How Much is Pest Control For Ants?
Ants may be tiny, but anyone who has dealt with them knows how quickly they can become a big problem. One trail of ants in the kitchen can mean there’s an entire colony nearby — and no amount of store-bought spray seems to keep them away for long.
Effectively ridding your home of ants requires a two-pronged approach. First, depending on the extent of the infestations, you’ll likely need professional ant control services, and then you’ll need to adopt some habits that don’t attract more ants back into your home.
In this article, we’ll examine the cost of an ant control service and what you, as a homeowner, can do to keep ants at bay.
Overrun with Ants? This Ant Control Guide Can Help
This article is for any homeowner who’s ever had an ant problem, which includes just about everyone:
Homeowners are tired of dealing with ant trails in the kitchen or bathroom.
Families with kids or pets who don’t want harsh chemicals sprayed around the house.
Anyone comparing the cost of DIY vs. hiring a professional and wondering what’s worth it.
Getting rid of ants isn’t easy once they get into your house. However, hiring a professional at an affordable rate and following up with smart habits, like keeping food off counters and floors, can help you eliminate them for good.
Average Cost of Ant Pest Control Services
Most homeowners can expect to spend between $150 and $300 on average for a standard ant treatment. A simple job might be less, while a more severe infestation — like carpenter ants tunneling into wooden beams — could run $500 or more.
Consider it this way: hiring a professional for ants is like calling a plumber for a leak. You might be able to patch it yourself temporarily, but if the problem keeps returning, you’ll spend more on DIY sprays and traps than you would on one effective visit.
Pest control companies generally offer two types of services: a one-time treatment and ongoing plans to keep ants from returning to your home. Prices vary depending on your location, but these are some ballpark figures to give you an idea of the cost:
A one-time visit generally runs between $150–$300 and comes with a short guarantee
Quarterly plan, which helps with preventing ongoing infestations, runs around $100–$150 per visit
Cost-effective annual service contracts usually run from $400–$700 per year
The key to keeping your home free of ants is to ensure they aren’t attracted to your home and, thus, keep coming back.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Ant Treatment Services
There are billions and billions of ants in the world, and no two ant infestations are the same. The final price depends on things like:
Type of Ant
A few sugar ants near your pantry require different treatment than carpenter ants in your foundation. Because carpenter ants can damage wood, the treatment is more involved — and more expensive.
Size of the Infestation
Catching an ant problem early is usually cheaper. A handful of ants scouting your counters is one thing. A nest that’s spread through your walls is another.
Location of the Colony
Ants hiding in a flower bed are easier to treat than ants behind your dishwasher or in the crawl space. Accessibility affects price.
Frequency of Treatment
Sometimes one visit is enough. Other times — especially with stubborn species like carpenter or fire ants — you’ll need follow-up treatments or ongoing service.
The cost of ant control services is reasonable compared to the aggravation and potential damage to your home.
The Difference Between Traditional Ant Control and Non-Toxic Methods
When you think of ant exterminators, you probably see laying chemical baits, toxic sprays and “ant bombs”. These traditional methods can work in the short term. Still, they also bring trade-offs: toxic residues, safety concerns for pets and kids, and the possibility that the colony simply relocates and resurfaces later.
Non-toxic ant control takes a different path. Instead of relying on poisons, eco-friendly pest control focuses on addressing why the ants are there in the first place. Technicians may seal entry points, place safe traps, use natural deterrents, and target the nest with non-toxic solutions that eliminate the problem without leaving chemical residue behind.
The biggest difference? Peace of mind. With non-toxic ant control, you don’t have to clear out of your home, worry about what’s safe to touch after treatment, or deal with chemical odors. You can stay comfortable in your space knowing the problem is being solved safely for your family and the environment.
Non-Toxic Ant Control Services in Douglas County, Colorado by Zero Bugs
It can be frustrating to walk into your kitchen and see an army of ants marching around feasting on crumbs, especially when your home is clean. Ants are experts at sneaking into your home for any easy food source.
It can be frustrating to walk into your kitchen and see an army of ants marching around feasting on crumbs, especially when your home is clean. Ants are experts at sneaking into your home for any easy food source.
Traditional methods for ant control include pesticide treatments and chemical sprays, which can be harmful to pets and people. Unfortunately, many homeowners still believe the more toxic the spray, the better the treatment. But that’s not the case. At Zero Bugs, we use safer, non-poisonous ant control treatments that are just as effective, if not more, than nasty poison treatments. Our methods don’t ‘bomb’ or ‘fog’ your home or leave residue behind. Our methods are safe and traditional.
Contact us for a free estimate on getting rid of pesky ants in your home, or call us directly at (720) 776-5724 to speak to one of our ant control specialists. Zero toxins. Zero poisons. Zero bugs.
