonal patterns, and the specific ant pressures in Hernando County. We know which species swarm after heavy rains and which ones move indoors during dry spells.
Most sprays only kill the worker ants you see foraging for food. The colony—including the queen and thousands of other ants—remains completely untouched in their nest.
When you kill foraging workers with contact sprays, the colony simply sends out more workers to replace them. You’re essentially playing whack-a-mole instead of solving the actual problem.
Effective ant control requires eliminating the entire colony using targeted baits that workers carry back to share with the queen and other ants. This is why professional treatments work where sprays fail.
You’ll typically see a significant reduction in ant activity within 24-48 hours of treatment. Complete colony elimination usually takes 1-2 weeks depending on the species and colony size.
Fire ants and carpenter ants with established colonies take longer than smaller ghost ant infestations. The key is patience—baits need time to circulate through the entire colony structure.
Some homeowners see immediate results and think the problem is solved, then get frustrated when they see a few stragglers. This is normal. The bait is still working its way through the colony during this period.
“Sugar ants” is actually a common name for several small ant species, including ghost ants, that prefer sweet foods. They’re tiny, move quickly, and often appear in kitchens around sinks and counters.
Carpenter ants are much larger, dark-colored ants that nest in wood structures. Unlike termites, they don’t eat wood—they excavate galleries in moist or damaged wood to create nesting space.
Both species require completely different treatment approaches. Sugar ants respond to sweet baits, while carpenter ants prefer protein-based baits. This is why proper identification matters for effective control.
Yes, our treatments are designed to be safe when applied properly by trained professionals. We use targeted baiting systems that keep active ingredients contained and away from areas where children and pets spend time.
The baits we use are specifically formulated to attract ants while being less appealing to pets. We also provide clear instructions about any temporary precautions needed during treatment.
As a family business serving local families, your safety is our priority. We’re happy to discuss any specific concerns about pets or family members with sensitivities before beginning treatment.
Yes, we stand behind our work. If ants return between scheduled services, we’ll come back and retreat at no additional cost. This is part of our commitment to actually solving your ant problem, not just treating symptoms.
Our guarantee reflects our confidence in our identification and treatment methods. We know Florida ants, and we know what works in Hernando County’s specific conditions.
Keep in mind that seeing a few ants immediately after treatment is normal as the bait works through the colony. Our guarantee covers situations where new ant activity indicates the original colony wasn’t eliminated.
Treatment costs vary based on the ant species, infestation size, and property layout. Most residential ant treatments range from basic service calls to comprehensive property treatments for severe infestations.
We provide most quotes over the phone after discussing your specific situation. This saves you time and helps us prepare the right treatment approach before arriving at your property.
We also offer discounts for new homeowners and military families. As a local family business, we believe in fair pricing that reflects the value of actually solving your ant problem permanently.
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