Monday, July 23, 2018

Sugar ants

Snoqualmie, WA Infested With Little Black Ants  

Little black ants are marching in Snoqualmie, Wa. The Ants are alive and well and are a year round nuisance. A Snoqualmie  apartment complex owner got a call about a huge ant problem in a few units. The owner remembered having a little Black Ants black the year before. There was no chance of using do-it-yourself products to try to get rid of the little Black Ants. This method was used   unsuccessfully to get rid of the little pesky pests. The owner of the Snoqualmie apartment complex called AMPM Exterminators for some professional technicians to provide the necessary services to get rid of the little Black Ants.

Little Black Ant armies are infiltrators:

Little Black ants, also known as Sugar Ants, are tiny and can be difficult to see at times. But that doesn't stop armies of ants from infiltrating the apartments. The tiny pests had no problem accessing the apartment building in Snoqualmie. It's important to know that little Black ants reproduce rapidly and are constantly on the move. Little Black Ants most  favorite place to set up camp are in the walls. Which is exactly what was happening in the apartment complex buildings. The apartment manager alerted the owner of three units affected. The tenants all had a similar infestation. Little Black Ants in the wall. Keep in mind that the chances of there being several infestations in more than one area is highly likely. The little ants can easily move the scent highway to  different locations. Little Black ants can travel upward into trees that are near the property. Branches are ideal bridges to infiltrate any holes, cracks and crevices. The Snoqualmie, Wa. apartment owner wasted no time and made an appointment with AMPM Exterminators to terminate the little Black Ant armies.

Little Black Ants love moisture:

Moisture problems in apartments and other residences are Ant magnets. The  Snoqualmie apartment complex was being attacked by little Black Ants. How does this happen was the question and how to prevent further ant issues. Preventative measures would be to keep all of the gutters clean. All downspouts should be aimed away from the buildings. Piles of dirt are perfect spots for ants and should be kept away from the foundation. Keep an eye out for standing water around the perimeters. The Snoqualmie apartment complex owner found out that that there were plumbing and structure leaks in need of repair. The owner was also referred to AMPM Exterminators by one of the tenants that had researched pest control companies. An appointment was set up immediately. The AMPM Exterminators  technician checked both perimeter and interior for holes, cracks and crevices. Sealing and repairs will prevent further entry for the Sugar ants. Other helpful hints are keeping shrubs and plants kept under control and tree branches pruned back. When an Ant bait is used it will be carried back to the ant colonies to be shared to kill the colony. AMPM Exterminators provided further information regarding the importance of weekly, bi-monthly, monthly or quarterly services to control and prevent further infestation.


Tenants infested with Little Black Ants:

The three apartments infested were all on the  same floor and were neighbors. The Black Ants were seen marching between apartments. This meant that there were several new scent trails being established. The AMPM Exterminators technicians were armed with the effective products in order to provide a successful extermination. More importantly the technician had the expertise available to kill the Ants in the wall infestations and other sites outside the building. AMPM Exterminators is a professional and experienced company that will treat the structure for infestation and recommend follow up visits for  preventive treatments. Following the prevention tips to stay ant free is imperative.


Professional pest control company with experienced exterminators for little Black Sugar Ants, Carpenter and Moisture Ants. AMPM Exterminators is a pest control service that provides friendly and effective pest control. Services available in counties and cities. North, South, East and West Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Renton, Burien, Bothell, Issaquah and more. Both Greenlake and University District areas of North Seattle had satisfied customers. AMPM Exterminators was the excellent choice in getting rid of and killing the little Black Ants and Moisture Ants. Properties were saved from damages. Families and tenants were back to being stress free. Contacting AMPM Exterminators  provided answers to questions about service fees. Important information for before and after treatments was provided and clients understood the process. Because each residence or business is different the pest control services and any needed repair costs may vary. AMPM Exterminators has years of inspection experience and are thorough when providing pest control services. Each client will receive customized solutions for the pest control needed. AMPM Exterminators was the perfect choice to get rid of the Little Black Ant Infestation. The Snoqualmie apartment complex owner was very happy with AMPM Exterminators expertise in eliminating the little Black Ants infestations. Tenants were thankful and no more worries.

