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Last Updated: September 21, 2026
Scarborough Ant Control & Extermination
Professional Ant Exterminators in Scarborough
Ants can become difficult to control once a colony establishes itself inside walls, kitchens, basements, patios or structural voids.
Guard More Pest Control provides professional ant control and extermination throughout Scarborough for houses, condos, apartments and commercial properties.
Our technicians identify the ant species, inspect where activity is occurring and select a treatment based on the colony location, property and infestation.
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Professional Ant Control in Scarborough
The ants travelling across a countertop or floor may only be workers leaving a larger colony hidden somewhere else.
Effective ant control starts by determining:
- What species is present
- Where ants are travelling
- Where they may be nesting
- What food or moisture is supporting them
- Whether activity is indoors, outdoors or both
- Whether multiple colonies may be involved
Common Ants in Scarborough
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants can establish nests inside wood that has been softened or damaged by moisture.
They do not eat wood like termites, but they can excavate galleries inside it for nesting.
Carpenter-ant activity may be associated with:
- Damp wood
- Roof or window leaks
- Decks
- Wall cavities
- Attics
- Door and window frames
- Exterior trees or stumps
Finding and correcting the moisture condition is an important part of long-term carpenter-ant control.
Image: Carpenter Ant on cement sidewalk
Image: Carpenter Ant damaged bench wood
Pavement Ants
Pavement ants commonly nest around:
- Foundations
- Patios
- Walkways
- Driveways
- Cracks in concrete
- Building edges
They may move indoors while searching for food and can become persistent around kitchens and lower levels of buildings.
Image: Pavement Ant hole in the concrete pavement
Odorous House Ants
Odorous house ants are small ants capable of establishing multiple nesting locations. Correct identification is important because colony behaviour affects the appropriate treatment.
Pharaoh Ants
Pharaoh ants are small indoor ants that can be especially difficult to control in multi-unit properties.
They may establish multiple colonies throughout a building and can move through wall voids, plumbing areas and utility pathways.
Improper treatment can make Pharaoh-ant problems more difficult, so accurate identification matters before treatment begins.
Signs of an Ant Infestation
Common signs include:
- Ant trails in kitchens or bathrooms
- Ants around sinks
- Activity near windows or doors
- Ants appearing from cracks
- Sawdust-like material associated with carpenter ants
- Repeated activity around patios or foundations
- Winged ants appearing indoors
- Ants returning after DIY spraying
A few occasional ants may be exploratory workers.
Repeated activity from the same area is more likely to indicate an established route or nearby colony.
Our Scarborough Ant-Control Process
1. Identify the Species
Different ants require different control strategies.
Correct identification is especially important for carpenter ants and Pharaoh ants.
Image: Pavement Ants on a cement block
2. Inspect Ant Activity
We inspect visible trails, likely nesting locations, moisture conditions and access points.
3. Target the Colony
Depending on the species and location, treatment may include:
- Professional ant baits
- Gel baits
- Non-repellent products
- Targeted nest treatment
- Crack-and-crevice treatment
- Exterior perimeter treatment
The objective is to affect the colony rather than only the workers that happen to be visible.
4. Address Contributing Conditions
Food, water, structural gaps and moisture can support ant activity.
We provide practical recommendations where these conditions are contributing.
5. Monitor the Result
Ant activity should decline as the treatment reaches the colony.
More established ant infestations may require follow-up.
Carpenter Ant Control in Scarborough
Carpenter ants deserve separate attention because the visible insects may not be nesting in the exact area where they are being seen.
A property may have:
- An indoor satellite colony
- An outdoor parent colony
- Moisture-damaged wood
- Multiple travel routes
Simply spraying the ants walking across a wall does not address those conditions.
Inspection should focus on locating likely nesting areas and identifying moisture or structural issues contributing to the problem.
Ant Control for Scarborough Businesses
Guard More also provides ant control for commercial properties including:
- Restaurants
- Offices
- Retail businesses
- Commercial kitchens
- Warehouses
Commercial treatment can include inspection, targeted treatment, monitoring and ongoing pest-management programmes.
Why Do Ants Keep Coming Back?
Recurring ant activity may be caused by:
- An untreated colony
- Multiple nests
- Moisture
- Food availability
- Exterior colonies
- Structural openings
- Adjacent units
- Inappropriate DIY treatment
Killing the ants you can see does not necessarily eliminate the colony producing them.
Should You Spray Ants Yourself?
Store-bought spray can kill ants on contact, but this may not solve an established colony.
Some ant species respond better to slow-acting bait or non-repellent treatment that can be transferred through the colony.
Using repellent sprays around bait placements may also interfere with the treatment strategy.
Scarborough Areas We Serve
Guard More provides ant control across Scarborough, including:
- Agincourt
- Bendale
- Birch Cliff
- Cliffside
- Dorset Park
- Guildwood
- Kennedy Park
- Malvern
- Milliken
- Scarborough Village
- Wexford
- West Hill
- Highland Creek
- Port Union
Why Choose Guard More for Ant Control?
Guard More provides residential and commercial ant control throughout Scarborough and the GTA.
Our service includes:
- MECP-licensed pest-control technicians
- Ant-species identification
- Detailed inspection
- Targeted treatment
- Residential and commercial service
- Transparent pricing
- HomeStars 'Best of' 2026 recognition
Scarborough Ant Control FAQs
How long does ant treatment take to work?
The timeline depends on the species, colony size and treatment method. Bait-based treatments may require time because workers need to carry the active ingredient back into the colony.
Why are ants still visible after treatment?
Some continued activity can occur while ants interact with bait or treated areas. The important measure is whether activity progressively declines.
Are carpenter ants the same as termites?
No. Carpenter ants do not eat wood. They excavate galleries inside suitable wood for nesting.
Can ants live inside walls?
Yes. Several ant species can establish nests or travel routes inside wall cavities and other concealed spaces.
Why shouldn't I spray Pharaoh ants?
Pharaoh-ant infestations can be complicated by inappropriate treatment. Professional control commonly relies on carefully placed slow-acting bait rather than indiscriminate repellent spraying.
Do you treat commercial properties?
Yes. Guard More provides ant control for restaurants, offices, retail properties, apartment buildings and other commercial environments.
What Our Ant Customers Say
★★★★★ marilyn dela paz
There were many ants inside my house. Gary treated my house with interior and exterior ant bait stations and outdoor spray. I do not see anymore ants in the kitchen after a few weeks later.
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If ants keep appearing in your kitchen, bathroom, basement or business, the colony may be larger than the activity you can see.
Guard More Pest Control can identify the ant species, inspect the property and recommend an appropriate ant treatment programme.
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