How to identify odorous house ants
Tiny dark ants about 1/8 inch that give off a rotten-coconut smell when crushed.
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Odorous House Ants in Utah
Your field guide to odorous house ants in Utah, from identification to professional control.
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Tiny dark ants about 1/8 inch that give off a rotten-coconut smell when crushed. This page covers how to recognize odorous house ants, what draws them to Utah properties, and what actually works to get rid of them. If you think you have odorous house ants now, skip ahead and call (435) 313-5882; inspections are free.
Behavior and habits
Highly mobile colonies with many queens, relocating indoors near warmth and moisture when weather shifts.
Why odorous house ants are a problem
They spread fast once inside and are notoriously hard to eliminate with store-bought sprays, which split colonies.
How Antex handles odorous house ants
Our technicians confirm the species first, because effective control depends on it. Then we treat the source: nesting sites, harborage, and the routes onto your property, using professional products applied precisely. If pests return between scheduled visits, we'll come back and address the issue at no additional cost.
Prevention tips
Avoid repellent sprays, keep counters dry and clean, and eliminate honeydew-producing aphids on landscape plants.
Questions
What people ask us
Are odorous house ants dangerous?
They spread fast once inside and are notoriously hard to eliminate with store-bought sprays, which split colonies.
How do I get rid of odorous house ants?
Store-bought products usually treat the symptom, not the source, which is why the problem returns. Professional control pairs correct identification with source treatment. Call (435) 313-5882 for a free inspection and flat quote.
How do I keep odorous house ants away?
Avoid repellent sprays, keep counters dry and clean, and eliminate honeydew-producing aphids on landscape plants.
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