Ant Control in Herwood, NJ

Complete Ant Colony Elimination

Stop ants from returning with targeted treatment that eliminates entire colonies, not just the ants you see.

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Professional Ant Exterminator Services

Your Home Protected From Future Infestations

You’ll have peace of mind knowing the entire ant colony is gone, not just the visible workers. Our species-specific approach means carpenter ants won’t continue damaging your home’s structure, and kitchen ants won’t keep contaminating your food.

Most DIY treatments and generic pest control only kill the ants you see. The colony keeps sending more workers, and you’re back where you started in weeks. We target the source – the queen and the nest – so you get lasting results.

Your family can use the kitchen without finding ants in the cereal box. Your home’s wooden structures stay protected from carpenter ant damage. You won’t waste more weekends spraying ant trails that just pop up somewhere else.

Herwood Ant Control Specialists

We Know New Jersey Ants

86 Pest and Wildlife Removal has been handling ant problems throughout Herwood and surrounding New Jersey communities for years. We understand how New Jersey’s climate and housing types create specific ant challenges that generic approaches can’t solve.

Our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained specifically in the ant species common to our area. We’ve seen every type of infestation – from carpenter ants in older homes to pavement ants in newer developments.

You’re working with professionals who live and work in your community. We’ve built our reputation by solving ant problems that other companies couldn’t handle, and we back our work with guarantees because we know what works here.

Ant Removal Process

Thorough Inspection to Complete Elimination

We start with a detailed inspection to identify the ant species, locate entry points, and find the colony source. Different ants require different approaches – what works for carpenter ants won’t work for pharaoh ants.

Next, we apply targeted treatments that the worker ants carry back to the colony, eliminating the queen and the entire nest. We use professional-grade materials that are effective against ants but safe around your family and pets.

Finally, we seal entry points and create barriers to prevent new colonies from establishing. You’ll get specific recommendations for eliminating the conditions that attract ants to your property. Most customers see complete elimination within 1-2 weeks, and we provide follow-up service to ensure the problem stays solved.

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Comprehensive Ant Treatment

What's Included in Your Service

Your ant control service includes species identification, complete property inspection, and customized treatment based on the specific ants invading your home. We don’t use one-size-fits-all approaches because they don’t work.

You’ll receive detailed documentation of our findings, including photos of problem areas and entry points. We explain exactly what we’re doing and why, so you understand the treatment process and can make informed decisions about your home.

Our service includes follow-up visits to monitor treatment effectiveness and additional applications if needed. We also provide exclusion recommendations – sealing cracks, eliminating moisture sources, and removing attractants that draw ants to your property. You get both immediate elimination and long-term prevention strategies.

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

Most ant infestations are completely eliminated within 1-2 weeks of initial treatment. The timeline depends on the ant species and colony size. Carpenter ants typically take 7-14 days because the bait needs time to reach the main colony. Smaller species like pavement ants often show results within 3-7 days. You’ll see activity decrease gradually as worker ants carry treatment back to the nest. We schedule follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination and provide additional treatment if any activity persists.

What's the difference between treating carpenter ants versus other ant species?

Carpenter ants require specialized treatment because they nest inside wood structures and have different feeding habits than other ants. They don’t eat the wood – they excavate it to create galleries, which means standard ant baits often don’t work. We use protein-based baits and direct nest treatment for carpenter ants, while sugar ants respond better to sweet baits. Carpenter ant treatment also includes moisture control since they prefer damp wood, and we inspect for structural damage they may have caused. The treatment approach, materials, and timeline all vary based on accurate species identification.

Are your ant control treatments safe around children and pets?

Yes, we use professional-grade materials that are highly effective against ants but have low toxicity to humans and pets when applied correctly. Our technicians are trained in safe application methods, including placing baits in tamper-resistant stations and treating areas where children and pets don’t have access. We’ll discuss any specific safety concerns during your inspection and can adjust our approach if you have particularly sensitive family members. Most treatments require minimal restrictions – typically just keeping pets away from treated areas until materials dry, usually 2-4 hours.

Why do ants keep coming back after I've used store-bought treatments?

Store-bought sprays and baits typically only kill the worker ants you see, not the colony source. When you spray an ant trail, you eliminate those workers, but the colony simply sends more. The queen keeps reproducing, and new workers find different routes into your home. Additionally, many over-the-counter products actually cause colonies to split, creating multiple smaller infestations. Professional treatment targets the entire colony structure using materials that workers carry back to eliminate the queen and nest. We also identify and seal entry points that DIY treatments don’t address.

How much does professional ant control cost compared to DIY methods?

Professional ant control typically costs $150-400 for initial treatment, depending on infestation size and property complexity. While this seems higher than $20-50 in DIY products, consider the real costs: multiple store purchases when treatments fail, potential structural damage from untreated carpenter ants, time spent repeatedly treating the same problem, and food contamination losses. Professional treatment eliminates the colony permanently, includes follow-up service, and often costs less than multiple failed DIY attempts. We provide upfront pricing during inspection so you know exactly what to expect.

What should I do to prepare my home before ant treatment?

Preparation is minimal but important for treatment effectiveness. Clean up visible food sources and crumbs, but don’t use cleaning products on ant trails for 24 hours before treatment – we need to see their travel patterns. Remove pet food bowls during treatment and store opened food in sealed containers. Clear access to areas where you’ve seen ant activity, including moving furniture if needed. Don’t use any DIY ant products for at least a week before professional treatment, as these can interfere with our baits. We’ll provide specific preparation instructions based on your particular situation during scheduling.

Local Resources

Herwood, NJ is located in Camden County in New Jersey State