Ants · Austin, Texas
Sugar Ants (Rover Ants)
Very small dark-brown ants that form loose trails. Most people in Austin call them sugar ants.
Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats sugar ants (rover ants) in Austin and 26 nearby towns. They're covered on the quarterly pest plan, from $90 a visit, with free return visits between treatments. No contract. Call or text 512-203-0525.
Signs you have them
- Trails along the counter, sink, or baseboards
- Ants swarming a drop of juice or sweet residue
- Winged rover ants near windows in late spring
Why it matters
A nuisance. They contaminate food but don't sting or damage the house.
How we treat it
Exterior non-repellent treatment around the foundation where they nest, plus bait inside along the trails.
Good to knowSugar ants inside the home are covered by our warranty. If they come back between quarterly visits, we treat them at no charge.
Prevention
- Wipe counters and keep sweets sealed
- Fix leaks under sinks
- Keep mulch and soil from piling against the slab
From a customer
“Fast response. Timely service. Honest about what needed to be done. The fact that ant treatments are separated from general pest control treatments for many insects. The prices are competitive too!”
Questions
Are sugar ants covered on the quarterly plan?+
Yes. Sugar (rover) ants inside the home are covered between scheduled visits.
Where we treat sugar ants
Season in Central Texas: Active Mar–Oct; peak Apr–Sep.
Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:
