When temperatures begin to rise in the spring, pests like ants and wasps also begin to emerge to start looking for new food sources and shelter. Wasps can usually be managed using a wasp spray, and ants can be eliminated when you use store-bought baits. However, whether you simply don't feel comfortable tackling your wasp problem yourself or can't seem to completely get rid of ants, then you should consider hiring a professional pest control service.

Pros in Texas will have access to more effective pest control treatments than store-bought counterparts and will know the best places and ways of applying them. Plus, most pest control companies offer programs where they'll return to reapply treatments throughout the year.

Use Wasp Spray to Eliminate Wasps

Nest of wasps located on property in Plano, TX.

If you have a wasp infestation on your property, one of the first things you should do is grab a can of wasp spray. Many people wrongly believe that spraying water at them will work, but what actually happens is that the water causes the wasps to become even angrier! Wasp spray, on the other hand, contains insecticide that will eliminate wasps almost immediately upon contact, and it typically gives you a 20-foot range, making it easier to avoid getting stung. However, this kind of wasp control is not very effective in keeping wasps from building their nests on your property, so it is a curative solution rather than a preventative one.

If you have a large infestation of wasps, make sure you wear protective clothing and gear when dealing with them!

Get rid of ants this spring with store-bought baits!

Ants are another problematic pest that you may encounter on your property during the spring season. While ants aren't usually aggressive, they can create problems by taking over your indoor space and getting into your food supplies. Fortunately, you can get rid of them with store-bought baits! Ant baits contain a sweet liquid that attracts the ants, which they will then carry back to their colony. Once the ants bring the treatment back to their queen, she will be eliminated along with all the other ants in her colony. By targeting the queen, you're eliminating the heart of the issue and preventing the ant population from growing larger.

Hire Pros to Get Rid of Pests Like Wasps & Ants this Spring

While you can certainly try to get rid of pests like wasps and ants yourself this spring, hiring pros is always your better option. Professionals know exactly what to do to effectively control the populations of these pests on your property and will use professional-grade products to prevent them from entering or building nests near your home in the first place.

When you buy pest control products off the shelf, there is no guarantee that they will actually work for your particular pest issue. Professional companies usually utilize treatments that have already undergone extensive testing and research and have shown recurring success. Plus, professional pest control services typically provide scheduled visits throughout the year so that you have overlapping protection. Should you still experience any pest issues, they will also usually return for free as part of the pest control service to apply curative treatments.

Call us today to enroll in our perimeter pest control service!

Are you tired of seeing wasps and ants around your property? Let our experts at CitiTurf help! We offer our top-notch perimeter pest control service to residential properties in Plano, Allen, Frisco, McKinney, TX, and nearby areas. This service includes our treatment application around your home every three months for a total of four visits throughout the year. This will give you consistent protection from pests like wasps, ants, spiders, roaches, and more. Call us today at 972-516-0001 to sign up for our perimeter pest control service!