Fire ants are a common nuisance in Texas, and they can be difficult to get rid of. While there are DIY methods you can try, such as dousing the mounds with hot water or applying bait treatments, these methods are not guaranteed to work and can even be dangerous. The best way to get rid of fire ants is to hire professionals. They have the experience and expertise to quickly and effectively eliminate fire ants from your property. What's more, you won't have to risk your safety to get a fire-ant-free lawn when you hire professionals!

Dousing the fire ant mounds with hot water is not a guaranteed way to eliminate them.

One common DIY method for getting rid of fire ants is to douse the mounds with hot water. While this may seem like a quick and inexpensive solution, it is not guaranteed to eliminate the colony. The queen ant, which is the key to the colony’s survival, often resides deep within the soil, well beyond the reach of the hot water. Even if a large number of ants are killed, the colony can quickly recover and rebuild the mound. In fact, disturbing the mound without eliminating the queen can sometimes cause the ants to spread out and form additional colonies in your yard, making the problem even worse.

This method also poses serious safety risks. Handling and pouring boiling water increases the likelihood of burns, especially if the water splashes or spills. A single mistake could result in painful, severe injuries. Because of the limited effectiveness and potential danger, pouring hot water on fire ant mounds is not a recommended method of control. Safer and more reliable solutions are available that target the entire colony and provide longer-lasting results.

Applying bait treatments can be effective at eliminating fire ants, but it may take a long time to get results.

Another DIY method for getting rid of fire ants is to apply bait treatments. Bait treatments work by attracting the fire ants to the bait, which they then carry back to the colony. The bait contains a slow-acting insecticide that kills the fire ants over time. While this method can be effective, it may take a long time to get results. The fire ants need to find the bait and carry it back to the colony, which can take several days or even weeks. Additionally, if the fire ants don't take the bait, the treatment won't be effective.

Hiring professionals is the best option for getting rid of fire ants.

Fire ants walking on sand in Austin, TX.

While DIY methods may seem like a cost-effective way to get rid of fire ants, they're not always effective and can even be dangerous. The best option for getting rid of fire ants is to hire professionals. Professionals have the experience and expertise to quickly and effectively eliminate fire ants from your property. They also use treatments that are proven to work, so you can rest assured that the fire ants will be eliminated. Additionally, you won't have to risk your safety to get a fire-ant-free lawn when you hire professionals. They'll take care of everything for you, so you don't have to worry about a thing.

Fire ants are known for their painful stings, which can cause allergic reactions in some people.

Call us today to schedule our fire ant control service.

If you're dealing with a fire ant infestation, we are the company to call. At Dr. Tex Lawn & Pest, we offer a fire ant control service that involves applying highly effective treatments to eliminate fire ants from your property and keep them away for 8 months. We offer our fire ant control service to property owners in Austin, TX, and surrounding areas like Round Rock and Cedar Park. Give us a call today at (512) 717-5071 to schedule our fire ant control service and say goodbye to these biting pests!