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FREE CLUB MEMBERSHIP
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY!
Becoming a CLUB MEMBER comes with a series of benefits that may include:
– Special Discounts available only for our Club Members
– Access to Level 1 Premium Educational Content
– Discounts and Sales generated by our business partners in the areas of: Vet Services, Landscaping, Pet Store and Irrigations.
Myth or Reality?
Welcome to our exclusive educational program aimed at educating the public about the potential risks associated with pests. Our program provides fascinating and scientifically-supported data that aligns with our vision and mission.
We offer quick and easy-to-digest information on individual pests, as well as a more in-depth program exclusively for members. As a member, you’ll gain access to premium content, including written articles, videos, podcasts, and live streaming events.
In addition, members will receive special offers and discounts on workshops and live events. Best of all, membership is completely free! All you have to do is sign up for our email list and you’ll be granted access to all our exclusive content.
Join us today and become part of a community dedicated to educating and protecting against pests. And don’t worry – we promise to keep your data safe and won’t share it with any third-party companies.
Ants:Â Food Thieves?
One common myth about ants is that they are always looking for ways to invade our homes and steal our food. While it’s true that some species of ants can be a nuisance in the home, not all ants fit this description. In fact, many species of brown ants are completely harmless and are more interested in foraging for food and tending to their colonies than they are in bothering humans. It’s important to understand that ants are an important part of our ecosystem, and that they play a crucial role in breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients. Rather than trying to eliminate them completely, it’s often better to simply manage their presence in our homes and gardens.
299
YEARLY | SEASONAL
- Safe effective ant control for your home and yard areas
- We prioritize removing ants from unwanted areas to preserve the ecosystem of your exterior property.
- We will use products that repel ants in very targeted areas for maximum effect and minimal impact to non target species
- Guaranteed results!
ANTS PROGRAM
Here you have the option of our most basic ant program, our exterior insect program or our 4-season program!
What to expect?
Our ant treatment service specializes in highly targeted perimeter applications, providing an efficient and effective solution to keep your property free from troublesome ant infestations. By choosing our service, you benefit from a focused approach that tackles ant issues at their origin while minimizing the use of chemicals in and around your home or business. Our expert technicians are well-versed in the latest industry practices, ensuring both safety and efficacy in our treatments.
After signing up for our service, you can expect a prompt and professional response from our team. Within 24 hours, we will reach out to you via email to schedule a visit for your first treatment. Our customized approach allows us to address your specific needs and deliver a tailored solution to your ant problem. With our expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction, you can trust us to protect your home or business from unwelcome ant intrusions, creating a more pleasant and secure environment for you and your loved ones.
699
yearly
189
quarterly
- All inclusive (total) pest control for your home and yard
- Interior and exterior are included
- Safe and environmentally friendly
- No contract required
- Guaranteed results!
4-SEASON PROGRAM
A year-round pest control service is a comprehensive approach to managing pests that includes all forms of pest control. This service involves a team of trained professionals who use a variety of techniques to prevent and eliminate pests from your home. The service includes an initial inspection to identify any existing pest problems and potential entry points, followed by a tailored treatment plan to target specific pests. The service may include regular visits throughout the year to monitor and prevent new pest infestations. The goal of this service is to create a pest-free environment that is safe and healthy for you, your family, or customers.
What is included with this service?
This service includes, 3 perimeter treatments of door frames, window frames and areas where spider webs are undesirable. Dewebbing of the entire house and fence. Rodent control on a as needed basis. Any other pests that might appear will be controlled as part of the program.
INSECT (guaranteed): Ants, Wasps, Flies, Beetles, Cockroaches, Silverfish, Centipedes, Millipedes, Sow Bugs, Pill Bugs
RODENT (guaranteed): Mice, Rats
ARACHNID (guaranteed): Spiders + Web Removal, Mites
Controlled (but not guaranteed) during our treatments as an added bonus.
- Voles
- Mosquitos
399
YEARLY
- Seasonal exterior insect control from May-October
- Ants and Spiders are included
- Free service calls
- No contract required
- Guaranteed results!
EXTERIOR INSECT PROGRAM
Our exterior insect program is the seasonal solution for enjoying your home to the fullest potential
What is included with this service?
This service includes 3 perimeter treatements of door frames, window frames and areas where spiderwebs are undesireable. Like our 4 season program this includes dewebbing of the entire house and fence.
INSECT (guaranteed): Ants, Wasps, Flies, Beetles, Silverfish, Centipedes, Millipedes, Sow Bugs, Pill Bugs
ARACHNID (guaranteed): Spiders + Web Removal, Mites
Controlled (but not guaranteed) during our treatments as an added bonus.
- Mosquitos
Ants | Cool Facts
Did you know that ants can communicate?
It’s true! Ants have a complex system of communication that involves pheromones, sounds, and touch. They use pheromones to leave trails for other ants to follow, and can also communicate through sound by rubbing their legs together or tapping their antennae.
Ants have a highly organized social structure with different types of ants performing specific tasks. The queen ant lays eggs and is responsible for the reproduction of the colony, while worker ants gather food, care for the young, and defend the colony. This ability to communicate and organized social structure has allowed ants to accomplish feats of engineering, warfare, farming, and animal husbandry long before any human ever considered attempting it.
When you combine their sophisticated communication with their strong mandibles that can carry objects that are many times their own weight, specialized body structure that allows them to move quickly and efficiently, and their exoskeleton which acts like a suit of armor, it’s probably a good thing ants are a lot smaller than us.
Fearless Through Knowledge
Ants, like many other insects, are often seen as pests and are sometimes feared by people. However, these amazing creatures are an important part of the ecosystem and provide a number of benefits that are often overlooked. Understanding the importance of ants and their role in the ecosystem is essential in changing the negative perception that many people have of them.
