Fire Ant Treatment in Sarasota, FL

Red imported fire ants (RIFA) are prevalent throughout the Southeast US, Florida in particular. The fire ant treatment provided to homes and businesses in Sarasota, FL, by Fire Ant Specialists resolves the problem in the long term with minimal disruption or expense. 

The Fire Ant Invasion

Fire ants are an invasive species, and they’re most assuredly unwelcome. From your family and friends to your pets, lawn, and property, fire ants are a source of injury and damage. Overcome these menaces through the service provided by your friends at Fire Ant Specialists. We can create a safe space, free from fire ants, for your family to enjoy the outdoors.

Where Fire Ants Originate

During an accidental introduction, South America gave us red imported fire ants through the Port Of Mobile in the early 1930s. Because the conditions in this area are so accommodating and the fire ant is so adaptive, the species has done well in the US. Over the past century, it has spread throughout the southern half of the nation. 

Identifying and Understanding Fire Ant Behaviors

The color of fire ants is pretty distinctive. They’re reddish brown or reddish black and range from ⅛” to ¼” long. Their behaviors are also identifiable. The mounds they build are flat on top and can reach heights of 1 ½’ or more! You’ll generally find fire ants near moisture or on your bare feet should you attempt to feel the grass while the dew is still on the ground!

They will also set up their homes underneath slabs, around tree roots, in the middle of pastures, and just about anywhere else they can find adequate sunshine and nearby food and water.

The Damage Fire Ants Do

Fire ants can disrupt the root systems of your lawn, causing it to die. They can also kill landscaped plants and trees by feeding and nesting! If you allow the fire ant situation to get out of hand and do not warn them, you may find an unfriendly landscaper.

The Safety of People

Fire ants are aggressive attackers. They distribute painful stings while biting down with their mandibles. Furthermore, fire ants will swarm in giant numbers and sting repeatedly. Their venom leads to pain and itching in mild cases, swelling and redness in others, and even death in the most serious cases.

DIY Solutions Don’t Cut It

You may try a solution you can find in your local home improvement store, but we can almost guarantee it will not work or will have short-term effects. Reinfestation is almost assured since fire ants are mobile creatures. 

These chemicals can also affect the larger environment and irritate your neighbors when misused. Resolving a serious fire ant situation requires serious professional intervention from Fire Ant Specialists. 

Call Fire Ant Specialists

Imagine that two to three services annually could keep your property protected from fire ant infestation. We use processes and products that work deep within the colony, targeting the fire ants at their source. We provide maximum results for minimum cost.

Give us a shot. Should the treatment fail to live up to the promises and periods stated, we will return and provide a spot treatment free of charge.

We welcome your questions and will provide an estimate upon request.

Click here or call 352-291-2687 today to book Fire Ant Specialists for your fire ant treatment in Sarasota, FL!