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Ant Season Hits Hard

BY Jun, 12 2025
Category: Pest Control
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Ant Season Hits Hard in Pennsylvania: What Homeowners Need to Know

If it feels like ants are suddenly everywhere, you’re not imagining things. Late spring through early summer is peak ant season in Pennsylvania, and the surge is in full swing.

At Ned’s Pest Control, we’re getting more calls than ever for carpenter ants, pavement ants, and odorous house ants—and they’re not just annoying. Left untreated, ants can damage wood, contaminate food, and establish colonies that are tough to eliminate.

Why Ant Activity Spikes in Early Summer

As temperatures rise, ants become more active and start foraging aggressively. What starts as a few scout ants in your kitchen often turns into a full infestation seemingly overnight.

Common factors that attract ants include:

  • Crumbs, spills, or pet food left out
  • Moisture around windows, sinks, and basements
  • Rotting wood or gaps in siding (especially for carpenter ants)

Why DIY Treatments Usually Fall Short

Store-bought sprays may kill ants you see, but they rarely eliminate the colony—which is the real source of the problem. In fact, improper treatment can cause ants to “bud off,” creating more satellite nests.

That’s why our team at Ned’s focuses on:

  • Identifying the species (important for treatment)
  • Locating the nest (indoors or outside)
  • Applying safe, professional-grade products where they’ll work long-term

Our Approach to Ant Control

We use a combination of targeted baiting, non-repellent treatments, and integrated pest management techniques to eliminate colonies at the source—while helping prevent future infestations.


Spot Ants? Act Now.

Waiting usually makes things worse. If you’re seeing ant trails, wings on windowsills, or suspicious wood shavings, it’s time to act.

📞 Call Ned’s Pest Control at (888) 832-1908 or book your inspection online and stop the infestation before it spreads.

 


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