Effective Pest Control for Ants by Bed Bug Texas Termite & Pest Control
                     ANT EXTERMINATOR |  BED 
BUG TEXAS TERMITE & 
PEST CONTROL 
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ANTS - TINY CREATURES, MASSIVE PROBLEMS
Although these critters may be small, they cause major headaches around Southeastern Texas. 
We’re talking about pest control for ants, bugs that have lived on earth for over 100 million years 
and have adapted to carry as much as 50 times their weight. They’re known for their annoying 
bites and the damage they can do to property, but these insects may be an even greater problem 
than you know.
FIRE ANTS
Fire Ants are a major nuisance. They’re originally from 
South America and have been spreading throughout Texas 
since the 1950s and now cover most of the state. They’re 
extremely aggressive, and their behavior impacts other 
animals much larger than them, like quail, deer, lizards, 
songbirds, and horn toads. And, of course, they pack a 
painful bite for humans, leaving behind itchy and swollen 
welts.
HEALTH RISKS 
AND REACTIONS
Scratching can create open wounds that can then 
get infected, something ants cannot relate to since 
they create their own germ-fighters to protect 
against infection and have built-in combs to groom 
themselves with. Around 1% of people are 
hypersensitive to their venom and can wind up 
hospitalized. The very young and the elderly are at 
risk for bad reactions too. They tend to bite in 
swarms, which worsens symptoms. They do that by 
sensing vibrations and movement, which trigger 
them to bite and sting.
TAWNY CRAZY ANTS
There is another species in southeast Texas that rivals Fire Ants. A South American pest, the 
Tawny Crazy Ant, has also shown up recently in the Conroe and Montgomery area. They have 
venom and biological adaptations that let them fight off even Fire Ants. That may sound like a 
good thing, but the problem is that these invaders out-compete many other ants for food and 
resources. That drives out native species, reducing the population of arthropods that feed other 
animals like birds. They’re also challenging to get rid of, with massive populations that resist 
pesticides. These groups of ants are known to invade buildings and even destroy electrical 
devices and short-out motors.
CARPENTER ANTS
Then, of course, there’s the one that tops the others: Carpenter Ants. There are 18 types in Texas, 
the most common of which is a little larger than a quarter-inch long, with a black tail and wings and 
a reddish-brown head and body. Most people notice them around late winter or early spring when 
they start mating and forming new colonies. Although they don’t eat wood as termites do, they’ll 
gnaw it into shavings to build nests in and around your home. That happens most often around 
doors, window frames, and walls. They usually live in trees, but if they venture into your home or 
business, they can quickly become a problem.
LOCAL PEST 
CONTROL SERVICES 
Bed Bug Texas should be your first choice if you 
need a company to get rid of a pest infestation. 
As a locally owned company run by a family in 
Montgomery, Texas, we succeed by providing 
top-quality services for our customers. We strive 
to do an impeccable job efficiently and for a fair 
price. Contact us today for your pest control 
needs, and know you’ll be serviced by the most-
trusted pest control experts in the area.
THANK 
YOU
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