Ant Control in Kirkwood, NJ

Stop Ants Before They Damage Your Home

Complete ant removal that actually works – no more trails through your kitchen or carpenter ant damage to your property.

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Professional Ant Exterminator Services

Your Home, Ant-Free and Protected

You’ll wake up to clean counters without ant trails leading to your coffee maker. No more finding sawdust piles under your deck where carpenter ants have been chewing through the wood. No more wondering if that store-bought spray actually worked or if they’re just hiding until tomorrow.

When we handle your ant problem, you get complete colony elimination. That means the workers you see and the queen you don’t. The result is a home where you can leave food out without worry and sleep knowing your property isn’t being damaged from the inside out.

Most importantly, you’ll have confidence the problem is actually solved. Not masked, not temporarily disrupted, but eliminated with a guarantee that gives you real peace of mind.

Kirkwood Pest Control Experts

We Know New Jersey Ants

86 Pest and Wildlife Removal has been protecting Kirkwood homes from ant infestations for years. We’re not a national chain reading from a script – we’re local professionals who understand exactly which ant species invade New Jersey homes and when they’re most active.

Our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained specifically on the carpenter ants, pavement ants, and other species common to our area. We’ve seen what works and what doesn’t, which means you get solutions based on real experience, not guesswork.

When you call us, you’re working with people who live in this community and stand behind every treatment we provide.

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Our Ant Removal Process

Thorough Inspection, Complete Elimination

First, we inspect your property to identify the ant species, locate entry points, and find the colony source. This isn’t a quick walkthrough – we check common nesting areas like wall voids, under decks, and around foundations where carpenter ants typically establish colonies.

Next, we apply targeted treatments that eliminate the entire colony, not just the ants you can see. We use professional-grade materials that worker ants carry back to the nest, reaching the queen and stopping reproduction at the source.

Finally, we seal entry points and apply preventive treatments to stop future invasions. You’ll get a clear explanation of what we found, what we treated, and what to expect moving forward. Most customers see complete elimination within days, with our guarantee backing up the results.

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What's Included in Every Treatment

Every ant control service includes a thorough property inspection, species identification, and customized treatment plan. We don’t use one-size-fits-all approaches because carpenter ants require different strategies than pavement ants or odorous house ants.

You’ll receive targeted colony elimination using professional treatments that aren’t available to consumers. We focus on long-term results, which means addressing the source of the problem rather than just spraying visible ants.

Our service also includes entry point sealing, preventive barrier treatments, and follow-up visits if needed. We explain everything we’re doing and why, so you understand exactly how we’re solving your ant problem. All treatments come with our guarantee – if ants return within the warranty period, so do we at no additional charge.

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

Most ant problems are resolved within 7-14 days of treatment, but this depends on the species and colony size. Carpenter ants typically take longer to eliminate completely because their colonies are larger and more established. You’ll usually see a significant reduction in ant activity within 24-48 hours as our treatments begin working. We target the entire colony, including the queen, which stops reproduction and leads to complete elimination. If you’re still seeing ants after two weeks, we return for additional treatment at no charge under our service guarantee.
Yes, we use EPA-approved treatments that are safe when applied by licensed professionals. Our technicians are trained in proper application methods that minimize exposure while maximizing effectiveness against ants. We can discuss specific safety protocols during treatment and provide guidance on any temporary precautions, like keeping pets away from treated areas until they dry. Many of our treatments use targeted bait systems that focus the active ingredients where ants travel, reducing overall chemical use in your living spaces. We’re happy to explain our safety procedures and answer any specific concerns about your family or pets.
Carpenter ants are larger, typically black or dark brown, and actually damage your home’s structure by excavating wood to build their nests. Unlike termites, they don’t eat wood – they chew through it to create galleries for their colonies, leaving behind small piles of sawdust. Regular ants like pavement ants or odorous house ants are smaller and primarily looking for food sources, not nesting sites in your walls. Carpenter ants are more serious because they can weaken structural elements over time. They’re also harder to eliminate because their colonies are larger and more established. If you’re seeing large, dark ants or finding sawdust near wooden structures, you likely have carpenter ants that need professional treatment.
Store-bought sprays only kill the ants you can see, but they don’t reach the colony or the queen. When you spray visible ants, you’re eliminating maybe 10% of the actual population. The colony continues reproducing and sends out new workers to replace the ones you killed. Additionally, many retail sprays actually make the problem worse by causing colonies to split into multiple satellite nests, a process called budding. Professional treatments use targeted baits and colony elimination methods that worker ants carry back to the nest, reaching the queen and stopping reproduction at the source. This is why professional ant control focuses on long-term colony elimination rather than just killing visible ants.
Ant control costs vary based on the species, colony size, and extent of the infestation. Most residential ant treatments in Kirkwood range from $150-$400, with carpenter ant removal typically on the higher end due to the complexity of treatment required. We provide upfront pricing after our inspection so you know exactly what you’re paying before we start any work. There are no hidden fees or surprise charges. Many customers find professional treatment is actually more cost-effective than repeatedly buying store products that don’t work. Our treatments come with a guarantee, so you’re paying for results, not just a service call.
Ant activity in New Jersey typically peaks from late spring through early fall, with carpenter ants most active from April through June when they’re establishing new colonies. However, ants can be active year-round, especially if they’ve found indoor food sources or warm areas in your home. The best time to call is as soon as you notice ant activity, regardless of season. Early intervention prevents small problems from becoming major infestations. If you’re seeing ants in winter, it often indicates an established indoor colony that needs immediate attention. Don’t wait for warmer weather – the sooner we treat the problem, the easier and more cost-effective the solution will be.