Sidewalk Ant Control Services
What Are Sidewalk Ants?
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(Tetramorium caespitum)
Sidewalk ants, also known as pavement ants, are small brown ants commonly found nesting under sidewalks, driveways, and building foundations. They’re named for their habit of pushing sand and debris through cracks in pavement, creating small mounds on the surface.
Key Identification Features:
Common Names:
- Pavement ants
- House ants
- Sugar ants (when found indoors)
- Concrete ants
🔍 Quick Identification
Look for small brown ants creating sand piles near cracks in concrete, or trailing in lines along sidewalks and building foundations. They’re most active during warm weather.
Signs of Sidewalk Ant Activity
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Sidewalk Ant Colonies
Outdoor Signs:
- Sand mounds: Small piles of excavated soil near pavement cracks
- Ant trails: Lines of ants along sidewalks and foundations
- Swarming: Winged ants emerging from pavement in spring
- Territorial battles: Large groups of ants fighting on pavement
Indoor Signs:
- Ants trailing along baseboards and walls
- Activity near food sources in kitchens
- Ants emerging from cracks in basement floors
- Small groups foraging near pet food
Preferred Nesting Locations:
- Under sidewalks and driveways
- Along building foundations
- Beneath concrete slabs
- Under stones and landscape blocks
- In wall voids near ground level
🌡️ Seasonal Activity
Peak Season: Late spring through early fall when temperatures are warm
Indoor Activity: Increases during hot summer months and when seeking moisture
Sidewalk Ant Behavior & Biology
Colony Structure:
- Colony Size: 3,000-4,000 workers per colony
- Multiple Queens: Colonies may have several egg-laying queens
- Satellite Nests: Often establish multiple connected colonies
Sidewalk Ants
What Ohio Sidewalk Ants look like.