Frequently Asked Pest Control Questions

Wondering why you can’t get rid of the ants in your kitchen? Ants can be difficult to get rid of because they are constantly forging, looking for food. So, in a situation where you are having trouble with ants, finding their entry points and baiting heavy outside is your best solution.

Need help with an ant problem? Contact us online or give us a call at (757) 204-4523. We offer free home inspections!

One of the questions we get asked a lot is, “What is the difference between a flying ant and a termite?” There are a few ways to tell the difference. First, winged termites have a straight waist and straight antennae. Their two sets of wings are equal in size and those wings are shed soon after they emerge from their nest, or swarm. Winged termites usually swarm in the early Spring, when it is warm and rainy.

Flying ants have skinny waists and bent antennae and are often mistaken for swarming termites. Unlike termites, when comparing flying ants’ two sets of wings, one set is larger than the other. Depending on their species, flying ants will swarm at different times of the year.

If you need help identifying a pest, or if you know for sure that you have termites, contact Priority Pest for a free home termite inspection, a professional opinion and a proper fix. We offer termite treatment services and maintenance plans to keep your family and home rid of these damaging pests. Give us a call at (757) 204-4523!