Ant Control in Ancora, NJ

Stop Ants From Taking Over Your Home

Complete colony elimination that actually works, protecting your family and property investment long-term.

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Professional Ant Removal Ancora

Your Home, Ant-Free and Protected

You’ll finally have peace of mind knowing those ants aren’t coming back. No more finding them in your kitchen cabinets or watching them march across your counters while you’re trying to cook dinner.

The real relief comes from knowing we’ve eliminated the entire colony, not just the ants you can see. That means no more surprise invasions next month or next season.

Your family can use the kitchen without worry. Your property stays protected from the structural damage that carpenter ants cause. And you can stop wasting weekends on DIY treatments that never actually solve the problem.

Ancora Pest Control Experts

We Know New Jersey Ants

86 Pest and Wildlife Removal has been protecting homes in Ancora and throughout South Jersey for years. We understand exactly which ant species you’re dealing with and how they behave in our local climate.

We’re licensed, insured, and focused on getting results the first time. No runaround, no overselling services you don’t need.

Our team knows the difference between a simple sugar ant problem and a serious carpenter ant infestation that could damage your home’s structure. That knowledge matters when you need the problem solved right.

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Ant Control Process Ancora

Simple Process, Lasting Results

We start with a thorough inspection to identify the ant species and locate their colonies. This isn’t a quick walk-through—we need to find where they’re actually coming from, not just where you’re seeing them.

Next, we apply targeted treatments that eliminate the entire colony, including the queen. Surface sprays only kill the workers you see, which is why DIY approaches fail. We go after the source.

Finally, we seal entry points and provide prevention strategies specific to your property. You’ll know exactly what to watch for and how to keep ants from establishing new colonies around your home.

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Comprehensive Ant Treatment Ancora

Complete Service, No Surprises

Your ant control service includes species identification, colony location, targeted treatment, and prevention planning. We handle everything from tiny sugar ants to destructive carpenter ants that can damage your home’s wooden structures.

We use safe, effective methods that won’t put your family or pets at risk. You’ll get honest pricing upfront—no hidden fees or pressure to buy services you don’t need.

Every treatment comes with our guarantee. If ants return within the warranty period, we return too. That’s how confident we are in eliminating the problem completely, not just temporarily.

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How long does it take to eliminate an ant colony completely?

Most ant colonies are eliminated within 7-14 days of treatment, but you’ll typically see a significant reduction in activity within 24-48 hours. The timeline depends on the species and colony size. Carpenter ants may take slightly longer because their colonies are larger and more established. We monitor progress and adjust treatment if needed to ensure complete elimination. The key is patience—rushing the process with repeated treatments can actually make ants more difficult to eliminate by causing them to split into multiple colonies.
Yes, we use treatment methods that are safe for your family and pets when applied correctly. We focus on targeted baiting systems and low-toxicity products that eliminate ants without creating health risks for your household. During treatment, we’ll provide specific instructions about any temporary precautions, like keeping pets away from treated areas until products dry. Most of our treatments allow normal household activities to resume within a few hours. We always explain what we’re using and why, so you understand exactly what’s being applied in your home.
Store-bought sprays only kill the ants you see, not the colony producing them. The queen keeps laying eggs, so new workers replace the ones you killed within days. DIY baits often use the wrong attractant for your specific ant species, so ants ignore them completely. Even worse, spraying can cause colonies to split and relocate, making the problem harder to solve. Professional treatment identifies the species, locates the actual colony, and uses targeted methods that eliminate the source. That’s why our approach works when DIY attempts fail.
Carpenter ants are significantly larger than common sugar ants—usually 1/4 to 1/2 inch long and black or dark brown. They don’t eat wood, but they excavate it to build nests, leaving behind small piles of sawdust-like debris. You’ll often hear them moving inside walls or wooden structures, especially at night. They prefer moist, damaged wood, so check areas around windows, doors, and anywhere you’ve had water damage. If you see large black ants near wooden structures or find wood shavings, you likely have carpenter ants and need immediate professional treatment to prevent structural damage.
Ants are attracted by food sources, water, and shelter opportunities. Even tiny crumbs, pet food, or sticky residue on counters can draw them in. They also seek moisture from leaky pipes, condensation, or humid areas like basements. Once scout ants find these resources, they leave chemical trails for other ants to follow, which is why you suddenly see lines of ants. Outdoor factors like landscaping that touches your home’s foundation or mulch placed too close to the house also create pathways. Eliminating these attractants is part of our prevention strategy after treatment.
Ant control costs vary based on the species, infestation size, and treatment complexity. Simple sugar ant problems typically cost less than carpenter ant infestations that require extensive colony elimination. We provide upfront pricing after inspection—no hidden fees or surprise charges. Most homeowners find professional treatment costs less than repeatedly buying DIY products that don’t work, plus you avoid potential structural damage from untreated carpenter ants. We’ll explain exactly what you’re paying for and why each step is necessary for complete elimination.