FAQ

  • Termites

    • Are termites dangerous?
      Termites pose no danger to people as they don’t bite or sting and aren’t known to spread disease. In fact, they rarely come into direct contact with people. But, termites are considered dangerous due to the fact that they can cause significant structural damage to homes and buildings in which they've built their nests.

      Termites feed on wood from the inside out. As a result, it can take quite some time for their presence to be revealed and, unfortunately, they are not usually discovered before their damage has become quite extensive. Termite damage can be serious and costly to repair and is often not covered by homeowner’s insurance policies.
    • How do you tell the difference between swarming termites and flying ants?

      Termite swarmers and flying or winged ants are often confused with one another. It is important to know the difference between the two so proper treatment can be secured.

      Listed below are some easy ways to spot the differences between winged termites and winged ants:

      • Termites have straight antennae, while ants have bent or elbowed antennae.
      • Termites have thicker, less-defined waists and ants have pinched waists.
      • Termites have two pairs of equal-length wings; ants have front wings that are longer than their hind wings.
      • Termite wings are typically clear while ant wings are tinted brown.

      If you see any winged insect in or around your home or business and are unsure of what you are seeing, immediately contact the termite professionals found at The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. We will come to your aid to determine the species of insect that has invaded your property and quickly implement an effective treatment solution.

    • What are the signs of termites?

      Identifying a termite infestation can be trying, as they attack wood structures from the inside out and are rarely visible. To help you determine the presence of termites on your property or in your home sooner rather than later, we have provided below a few common signs of a termite infestation:

      Termites create mud tubes. They travel from their underground colonies to food sources inside mud tubes that are about the width of a pencil. They are often found running along the ground toward your home and on your foundation or basement walls.

      Termite swarms occur when reproductive members emerge from a mature colony in order to find a mate and create a new colony.

      If you see piles of wings along window sills, porches or outside, this is a good indication there has been a termite swarm and that a colony is nearby.

      Have you discovered damaged wood? Termites are initially attracted to water-damaged wood. Though, over time, they will move on to attack sound wood and other items like wallpaper, books, insulation, and even brick. Signs of damaged wood include spongy-feeling floors; doors and windows that no longer open and close smoothly; buckling ceilings; wood that sounds hollow when tapped on; or wood that is easily pierced with a pen or knifepoint.

    • How do you get rid of termites?
      The easiest and most successful way to eliminate destructive termites from your home or business is to contact a professional pest control company for assistance! At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. of Newberry, we protect properties from wood-destroying termites through the use of Termidor®, the number one termite defense in the United States, and offer advanced termite treatment and control solutions for South Carolina.

      When you reach out to us for help, our professionals provide the support needed to ensure that your property’s termite infestation is eliminated and that they will not return in the future. To learn more about our highly-effective termite elimination services or to get started with our termite protection today, call us to schedule a service visit! One of our professionals will be happy to walk you through the steps of our commercial termite control process.
    • How do you prevent a termite infestation?

      Termites are moisture-seeking pests. Therefore, the best way to deter termite activity is to correct moisture issues found in and around your home. Listed below are some things you can do to help prevent termite activity:

      • Clear all gutters to allow rainwater to flow through them and to prevent water from backing up and seeping into the walls of your home.
      • Reduce moisture levels inside your home by utilizing dehumidifiers and ensuring that crawl spaces are properly ventilated.
      • Any water-damaged wood inside your home should be replaced.
      • Remove fallen trees, tree stumps and other piles of organic debris from our property.
      • Limit wood-to-soil contact located around the exterior of your home.
      • Trim trees and shrubs near the exterior of your home; make sure they don't touch your outside walls as this will help dry out the soil and make it less attractive to termites.
      • Repair leaky pipes, faucets, or fixtures located both inside and outside your home.
      • Leave a stone barrier between any soil or mulch and your home’s foundation.

  • Stinging Insects

    • Are stinging insects dangerous?

      Caution should be taken around stinging insects. If stung, their venom can be strong enough to cause serious health concerns for humans. Whether the species is aggressive or docile, stings are possible whenever they feel threatened or if they feel that their nests are in danger.

      Their stings are not only painful, usually leaving behind a large red welt, but they can also trigger a severe allergic reaction that can lead to anaphylaxis in some people. When this happens, immediate medical attention is often required.