Little black ants

Newport Hills in Newcastle, Wa. Crawling With Little Black Ants

It's a beautiful Summer here in the Greater Seattle Area. Newport Hills is in Newcastle, WA. Not far from Bellevue. A family was getting ready for an annual BBQ thrown for family and friends. The family event included a lot of preparation not to mention cooking. The weather, in Newport Hills, is perfect for a cookout. If this is indicative of what Summer is going to be it's perfect. Plenty BBQ’S and picnics are happening all over the Puget Sound area. But all thus can be ruined by the intrusion of Little Black Ants. The armies have arrived with a vengeance. The pesky pests invaded this family's home and outdoor areas. The homeowner said nothing is going to stop the good times. There was no trying do it yourself methods to get rid of the little Black Ants. Professional pest control was needed and was a job for AMPM Exterminators.
Newport Hills homeowner has uninvited guests:

Picnic tables are always full of delicious food and drinks. Which is a very welcoming sight for  little Black Ants. The pests instinctively gravitate towards food and liquids. A helpful hint is to place all of the picnic table legs  into a half cup of water. The ants will fall into the water and that's it for the pesky pests. How to get rid of the little black ants is to call in a professional pest eliminator.That is exactly what the Newport Hills homeowner did. AMPM Exterminators was the pest control service chosen to get rid of the little Black Ant infestation.

Identifying the insect is important:

The tiny black insects are also known as Sugar ants. Something so tiny can  create a lot of chaos in the home and backyards. It is important to be able to properly identify the pests. Mainly because  there are many different types of Ant species. More importantly there are specific treatments used by pest control technicians to get rid of the ant infestation. This is crucial information for when and if the time comes to hire a professional ant exterminator. This picnic has been invaded by little Black Ants and it hasn't even begun. The annual BBQ is quickly approaching and the homeowner is highly stressed. AMPM Exterminators booked the appointment and confirmed it was a little Black Ant infestation from photos the homeowner sent via email.

How to Keep Little Black Ants at bay:

Armies of little Black Ants have ways to attack  the home. Any home or building with moisture problems are ant magnets. Gutters and downspouts need to be kept clean. Piles  of dirt are ideal nesting areas for the little Black Ants. Standing water around the perimeter of the home are ideal spots and very inviting for the little ants. The ants love rainy weather and where better than the Pacific Northwest. Check for plumbing and structure leaks. All holes, cracks and crevices in the structure have to be sealed to keep the ants out. With the BBQ  just days away the Newport Hills homeowner was happy to make the choice to call AMPM Exterminators. The ant pest eliminator advised that it was feasible to send a technician out immediately. Upon arrival an inspection was number one on the technician’s list. The specific service plan was discussed and it was time to get to work. The little Black ants were everywhere. Once the service was provided it was strongly recommended to get a recurring service to spray the exterior along the foundation.  A huge helpful hint provided was to keep plants and shrubs under control. Also the main thing to know about the service is that the Ant bait will be carried back to the nests where it is shared to exterminate the colonies. Again it is wise to maintain the perimeter of the structure with a recurring service to prevent new Black Ant infestation. AMPM Exterminators is a professional and experienced company that will treat the structures for infestation and recommend follow up visits for preventative treatments. Do it yourself methods aren't very effective and definitely not for an infestation of this magnitude.


AMPM Exterminators is a professional Pest  Control service that takes pride in family and pet friendly effective pest control. Services are available for cities such as the Greater Seattle Area, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Renton, Everett, Bothell and Issaquah and much more. Some of the services available are for Little Black Ants, Carpenter Ants, Moisture Ants, Pavement Ants. Rodents, Bed bugs, spiders. But because to call AMPM Exterminators for other pest issues. Services available to residences, apartments, Commercial Businesses including hotels, restaurants, schools, industrial establishments, warehouses and grocery stores. Contacting AMPM Exterminators will provide answers to questions about service fees, important information for before and after treatments are  provided. Because each home is different the pest control services and any needed repair costs may vary. AMPM Exterminators has years of inspection experience and are thorough when providing all types of Pest Control services. Each client will receive customized solutions for the pest control needed. AMPM Exterminators was the Newport Hills homeowner’s best choice to get rid of the Little Black Ants and the first barbecue of Summer was a hit.