Our Systematic Ant Control Process for Lake Forest Homeowners
We use precise application techniques and strategic product placement to create protective barriers that keep ants out of your home while keeping your loved ones safe. Every treatment plan includes detailed safety instructions and re-entry guidelines, ensuring you can maintain your normal routine with complete peace of mind.
Our ant management program begins with a thorough property inspection to identify:
- The specific ant species invading your home
- Location of nesting sites and colonies
- Primary entry points and travel paths
- Conducive conditions attracting ants to your property
- Based on our findings, we develop a customized treatment protocol that may include:
- Targeted barrier treatments around your home’s perimeter
- Strategic bait placement to eliminate colonies at their source
- Crack and crevice treatments to address hidden infestations
- Preventative maintenance to avoid future problems
Safe Ant Control Solutions for Families
and Pets
Effective ant control shouldn’t come at the expense of your family’s wellbeing. Our advanced ant management protocols incorporate pet and family-friendly solutions that target ant populations while maintaining the highest standards of household safety. Our highly-trained and state-certified technicians carefully select treatment products and methods that are proven effective against ants yet appropriate for homes with children and pets.
Common Ant Species in Orange County
Southern California is home to several persistent ant species that commonly invade homes:
Argentine Ants
The most common household ant in our region, Argentine ants form massive supercolonies with multiple queens. They’re particularly attracted to moisture and sweet foods, creating long trailing lines throughout homes.
Odorous House Ants
These small dark ants emit a distinctive rotten coconut smell when crushed. They’re attracted to sweet foods and commonly invade kitchens.
Carpenter Ants
Larger than most household ants, carpenter ants can cause structural damage by excavating wet or damaged wood. While they don’t eat wood like termites, their nesting behavior can compromise structural integrity.
Fire Ants
Both Southern fire ants (native) and Red Imported Fire Ants can inflict painful stings and build mounded nests in sunny areas. They’re aggressive defenders of their territory.
Pharaoh Ants
These tiny yellowish ants are highly mobile and will quickly relocate their colony if disturbed. They’re attracted to sweets, proteins, and even other insects.
Signs You Need Professional Ant Control
- Visible ant trails in or around your home
- Recurring ant problems despite DIY treatments
- Small piles of dirt or debris near walls or foundations
- Hollow-sounding wood (with carpenter ants)
- Food contamination
- Wood damage (with carpenter ants)
- Multiple ant colonies in your yard
Why Choose Saddleback for Ant Control
Since 2008, Saddleback Termite & Pest Control has been serving Orange County with dedication, honesty, and expertise. As a family-owned and operated business, we take pride in providing affordable, efficient, and quality service.
Our ant control services offer:
- Fast and effective results
- Affordable pricing
- Licensed and experienced technicians
- Family and pet-friendly options
- Ongoing protection plans
- Satisfaction guarantee
