Ant Infestations in Northern Virginia: What Homeowners in Fairfax, Alexandria & Arlington Need to Know
Ants are one of the most common pests in Northern Virginia, and they’re more than just a nuisance. Once they find a way into your home, they can be tough to eliminate without professional help.
At Senate Termite & Pest Control, we’ve been serving Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, and surrounding areas for over 30 years, and we know exactly how to deal with Virginia’s most persistent ants—fast.
Why Are Ants So Active in Northern Virginia?
Virginia’s mix of warm, humid summers and mild winters creates ideal conditions for ants. Combine that with dense suburban neighborhoods and older housing stock, and you’ve got the perfect setup for indoor ant problems year-round.
We see frequent ant infestations in:
- Fairfax
- Alexandria
- Arlington
- Falls Church
- Springfield
- McLean
- Woodbridge
- Annandale
These areas are full of both historic homes and new construction, and ants don’t discriminate—they’ll exploit any small crack, drip of sugar, or moisture source they can find.
Common Ants in Virginia Homes
Here are the species our technicians treat the most in Northern Virginia:
1. Odorous House Ants
These are the tiny brown ants you often see in kitchens or around windows. They smell like rotten coconut when crushed and can form massive colonies.
2. Carpenter Ants
These large black ants don’t eat wood, but they tunnel through it, potentially causing serious damage to structural framing, decks, and window sills.
3. Pavement Ants
Often found in driveways and patios, these ants move inside through foundation cracks and can infest kitchens and bathrooms.
Why DIY Ant Treatments Often Fail
Store-bought sprays and bait traps might kill a few ants, but they won’t eliminate the queen—and without getting the colony’s heart, the infestation always returns.
Our trained technicians use professional-grade baits, non-repellent sprays, and strategic treatments that wipe out the entire colony, even the ones hiding in walls, crawl spaces, and outside nests.
Local, Trusted Pest Control Backed by Real Results
Senate Termite & Pest Control has thousands of 5-star reviews across Northern Virginia, and every service is backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Whether you're in a condo in Arlington, a townhouse in Fairfax, or a single-family home in Springfield, we’ve got a treatment plan that works.
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