As Fresno heats up, so does ant activity. Summertime is prime season for ant infestations—especially in the Central Valley, where warm weather, dry soil, and food sources make our homes a target.
At Octane Exterminators, we’ve helped hundreds of Fresno homeowners and businesses get ants under control before they become a bigger problem. Here’s what you need to know—and what you can do now to stop ants in their tracks.
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Why Ants Invade in the Summer
Ants become especially active during the hot months as they:
• Search for food and water,
• Establish and expand new colonies,
• Look for cool, moist areas to shelter.
Cracks in foundations, tiny entry points, and even a stray crumb can attract a whole colony—fast.
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Top Tips to Prevent Ant Infestations
Here’s how to protect your home or business:
1. Seal entry points
Inspect doors, windows, and foundation cracks. Use caulk to seal gaps and replace worn weather stripping.
2. Eliminate food sources
Clean up crumbs and spills right away. Store food (especially pet food and snacks) in airtight containers.
3. Remove water access
Fix leaks under sinks and around your yard. Even a dripping hose can be a water source for ants.
4. Trim vegetation near your home
Ants use branches and shrubs as bridges into your house. Keep landscaping trimmed back at least 12 inches from walls.
5. Don’t rely on DIY sprays
Most store-bought sprays only kill surface ants. If the queen survives, the colony rebounds quickly.
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Call in the Experts: Octane Exterminators
At Octane Exterminators, we use targeted treatments that eliminate ants at the source—including the queen. Our summer ant control service is safe, effective, and tailored to Fresno homes and businesses.
We treat:
• Argentine ants
• Odorous house ants
• Pavement ants
• And more
We’ll also walk your property, identify risk areas, and help you build a custom prevention plan.
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Schedule Your Summer Service Today
Don’t wait until ants take over your kitchen or backyard.
Call Octane Exterminators at (559) 387-6898 or book online to get ahead of summer pests and reclaim your home.
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