Ants · Austin, Texas
Black Crazy Ants
Dark gray-black ants with long legs and very long antennae. They move fast and change direction constantly.
Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats black crazy ants in Austin and 26 nearby towns as their own treatment, quoted before we start. Text a photo to 512-203-0525 for a quick quote.
Signs you have them
- Ants racing across counters with no clear trail
- Activity near sweets, grease, and pet food
- Heavier activity after rain
Why it matters
A nuisance more than a danger, but colonies have many queens and bounce back from spot spraying.
How we treat it
Non-repellent exterior treatment and bait placed along the routes they're using inside. Repellent sprays scatter them, so we avoid those indoors.
Prevention
- Keep pet food sealed
- Remove debris piles near the house
- Fix leaks that keep soil damp near the slab
Where we treat black crazy ants
Season in Central Texas: Active Mar–Nov; peak May–Oct.
Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:
