Why DIY Methods Often Fail

While it is quite tempting to go for the solution of an ant problem by trying DIY methods, most of them fail to resolve the issue in its entirety. Sprays, traps, and homemade solutions can kill the ants you see but usually do not target the colony or the nest where the problem begins. Many DIY methods just address the problem on the surface and leave the root cause untouched. Ants are social creatures. Although you would be seeing a lot of ants that could be killed, the colony would go on and prosper with more emerging. The over-the-counter application of pesticides might not be effective or could be harmful. In fact, the chemicals used may not be potent enough to remove all infestation. Professional exterminators have the equipment and knowledge to track down and destroy the source of the problem so that the colony is completely eradicated and infestation doesn't come back. A pest control expert will also know how to apply treatments in a way that is safe for your family and pets while achieving long-term results.