Ants are tiny pest control technicians! They play an important role in controlling the populations of other pest insects, such as invasive beetles, flies, and cockroaches. Ants are known to feed on the eggs and larvae of many these pest insects, which helps to keep their populations under control. In addition, ants help to aerate the soil, which allows water and nutrients to reach plant roots more easily. They also help to break down organic matter, which contributes to the health of the soil.
Ants are also important for their role in seed dispersal. Many species of plants rely on ants for protection and to disperse their seeds. As the ants carry the seeds back to their colonies, seeds are often brought to areas where they can germinate and grow. This process helps to maintain the biodiversity of ecosystems and supports the growth of many plant species.
Despite their benefits, ants can also pose problems for humans, such as infesting homes and causing damage to structures. However, there are non-toxic and humane methods of controlling ant populations, such as sealing off entry points and using natural repellents. This is why Innovative Pest Solutions uses an approach to ant infestations in a way that is both effective, safe, and environmentally responsible. We aim to keep ants in areas where they can continue their important job of contributing to our natural ecosystem.
We believe ants should not be feared, but instead, they should be appreciated for their important contributions to nature. By helping to control the populations of other insects, aerate the soil, and aid in seed dispersal, they support the growth and diversity of plant species. While they they sometimes pose problems for humans, there are humane and environmentally responsible methods of controlling ant populations. By understanding the importance of ants and taking steps to coexist with them, we can help to maintain healthy and diverse ecosystems.
Sorry To BUG YOU…
Spring has sprung, and with it comes the promise of renewal, rejuvenation, and warmer weather. For us at Innovative Pest Solutions, it also means that it's time to ramp up our efforts to provide eco-friendly pest control services that keep our customers' homes and...
Under
The
Microscope
Ants are found all over the world, and while they may be small in size, they have some gross habits. One of these habits is their tendency to “milk” aphids for their sweet excrement, known as honeydew. Ants will stroke the backs of aphids with their antennae, causing them to release drops of honeydew that the ants then consume.
Another gross fact about ants is that they are known to carry harmful bacteria and pathogens on their bodies. When they crawl over food or other surfaces, they can transfer these bacteria, which can cause illness and disease in humans. In fact, some species of ants have been linked to the spread of diseases like dysentery and salmonella.
Ants are also known for their aggressive behavior towards other ant species. They will often engage in territorial battles and will attack and kill other ants in their quest for resources and territory. This behavior can be quite gruesome to witness, as the ants will swarm and dismember their opponents in a show of dominance.
Frenzied Food Dance
When an ant discovers a food source, it doesn’t just return to the nest to inform its fellow ants about the find. Instead, it performs a dance called the tandem run, which involves leading another ant to the food source in a series of zigzagging motions. This dance allows the ant to communicate the exact location of the food to its partner, ensuring that it can be easily found by the rest of the colony.
The tandem run is a remarkable display of teamwork and communication among ants. The leading ant will frequently pause during the dance to ensure that its partner is still following. If the follower loses sight of the leader, the leader will backtrack to re-establish the connection, ensuring that the dance is successful in guiding the follower to the food source.
The success of the tandem run relies on the ants’ ability to sense and interpret the pheromone trails left by the leading ant. These chemical signals allow ants to communicate with each other and navigate their environment effectively. The tandem run is just one example of how ants use pheromone trails to work together and support the success of their colony.
In conclusion, the ants’ tandem run is an amusing yet essential aspect of their communication and teamwork. This frenzied food dance demonstrates the incredible coordination and cooperation that exists within ant colonies, allowing them to efficiently locate and retrieve food resources for the benefit of their entire community.
A Mutual Love Affair
Ants and aphids share a unique and somewhat comical symbiotic relationship that benefits both parties involved. This partnership, often referred to as a mutual love affair, involves ants protecting aphids from predators in exchange for a sweet reward in the form of honeydew. In this section, we will delve into the fascinating dynamics of this relationship and the various ways ants and aphids work together to ensure each other’s survival.
Aphids are small insects that feed on the sap of plants. As they consume the sap, they excrete a sugary substance called honeydew. Ants, with their insatiable sweet tooth, absolutely love honeydew, making aphids an attractive partner. In exchange for the honeydew, ants protect aphids from predators, such as ladybugs and parasitic wasps, that would otherwise pose a significant threat to their survival.
The relationship between ants and aphids goes beyond just protection and food. Ants are known to “”farm”” aphids, much like humans farm cattle. They will actively move aphids to new plants to ensure they have a constant supply of sap to feed on, and they will even shelter the aphids in their nests during harsh weather conditions or when predators are nearby. This level of care and attention ensures that the ants have a continuous supply of honeydew, while the aphids receive protection and sustenance.
In some cases, ants have even been observed stroking aphids with their antennae to encourage the production of honeydew. This gentle “”milking”” action stimulates the aphids to release more honeydew for the ants to consume, further strengthening their mutual bond.
The symbiotic relationship between ants and aphids is not just beneficial for the two species involved but can also have a positive impact on the ecosystem as a whole. The presence of ants can deter other pests that may damage plants, while the honeydew produced by aphids serves as an important food source for other insects, such as bees and butterflies.
Despite the comical nature of this mutual love affair, the partnership between ants and aphids is a prime example of the complex and intricate relationships that exist within the natural world. By working together, these two seemingly unrelated species have developed a mutually beneficial system that ensures their survival and success.
In conclusion, the relationship between ants and aphids is a fascinating and somewhat amusing example of symbiosis in nature. Through their mutual love affair, both species benefit from the protection, food, and care provided by the other. This partnership not only highlights the incredible adaptability and resourcefulness of ants and aphids but also demonstrates the importance of understanding and appreciating the complex interconnections that exist within our ecosystems.
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