You’ll walk into your kitchen without finding tiny ants marching across your counters. No more discovering trails along your baseboards or worrying about what’s crawling around while you sleep.
When we eliminate your ant problem, we’re targeting the entire colony – including the queen. That means no more endless cycles of spraying visible ants only to have them return next week.
You get peace of mind knowing the problem is solved at its source, not just temporarily masked.
Around The Clock Pest Service is a family-owned business serving Port Richey and surrounding Hernando County communities. We understand Florida’s unique ant problems because we live here too.
When you call, you talk directly to the owner – not a call center. We respond within 24 hours, even on weekends, and provide most quotes over the phone.
With state certifications and BBB accreditation, we’ve built our reputation on honest communication and getting results that last.
First, we identify exactly which ant species you’re dealing with. Ghost ants, fire ants, carpenter ants – they all require different approaches, and misidentification wastes time and money.
Next, we trace the trails back to locate nesting sites. We’re looking for the colony, not just the scouts you see in your kitchen.
Then we apply targeted treatments using professional-grade baiting systems. The worker ants carry the treatment back to the colony, eliminating the queen and breaking the cycle for good. No more guessing games or temporary fixes.
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Port Richey’s warm, humid climate attracts multiple ant species year-round. We specialize in eliminating ghost ants (those tiny “sugar ants” in your kitchen), aggressive fire ants in your yard, and carpenter ants that can damage wooden structures.
Each species behaves differently. Ghost ants form multiple colonies and are drawn to sweet substances. Fire ants build large outdoor mounds and deliver painful stings. Carpenter ants tunnel through damp wood to create nesting sites.
Our treatments are species-specific because what works for one type of ant often fails against another. We use advanced baiting systems, non-repellent treatments, and barrier applications tailored to eliminate your specific ant problem.
Those are likely ghost ants, and cleaning alone won’t solve the problem. Ants leave invisible scent trails that guide other ants to food sources, even after you’ve wiped down surfaces.
Regular household cleaners don’t remove these chemical highways. The ants you see are scouts – the real problem is the colony hidden somewhere in your walls, under appliances, or outside your home.
Professional treatment targets both the visible ants and the source colony using specialized baiting systems that worker ants carry back to eliminate the queen.
You’ll typically see a reduction in ant activity within 3-7 days, but complete elimination takes 2-3 weeks. This timeline is actually a good sign – it means the treatment is working properly.
Fast-acting treatments often kill ants before they can return to the colony, leaving the queen and nest untouched. Our slow-acting baits give worker ants time to transport the treatment throughout the entire colony.
During this period, you might see increased activity as ants discover the bait. This is normal and indicates the treatment is reaching deeper into the colony structure.
Fire ants are aggressive outdoor ants that build large, visible mounds in sunny areas of your yard. They deliver painful, burning stings and can swarm when their mound is disturbed.
Unlike ghost ants or carpenter ants that primarily seek food and shelter, fire ants are territorial and will attack anything they perceive as a threat. Their stings can cause welts and allergic reactions.
Fire ant control requires different treatment methods, including mound treatments and broadcast applications across your lawn. We use specialized baits and granular treatments designed specifically for fire ant biology and behavior.
Store-bought baits work for minor problems but often fail against established infestations or certain ant species. Many over-the-counter products use generic formulations that don’t target specific ant behaviors.
Ghost ants and pharaoh ants, common in Port Richey, often ignore standard baits or develop resistance over time. Professional treatments use multiple bait types and advanced active ingredients not available to consumers.
We also provide proper placement and monitoring. Incorrect bait placement or using the wrong type for your ant species can actually make the problem worse by causing colonies to split and spread.
Repellent sprays create a barrier that ants avoid, but they don’t eliminate the colony. The ants simply find new routes around the treated areas, often making the problem worse.
When colonies detect repellent chemicals, they can split into multiple smaller colonies – a behavior called budding. This survival mechanism means you end up with more ant problems, not fewer.
Professional non-repellent treatments allow ants to contact the product without detecting it. They carry the treatment back to the colony, eliminating the entire nest including the queen and larvae.
Florida’s year-round warm climate means ant activity never truly stops, unlike northern states where cold weather provides natural control. Most homes benefit from quarterly treatments to maintain protection.
Properties with previous ant problems, dense landscaping, or proximity to wooded areas may need more frequent service. We customize treatment schedules based on your specific situation and ant pressure.
Regular service prevents new infestations from establishing and maintains barrier protection around your home. It’s much easier and more cost-effective to prevent ant problems than to eliminate established colonies.
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