Ants · Austin, Texas
Tawny Crazy Ants
Small reddish-brown ants covered in fine hairs. They run fast in erratic, zig-zag paths.
Quick answerMagic Pest & Lawn treats tawny 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
- Ground or walls carpeted in ants
- Dead ant piles in electrical boxes, pumps, and AC units
- Ants that don't follow a straight trail
Why it matters
Populations get so dense they short out electrical equipment and push out other ants. Neighboring yards usually have them too.
How we treat it
Exterior non-repellent treatment, bait inside, and a granular product in the yard when needed. Follow-up visits are almost always needed, and treating neighbors at the same time helps a lot. We can quote your neighbors too.
Prevention
- Clear leaf litter, rocks, and debris near the house
- Keep mulch thin near the foundation
- Check electrical boxes and seal them where possible
Where we treat tawny crazy ants
Season in Central Texas: Active Mar–Nov; peak May–Oct.
Magic Pest & Lawn serves Austin and 26 surrounding towns, including:
