Ant Control in West Atco, NJ

Stop Ants From Taking Over Your Home

Complete ant elimination and prevention that actually works the first time.

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Your Home, Ant-Free and Protected

You’ll wake up without finding new ant trails across your kitchen counters. No more watching them march through your bathroom or discovering them in your pantry.

When we finish the job, the entire colony is gone. Not just the ants you see, but the thousands you don’t see back at their nest. We locate their entry points, seal them off, and create a barrier that keeps new colonies from moving in.

Your family can use every room of your house without worrying about stepping on ants or finding them in your food. That’s what complete ant control looks like.

West Atco Ant Control Experts

We Know New Jersey Ants

86 Pest and Wildlife Removal has been eliminating ant problems throughout West Atco and surrounding areas. We understand how New Jersey’s climate and housing conditions create perfect environments for carpenter ants and other species.

Our technicians know the difference between nuisance ants and destructive carpenter ants that can damage your home’s structure. We’ve seen what works and what doesn’t when it comes to permanent ant elimination in this area.

You’re working with professionals who live and work in your community, not a national chain that treats every ant problem the same way.

Our Ant Removal Process

Complete Colony Elimination, Step by Step

First, we inspect your property to identify the ant species and locate their colonies. Different ants require different approaches, and we need to find where they’re actually nesting, not just where you’re seeing them.

Next, we trace their trails back to entry points and nesting areas. Carpenter ants might be in your walls or foundation, while other species could be coming from outdoor colonies. We map out their entire operation.

Then we eliminate the colony at its source using targeted treatments that reach the queen and larvae. Surface sprays only kill worker ants, but we go after the entire population. Finally, we seal entry points and create protective barriers to prevent new infestations.

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What You Get With Our Service

Every ant control service includes a thorough property inspection to identify all species present and their nesting locations. You’ll know exactly what type of ants you’re dealing with and why they chose your property.

We provide targeted colony elimination using professional-grade treatments that aren’t available to consumers. Our methods reach the queen and larvae, ensuring the entire colony is destroyed, not just the workers you see.

You also get entry point sealing and exclusion work to prevent future infestations. We identify how ants are getting inside and close off those access routes. Plus, we establish protective barriers around your home’s perimeter to deter new colonies from settling nearby.

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

Most ant colonies are eliminated within 7-14 days of our initial treatment, but you’ll typically see a dramatic reduction in ant activity within 24-48 hours. Carpenter ants can take slightly longer because their colonies are often larger and more established in structural areas. The timeline depends on the species, colony size, and how long they’ve been established. We schedule follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination and address any remaining activity. Some situations may require multiple treatments, especially if there are multiple colonies or if the infestation has been present for months.

Will the ant treatment be safe around my children and pets?

Yes, we use EPA-approved treatments that are safe when applied correctly by licensed professionals. Our technicians are trained in proper application methods that minimize exposure while maximizing effectiveness against ants. Most treatments require a brief period where children and pets should avoid treated areas, typically 2-4 hours until surfaces are dry. We always discuss safety protocols before beginning treatment and can adjust our methods if you have specific health concerns. We also offer eco-friendly treatment options that use naturally-derived ingredients while still providing effective ant control.

Why do ants keep coming back after using store-bought sprays?

Store-bought ant sprays only kill the worker ants you see, but they don’t reach the colony or the queen. When workers don’t return, the colony simply sends out more workers to replace them. Some sprays actually make the problem worse by causing colonies to split and relocate to different areas of your home. Professional ant control targets the entire colony structure, including the queen and larvae, which eliminates the source of the infestation. We also identify and treat all the areas where ants are nesting, not just where you’re seeing them, ensuring complete elimination rather than temporary reduction.

How can I tell if I have carpenter ants or regular ants?

Carpenter ants are significantly larger than most other ant species, typically 6-13mm long, and are usually black or dark brown. They don’t eat wood but excavate it to create nesting galleries, so you might find small piles of wood shavings near baseboards or window sills. You’ll often hear them moving inside walls, especially at night when they’re most active. Regular household ants are much smaller and are usually attracted to food sources rather than nesting in structural wood. Carpenter ants can cause serious structural damage over time, so professional identification and treatment is crucial if you suspect you’re dealing with this species.

What attracts ants to my house in the first place?

Ants are primarily attracted to food sources, moisture, and shelter. Even tiny crumbs, pet food, or sticky residues can draw them inside. Leaky pipes, poor ventilation, or areas with high humidity create ideal conditions for many ant species. Carpenter ants are specifically attracted to moisture-damaged wood, which becomes softer and easier to excavate for nesting. Outdoor factors like landscaping that touches your foundation, mulch beds close to the house, or tree branches overhanging your roof can provide highways for ants to access your home. We identify these attractants during our inspection and provide recommendations to make your property less appealing to future ant colonies.

Do you guarantee your ant control treatments will work?

Yes, we stand behind our ant control services with a treatment guarantee. If ants return within the warranty period, we’ll come back and retreat the affected areas at no additional charge. The specific terms depend on the type of treatment and the severity of the original infestation, which we’ll explain clearly before beginning work. Our goal is complete elimination, not just temporary reduction, so we include follow-up visits to ensure the treatment was successful. We’ve been serving West Atco long enough to know which methods work reliably, and we’re confident enough in our process to guarantee the results.

Local Resources

West Atco, NJ is located in Camden County in New Jersey State