Fire Ant Treatment for Yards in West Fort Worth
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One-time
~60 min
Fire ants announce themselves with fluffy mounds of loose dirt and a sting that burns. Fire ant treatment from Spyder Pest Solutions deals with the mounds in your yard and the ants around the house, and it starts by confirming that fire ants are what you have.
What fire ant treatment covers #
- Fire ant mounds in the yard, in flower beds and along fences, walks and driveways
- Fire ants around the house itself, including the AC unit and outdoor electrical boxes
- Ants that trail indoors, once the technician has identified them
This is pest control for ants. It is not a yard care or plant care program. The fire ant guide shows how to tell fire ants from other ants and explains why bait and mound treatment are used together.
Signs you have fire ants #
- Dome-shaped mounds of loose soil with no opening on top, often appearing after rain
- Reddish-brown ants of mixed sizes that pour out and climb when the mound is disturbed
- Stings that burn and leave a small white pustule a day or two later
- Ants gathering in the AC unit or an outdoor electrical box
- Mounds against the foundation, the patio or the edge of the driveway
How a visit goes #
- Start with a phone call or the online booking form. Someone from the office follows up to fix the time.
- The technician walks the yard and the outside of the house, identifies the ant, and notes where the mounds and trails are.
- You are told what was found and how the options differ, for example treating the whole yard compared with only the mounds that bother you.
- You are quoted a price after the inspection and decide before anything is put down.
What to do before the visit #
- Note where the mounds are. A quick sketch or a few photos help.
- Do not kick, flood or dig up mounds. A disturbed colony may simply move and rebuild nearby.
- Hold off on store-bought spray and do not wipe away indoor trails, so the technician can see where the ants travel.
- Tell the technician about vegetable beds, pet areas and play areas.
- Unlock the gates, and keep children and pets away from the mounds.
What to do afterwards #
- Follow the technician's instructions about watering and about keeping pets and children off treated areas.
- Leave treated mounds alone. Digging them up undoes the work.
- Give it time. Colonies are large, so results build over time, not overnight.
- Watch for new mounds after rain, and tell the office if they appear.
Frequently asked questions #
How do I know they are fire ants and not another ant?
Fire ants build mounds outdoors and come in mixed sizes within one colony. Most other household ants show up as trails indoors. The technician identifies the ant before recommending anything.
Do home remedies work on fire ants?
Mostly not. Texas A&M AgriLife lists grits, cinnamon, club soda and similar fixes as ineffective, and gasoline is dangerous and should never be used.
Why are fire ants in my AC unit?
Fire ants nest in air conditioner units and electrical boxes and can make switches fail. Point it out during the inspection and leave the box to a professional.
Will the fire ants come back?
They can. New colonies move in from neighboring yards, especially after rain, so a yard may need attention again later. The technician explains what to expect for your property.
What does fire ant treatment cost?
The size of the yard and the number of mounds both matter, so the cost is quoted after the inspection. Call for pricing.
Book fire ant treatment #
Spyder Pest Solutions LLC, Texas license TPCL #0954843, treats fire ants in White Settlement, Westworth Village, Benbrook and the nearby towns. Book online or call (817) 715-2595, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.