How to identify pavement ants
Small brown-black ants about 1/8 inch with faint grooves on the head and thorax.
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Pavement Ants: Identification and Control
Your field guide to pavement ants in Utah, from identification to professional control.
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Small brown-black ants about 1/8 inch with faint grooves on the head and thorax. This page covers how to recognize pavement ants, what draws them to Utah properties, and what actually works to get rid of them. If you think you have pavement ants now, skip ahead and call (435) 313-5882; inspections are free.
Behavior and habits
They nest under driveways, sidewalks, and slabs, pushing up little sand craters between pavement joints.
Why pavement ants are a problem
Colonies invade kitchens in large numbers and contaminate anything sweet or greasy.
How Antex handles pavement 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
Seal expansion joints and slab cracks, and keep outdoor eating areas free of crumbs.
Questions
What people ask us
Are pavement ants dangerous?
Colonies invade kitchens in large numbers and contaminate anything sweet or greasy.
How do I get rid of pavement 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 pavement ants away?
Seal expansion joints and slab cracks, and keep outdoor eating areas free of crumbs.
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