🐜 Ant Control in Broward County, FL

Broward County's subtropical climate means ants are active all year with no winter slowdown. The three most problematic species in the county are fire ants (Solenopsis invicta), which build characteristic mounds in lawns and landscapes and deliver painful stings when disturbed; ghost ants (Tapinoma melanocephalum), tiny pale ants that are nearly impossible to see but invade kitchens and bathrooms in large numbers; and white-footed ants (Technomyrmex difficilis), a supercolony-forming species that can number in the millions and is resistant to many standard insecticide treatments.

Broward County's warm, humid environment supports year-round ant reproduction. Fire ant mounds rebuild rapidly after heavy summer rains, often relocating to higher ground or into wall voids. Ghost ants thrive in South Florida's high-humidity environment and prefer sweet foods and moisture sources under sinks and behind appliances. White-footed ants are particularly challenging in Broward because their supercolony structure means only about 10% of the colony forages — standard spray treatments kill foragers but leave the colony intact.

How We Treat Ants in Broward County

• Broadcast fire ant bait programs — granular bait carried back to the colony reaches the queen — far more effective than contact sprays
• Colony-targeting gel bait for ghost ants — non-repellent gel placed in harborage areas; workers carry it back to the colony over 1-2 weeks
• Perimeter treatment for white-footed ants — liquid residual applied to all exterior entry points and vegetation touching the structure
• Entry point sealing — caulking of cracks, gaps around plumbing, and door thresholds to prevent reinfestation