Ant Control in Freeport, FL
Ant problems in Freeport range from aggressive fire ants in new construction yards to persistent ghost ants invading kitchens. Walton County's sandy soils and warm climate support large ant colonies year-round. Each species requires a different treatment approach for effective, lasting control.
Cadenhead Services has controlled ant infestations throughout Northwest Florida since 1983. We identify the species first, then apply the treatment proven to work.
Ant Species Common in Freeport
- Fire Ants: Build dome mounds, sting painfully. Common in Freeport's new construction yards and open areas. Risk to children and pets.
- Ghost Ants: Tiny, pale ants found in kitchens and bathrooms. Multiple queens make them persistent.
- Carpenter Ants: Large black ants excavating wood. Found in moisture-damaged areas.
- Odorous House Ants: Kitchen invaders with a distinctive rotten-coconut smell when crushed.
Our Ant Treatment Methods
We match treatment to species: broadcast bait for fire ants, targeted gel bait for kitchen species, void treatment for structural ants, and perimeter barrier for prevention. One treatment doesn't fit all ants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does ant control in Freeport?
Cadenhead Services / DontBugMe — (850) 682-4333. Family-owned since 1983, serving Walton and Okaloosa Counties.
Why don't store sprays work long-term?
They're repellents that scatter colonies without eliminating them. Professional baits let ants carry the active ingredient to the queen and brood.
How do you treat fire ant mounds?
Individual mound drench or broadcast granular bait across the yard, depending on your preference and infestation severity.
Are fire ant treatments safe for my lawn?
Yes. We use products safe for turf and landscaping when applied correctly.
Service Areas Near Freeport
We also serve DeFuniak Springs, Niceville, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, and throughout Walton County.
Stop ants at the source. Call (850) 682-4333. Family-owned since 1983.