      In addition to health risks, some species such as the carpenter bee can cause structural damage to homes and other buildings. Not only do the nests themselves cause structural damage, the nests that females create attract woodpeckers who love to dine on carpenter bee larvae. To reach the larvae, the woodpeckers drill into the wood near the nest opening, creating even more damage to the wood where the carpenter bee nest is located.

    • What attracts stinging insects to a property?

      Like most other pests, stinging insects are attracted to properties that offer them their three basic needs of food, water, and shelter. Here are a few things you can do to protect your property from stinging insects and the damage they can do:

      Many stinging insects feed on plant nectar; plant flowers away from the outside of your home.

      Maintain your property by removing excess debris regularly, frequently mowing your lawn, and removing overgrown landscaping and vegetation as soon as possible.

      Paint, stain, or otherwise treat the wood on your property as this will help deter the nesting activity of carpenter bees.

      Some species of stinging insects are attracted to sweet drinks, meats, and other food items; clean up immediately after eating outside or hosting an outdoor gathering to deter stinging insects from advancing onto your property.

    • How do you get rid of stinging insects from your property?

      To remove a problematic stinging insect nest from your property in the safest manner possible, contact a professional pest control company for home pest control and commercial pest control services, like us at The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc.! We offer highly-effective stinging insect control to our customers. We are the best pest control experts serving the Sumter area and beyond.


      Here at The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc., our experts possess the experience and knowledge needed to eliminate these potentially dangerous pests from your yard. To learn more about our stinging insect control services or speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable professionals, contact us today to schedule an appointment!

    • How do you prevent stinging insects?

      It can be very difficult to keep stinging insects from nesting on your property. The following tips can help to lessen your family's contact with these potentially dangerous pests:

      • Make sure that all chimneys have tight-fitting covers on them.
      • Caulk any holes found in the exterior of your home and fill in any spaces found around utility lines and pipes entering your home through its exterior.
      • Stain or paint wood surfaces to deter carpenter bees from drilling holes and nesting inside.
      • Make sure all outdoor trash cans have tight-fitting lids on them to prevent stinging insects from foraging for food inside them.
      • Clean up all leftover food and drinks after eating outside.
      • Remove old dead or fallen trees and trees stumps from your property, as they could be used as nesting sites for stinging insects.
      • Plant flowers and flowering vegetation on your property away from your home.

  • Spiders

    • Why do I have a spider problem?
      Spiders prefer to live outside in out of the way places where they can hide unnoticed. Common spider hangouts include gardens, dense landscaping, woodpiles, tall grasses, under piles of mulch or leaves, in construction debris and between rocks and stones. Spiders often enter homes, sheds, barn, garages and other buildings while searching for prey. This is especially true in the colder months when the prey they feed on moves inside to escape the harsh winter weather.
    • How do I get rid of spiders?

      The easiest way to eliminate spiders from your home and prevent their return is to contact a spider control professional, like the trusted South Carolina exterminators at The Original Bugman Elimination, Inc. A professional will provide an accurate identification and inspection along with effective treatment services.

      At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc., we offer affordable and highly-effective spider control services throughout Lexington, Columbia, and the Midlands of South Carolina. Our quarterly home pest control Protection Plan works to solve problems you may be experiencing with spiders and other common house-invading pests. To learn more about our spider control and treatment services or to get started with our professional spider control services, call now and schedule an appointment!

    • How do you prevent spiders?

      Unfortunately, spiders are very common household pests. However, the following tips can help prevent problems with spiders inside your South Carolina home: We offer excellent pest control services throughout Leesville and other areas of South Carolina.

      • Remove wood piles and construction debris from your yard and property.
      • Seal cracks and openings on the exterior of the structure.
      • Make sure that all door and window screens are intact, and repair any torn screens.
      • Install door sweeps on all exterior doors, especially basement doors.
      • Make sure that weather stripping around windows and doors is completely intact.
      • Trim overgrown landscaping, shrubs, and bushes away from the exterior of your home.

  • Rodents

    • Are rodents dangerous?

      Rodents are dangerous to people and our property for several different reasons, including:

      • They contaminate food sources and the surfaces of a home with their urine, feces, and saliva.
      • Mice and rats spread a wide variety of diseases including Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM), Hantavirus, Dysentery, and Leptospirosis.
      • Rodents spread bacteria like Salmonellosis, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea.
      • Mice and rats can introduce parasites into your home such as fleas, mites, and ticks.
      • They can damage our property; rodents constantly chew on objects to prevent their continuously growing front incisors from overgrowing. When they do so inside our homes, they often chew through and damage furniture, clothing, flooring, drywall, insulation, pictures, walls, and more. Invading rodents can even cause fires by chewing through live wires.
      • Rodents sometimes cause water damage or even flooding issues by chewing through pipes.
    • How do rodents get in your home?
      Rodents can find their way into homes and other buildings while foraging for food, water, and shelter. They can squeeze their way in through holes found along the roof line, at roof intersections, or even down through the chimney. Rodents can also shimmy through spaces found in the foundation, underneath exterior doors, or spaces found around windows.

      Torn window or door screens, spaces found around utilities, and gaps around air-conditioners also provide perfect entry points for rodents as well. Once indoors, they are typically found living in attics, basements, inside wall voids, behind large appliances, and inside or behind storage boxes.
    • How do you prevent rodents?

      Rodents are very common household pests. The following tips can help to prevent problems with rodents inside your South Carolina home:

      • Inspect the exterior of your home and seal any openings found in the exterior of your home no matter how small they may be; a mouse can squeeze their way inside through a space the size of a dime.
      • Trim back tree limbs, shrubs and bushes back away from the exterior of your home.
      • Make sure that all outdoor trash cans have tight-fitting lids on them.
      • Place garden areas, woodpiles, and compost piles a distance away from the exterior of your home.
      • Pick-up uneaten pet food in between feedings.
      • Inside, make sure to keep all food either in the refrigerator or in air-tight containers with locking lids.
      • Keep the clutter throughout your home to a minimum.
    • How do you get rid of rodents?
      The best way to get rid of rodents is NOT to run to your local, big box store and pick up piles of traps, baits, and other DIY rodent control solutions. DIY rodent control can not only be dangerous due to the improper placement of baits and traps or improper usage of control products, but is also typically ineffective.

      To eliminate rodents and keep them from returning, you must have a deep understanding of rodent behavior and know how, where, and why they enter homes and other buildings. To completely eliminate a rodent infestation from your home, the best option is to contact a rodent control professional. A professional will provide accurate identification and inspection services as well as treatment solutions and follow-ups. They will get to the root of the rodent infestation, completely eliminate them, and preventing their return. When you're in need of rodent control, you can count on the trusted South Carolina rodent control exterminators to get the job done right!

      The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. offers highly-effective rodent control services throughout our South Carolina service area. Our quarterly home pest control protection plan works to solve problems you may be experiencing with rodents and other common pests. To learn more about our rodent control services, reach out to us today!

  • Mosquitoes

    • Are mosquitoes dangerous?

      Yes, mosquitoes can be a dangerous species of insect. In fact, they are considered to be one of the most dangerous animals in the world due to the serious diseases that they can spread, making people extremely ill. Mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting diseases such as the West Nile virus, encephalitis, and Zika virus in the United States.

    • What attracts mosquitoes?

      Mosquitoes are attracted to properties for a few different reasons:

      • Standing or stagnant water provides a prime place for females to lay their eggs. Anything from a clogged gutter to a water puddle in the driveway, an empty bucket or a wading pool can become a mosquito breeding ground.
      • Properties that have a lot of flowering vegetation are also attractive to mosquitoes. Both males and females feed on plant nectar as their main food source.
      • Mosquitoes like to hide or rest in areas of tall grasses or dense vegetation, so properties that have this kind of landscaping are likely to attract mosquitoes.
      • Females feed on the blood of people and animals in order to receive the protein that is required to create their eggs. You, your family, and any pets or animals located on your property may also attract mosquitoes to your South Carolina property.
    • How do you get rid of mosquitoes?
      There is no way to completely eliminate mosquitoes from any property. Mosquitoes live, breed, and feed outside and can travel long distances in search of blood meals. However, by partnering with a pest control professional, you can greatly reduce the number of biting mosquitoes found breeding and resting on your property.

      At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. our technicians use state-of-the-art equipment and top-grade pesticides to significantly reduce mosquito populations in yards during the mosquito’s active season. To learn more about our highly-effective mosquito reduction treatments, give us a call today to make an appointment!
    • How do you prevent problems with mosquitoes?

