You’ll finally have peace of mind knowing those ant trails are gone for good. No more finding sugar ants in your kitchen cabinets or fire ants threatening your kids in the yard.
When we’re done, you’ll have a home where you can leave food on the counter without worry, where your pantry stays clean, and where your family can play outside safely. You’ll know exactly what we did, why it worked, and how to keep it that way.
That’s what real ant control looks like—not just killing the ants you see, but eliminating the colonies that keep sending them back.
Around The Clock Pest Service has been protecting South Brooksville families from Florida’s toughest ant problems for years. We’re the family-owned company where you work directly with the owner—no middlemen, no runaround.
We understand South Brooksville’s unique challenges. The swampland surroundings and humid climate create perfect conditions for ghost ants, fire ants, and carpenter ants to thrive year-round.
Our state-certified technicians know exactly which ant species you’re dealing with and how to eliminate them permanently. Over 100 five-star Google reviews prove we deliver results when other companies fail.
First, we identify exactly which ant species you’re dealing with—ghost ants, fire ants, carpenter ants, or pharaoh ants all require different approaches. We trace their trails back to the source and locate all nesting sites.
Next, we use targeted ant baiting systems that worker ants carry back to the colony, eliminating the queen and the entire nest. We don’t just spray what you can see—we attack the problem at its root.
Finally, we identify entry points and create protective barriers around your property. You’ll get a detailed explanation of what we found, what we did, and how to maintain your ant-free home long-term.
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Our comprehensive ant control covers every species plaguing South Brooksville homes. Ghost ants invading your kitchen get eliminated with specialized sugar-based baits. Fire ant mounds threatening your yard receive professional-grade treatments that collapse entire colonies.
Carpenter ants tunneling through your wooden structures get targeted with precision applications that reach deep into their galleries. Pharaoh ants that scatter when disturbed require our advanced baiting techniques that prevent colony splitting.
South Brooksville’s swampland environment creates year-round ant pressure that demands professional expertise. We use Florida-specific treatment protocols that account for our humid climate and the unique behaviors of local ant populations.
South Brooksville’s location near swampland creates perfect conditions for multiple ant species to thrive year-round. Unlike northern climates where cold kills ant colonies, Florida’s warm, humid weather lets them stay active and reproduce constantly.
Ghost ants and sugar ants are particularly drawn to the moisture and food sources in homes. Even small crumbs or pet food can attract scout ants that leave chemical trails for thousands more to follow. Once they establish indoor nesting sites in wall voids or under appliances, the problem multiplies quickly.
The key is understanding that you’re not just dealing with the ants you see—you’re dealing with entire colonies that can contain thousands of individuals and multiple queens.
Sugar ants (also called ghost ants) are tiny, pale ants that invade kitchens and bathrooms seeking sweets and moisture. They’re about 1/16 inch long with dark heads and translucent bodies, making them hard to spot until you have a major infestation.
Fire ants are reddish-brown, larger, and build visible mounds in yards. They’re aggressive and deliver painful, burning stings that can be dangerous for children and pets. Fire ant colonies can contain up to 60,000 workers and multiple queens.
Both species require completely different treatment approaches. Sugar ants respond to sweet baits placed along their trails, while fire ants need direct mound treatments and broadcast applications to prevent new colonies from forming.
You’ll typically see a significant reduction in ant activity within 24-48 hours, but complete elimination takes 7-14 days depending on the species and colony size. Ghost ants and sugar ants usually disappear faster because they readily take baits back to their nests.
Fire ants and carpenter ants can take longer because their colonies are larger and more established. Pharaoh ants are the most challenging because they split into multiple colonies when disturbed, requiring specialized treatment protocols.
The key is patience—effective ant control works by eliminating entire colonies, not just the ants you see. Quick-kill sprays might give immediate satisfaction, but they don’t solve the underlying problem and often make infestations worse by causing colonies to scatter.
Absolutely. We use targeted baiting systems and precision applications that minimize exposure while maximizing effectiveness. Our ant baits are placed in tamper-resistant stations or applied in areas where children and pets can’t access them.
We avoid broadcast spraying inside homes, instead focusing on crack-and-crevice treatments and exterior barrier applications. All products we use are EPA-registered and applied according to strict safety protocols by state-certified technicians.
You’ll receive detailed instructions about any temporary precautions, but most treatments allow normal household activities to resume immediately. We prioritize your family’s safety while delivering the thorough results needed to eliminate ant colonies permanently.
Store-bought sprays and baits often fail because they’re designed for general use, not Florida’s specific ant species and environmental conditions. Ghost ants, for example, have very specific dietary preferences that change seasonally, requiring professional-grade baits with the right attractants.
Many over-the-counter products also cause “budding”—when disturbed colonies split into multiple new colonies, actually making your problem worse. Pharaoh ants are notorious for this behavior, which is why we use specialized techniques to avoid triggering colony splits.
South Brooksville’s year-round warm, humid climate also means ant colonies never go dormant like they do in northern states. This constant activity requires ongoing professional management, not just one-time treatments that homeowners can purchase at retail stores.
Prevention starts with eliminating what attracts ants in the first place—food sources, moisture, and entry points. We identify cracks around windows, doors, and foundations where ants typically enter, and identify moisture problems that create ideal nesting conditions.
We also create protective barriers around your property using professional-grade treatments that remain effective for months. These barriers intercept new ant colonies before they can establish themselves near your home.
Regular monitoring is crucial in South Brooksville’s challenging environment. We provide ongoing maintenance programs that adjust seasonally for different ant species’ activity patterns. This proactive approach prevents new infestations rather than just reacting after they’re already established.
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