Ant Control in Centerburg, OH
Stop ants at the colony, not just the ones you see
Ant problems often start small, a trail along a baseboard, a few in the sink, then suddenly the kitchen is “theirs.” The key is correctly identifying the ant species and targeting the colony, because spraying the visible ants rarely solves the root cause.
Common Ohio ants we deal with
In Ohio, homeowners commonly run into odorous house ants, pavement ants, carpenter ants, and field ants. Each behaves differently, nests in different places, and responds best to different treatment strategies.
Our approach
Caudill Pest Control focuses on species identification, locating activity zones and entry points, and applying targeted treatments that eliminate the colony and reduce attractants. We also provide practical prevention steps, sealing, moisture, food storage, and habitat adjustments, to help keep ants from returning.
Signs You Need This Service
- Ant trails and repeat sightings: You may see steady “lines” of ants along baseboards, window sills, or countertops, especially near food and water. If trails reappear daily, there is usually an established colony nearby.
- Sawdust-like debris or rustling in wood: Carpenter ants can push out frass, a mix of wood shavings and insect parts, near trim, windows, or damp wood. They do not eat wood, but they can excavate it and are often linked to moisture issues.
- Small piles of soil or outdoor mound activity: Pavement ants and field ants may build nests under sidewalks, driveways, patio edges, and landscape stones. Activity often increases after rain or during warm spells.
Our Process
We start by confirming which ant you are dealing with and where they are nesting, indoors, outdoors, or both. Then we apply a targeted treatment plan designed to eliminate the colony and disrupt active trails, while also addressing the conditions that keep ants coming back, like moisture, food access, and easy entry points. Most ant issues improve quickly after treatment, but lasting results come from combining control with prevention steps.
Inspection and species identification
We locate active trails, nesting zones, and entry points, then identify the likely ant type so treatment matches the problem.
Colony focused treatment plan
We select the right strategy for the species and setting, focusing on eliminating the nest and reducing foraging activity.
Targeted application to trails and harborages
Treatments are applied where ants travel and nest, such as cracks, crevices, voids, exterior foundation lines, and moisture-prone areas.
Root cause recommendations
We point out the biggest drivers, like leaks, damp wood, gaps around doors and windows, mulch against the foundation, or food access.
Prevention and follow-up guidance
We provide simple steps to keep ants out long-term and recommend follow-up if conditions or species require it.