Fire Ant Control For Your Lawn, Playgrounds, and Schools

Imported fire ants (IFA) were accidentally introduced into the United States from South America about 70 years ago. The first documented infestation of these ants in Arkansas was in El Dorado in 1958. Currently, they infest much of southern Arkansas and have been found in the more northern reaches of the state. Fire ants are reddish brown and range in length from 1/8 to 1/4 inch. In addition to their physical characteristics and aggressive swarming behavior, they are identified by their painful sting, which produces a small pustule (white bump) on the victim within 8 to 24 hours. Imported fire ants infest home lawns, playgrounds, school yards, parks and other recreational areas, as well as pastures and cropland. Fire ants not only cause problems to homeowners but also economic losses in agriculture, such as the poultry and cattle industries. They construct unsightly mounds, which cause difficulty during mowing and can damage farm and lawn maintenance equipment. In addition, fire ants are attracted to electrical fields. Short circuits and damage to equipment such as air conditioners are the result of numerous fire ants being attracted to the units. Imported fire ants are a serious pest, but fortunately their impact upon our lives can be minimized through patience and the use of professional pest management practices. Accurase of Central Arkansas is a professional pest management company that specializes in fire ant control. Call them today at (501)329-5222 for any of your pest control needs......