Ants are one of the most successful animals on the planet. More than 12,000 different ant species and quadrillions of individual ants exist.
These six-legged creatures have been around since the age of dinosaurs. They play important roles in building healthy ecosystems and can be found in just about every corner of the world. When they invade your home, yard or business, however, ants become pests.
To help you get rid of ants successfully and naturally, we created guides offering control tips, tactics and answers to your specific ant questions:
Explore the 5 steps that will help you get rid of ants for good.
The Best DIY Ant Killers in Canada
Pest HQ sells professional pest control products in Canada to the DIY or do-it-yourself market. Learn about the best DIY ant killers in Canada.
Why Do I Have Ants in My House?
Ants may be coming into your home or business for several reasons. To stop them, you need to know why they find your dwelling attractive and what you can do to make it less appealing.
The first step to get rid of ants is to perform a thorough inspection. Learn about the most common places to find ant activity, both indoors and outdoors.
Knowing how to follow an ant trail will help you locate and eliminate the source of your ant problem: the nest.
After getting rid of ants in your home or business, take these steps to keep them out of the structure and the yard. Also learn about ant control products that help prevent ant infestations.
How to Get Rid of Ants Outside
Ants can be real outdoor nuisance when they prevent you, your children, or your pets from enjoying time outside in the yard. Get tips to eliminate them.
The 7 Most Common Ant Pests in Canada
More than 100 species of ants are found in Canada. Among these, 7 cause the most problems in buildings and backyards. It’s important to know which ant is causing your ant problem because they’re not all controlled the same way.
How to Identify Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are one of the most common and problematic ants in Canada. Learn how to identify these ants and where you’ll most likely find them in your home or business.
How to Get Rid of Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants cause more damage to wooden structures in Canada than any other pest. Follow these 4 steps to get rid of them.
The pharaoh ant is an invasive ant in Canada and an increasingly common indoor pest. The wrong control approach will make this ant problem worse. Get tips to do it right.
The pavement ant is named for its habit of nesting under and next to pavement. Learn what it looks like, why it’s coming indoors, and how to eliminate it.
The thief ant is one of the smallest ants in Canada. It even can get into sealed food packages. Learn more about this ant, the best products to control it and how to prevent it from returning.
How to Identify Odorous House Ants
This native ant is quickly becoming one of the most dominant ant species in North America. Use the wrong pest control product on this ant and you will make the problem worse. Read more.
How to Identify Little Black Ants
Little black ants are one of the smallest pest ant species in Canada. Read on to learn if this ant causing your pest problem, and what to do if it is.
How to Identify European Fire Ants
The European fire ant is an aggressive, stinging invasive ant that is expanding its range in Canada. Learn how to identify and eliminate this yard pest.
