Best Fire Ant Killer for Acreages in Florida

 If you are searching for the best fire ant killer for acreages in Florida, you must be having a run-in with the red imported fire ant. Fire Ant Specialists is here to help.

Since 1993, from our main office in Ocala, we have been joining with sister companies to combat this invasive species. We understand that having them on your acreage can be miserable, and we want to help ensure that you and your livestock are safe from harm.

The Skinny on DIY

Undoubtedly, you have seen all the motion toward returning to our roots. And certainly, you’re not wrong to want to pursue many of those avenues. However, when it comes to the red imported fire ant, you might want to let the experts have control of that aspect.

What not to do:

• Dump grits – It would be pretty cool if it was going to blow them up like the old wives’ tale suggests, but instead, they are just happily eating the grits!
• Pour diatomaceous earth – Best option, in theory. If you haven’t looked at its impact on the ants that touch it, it’s an interesting read. However, it doesn’t make it to the queen.
• Try vinegar or boiling water – These may impact the ants at the upper level of the colony. They won’t touch the queen. The ants will just build a new mound elsewhere.
• Peel a lot of oranges – Ants don’t like citrus peels and will certainly move. Unfortunately, that just means they are somewhere else on your property.

We understand how tempting it is to want to take care of business on your own. At Fire Ant Specialists, we’ve developed a lot of expertise and know-how over the 30+ years we’ve been in business.

When we come to check out your property, we will tell you how long it will take for you to see the ants disappearing. If, for whatever reason, that date isn’t reached, we will come back and spot-treat for free. Your satisfaction and safety are important to us.

The Facts About Red Imported Fire Ants

Arriving in the 1930s through the Port of Mobile, the red imported fire ant has had plenty of time to spread. It loves the warmer climates and is mostly found in the southeastern parts of the United States.

These ants bite with their mandibles and then sting with their abdomens. The sting, for some people and animals, can be deadly, though most people just develop a pustule that goes away over time.

Red imported fire ants, like other ants, are able to procreate at absurd speeds. And the story behind their mating methods is far more interesting than you ever considered.

Ants are absolutely a species to learn from. However, fire ants are not the kind we want around.

So when it comes to finding the best fire ant killer for acreages in Florida, Fire Ant Specialists is the answer. Give us a call at 352-291-2687, or click here to schedule a treatment or receive a free quote.