      In addition to securing our mosquito reduction treatments, our professional South Carolina exterminators recommend implementing the following mosquito prevention tips at home to reduce the number of mosquitoes found on your property:

      • Keep your lawn well-maintained by mowing it regularly.
      • Trim back and remove overgrown vegetation from your property.
      • Fill in holes to prevent them from collecting rainwater and eliminate other sources of standing water on your property.
      • Keep your gutters clear of debris and make sure they are functioning properly.
      • Regularly remove water from the tops of trash can lids, tarps, and similar items.
      • Store buckets, wheelbarrows, and other containers that collect water upside down when not in use.
      • If you own a pool, ensure that it is properly maintained; regularly empty and re-fill kiddie pools.

  • Cockroaches

    • Are cockroaches dangerous?

      Cockroaches can be dangerous if they infest your home or business. The shed skins and feces of cockroaches may trigger allergic reactions or asthma attacks in some people. Young children, the elderly, or people with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable to these allergens.

      Cockroaches may introduce and spread viruses, bacteria, parasites, and human pathogens that they picked up on their bodies while traveling through garbage piles, sewers, and drains throughout the homes they invade. These contaminants can cause health concerns like diarrhea, dysentery, and salmonella poisoning.

    • Why do I have a cockroach problem?

      Cockroaches are attracted to homes and businesses that offer easy access to food, water, and shelter sources. Areas that are often infested by cockroaches include kitchens and pantries, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and basements.

      These pests enter your home through cracks in its foundation, openings around entry points, and spaces found around utility entrances or air conditioning units. Cockroaches may also enter homes and other buildings by being carried inside in bags, packages, and boxes.

    • How do you prevent cockroaches?

      Cockroaches are very common pests and are commonly found invading both homes and businesses. In addition to putting into place a residential pest control plan or a commercial pest control program to protect your property from cockroaches and other common pests, the following tips can help to prevent problems with cockroaches inside of your South Carolina home.

      • Install door sweeps on all exterior doors.
      • Caulk all gaps found around windows and doors, especially those leading into your basement.
      • Eliminate water sources like leaky pipes, faucets, and fixtures.
      • Reduce humidity levels using de-humidifiers and by ensuring that crawl spaces are properly ventilated.
      • Frequently remove trash from your home and store outside in containers with tight-fitting lids until trash pick-up day.
      • Regularly vacuum the floors of your home, and wipe up all crumbs and spills.
      • Inspect packages, used furniture, and appliances for cockroaches before bringing them into your home.
    • How do you get rid of cockroaches?

      Cockroaches are a difficult pest to control and eliminate. To solve a cockroach problem, you must get to the root of the infestation in order to discover where, how, and why they are entering your home or business.

      DIY cockroach solutions that you may purchase from big box stores cannot provide a complete solution. To eradicate a cockroach infestation from your home and property, the best option is to contact a trusted pest control expert in South Carolina with experience in cockroach control. A professional can provide accurate identification and inspection services. Treatment solutions will get to the root of the cockroach infestation, completely eliminating them and preventing their return.

      The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. offers highly-effective pest control services in Lexington, Columbia and throughout the Midlands of South Carolina. Our residential and commercial pest control plans work to solve problems you may be experiencing with cockroaches and other common house-invading pests. To learn more about our cockroach control services or to get started today, call now to schedule an appointment. We're here to help you with all your pest control needs!

  • Clover Mites

    • Are clover mites dangerous?
      Clover mites are annoying pests, especially when inside of your home, but they are not dangerous pests. The biggest problem that clover mites cause for homeowners is creating unsightly red stains. Their small size allows them to become crushed and leave behind red stains on rugs, walls, curtains, and upholstered furniture.
    • Where are clover mites found?
      In the spring, newly hatched clover mites emerge from their overwintering spots. Typically, during the winter months they remain dormant in soil located in the cracks of sidewalks or next to foundations. They also over-winter behind tree bark. Clover mites then gather together and are drawn to the warm, sunny sides of homes and other structures. As they move along a home’s exterior walls, they find their way inside through small openings. Clover mites are often seen inside a home gathered together on window sills.
    • How do you eliminate problems with clover mites?

      Clover mites are a tiny outdoor pest which makes them difficult to control and prevent. The best option to eliminate problems with clover mites is to contact a pest control professional like the reliable South Carolina exterminators at The Original Bugman Elimination, Inc. A professional will provide accurate identification and inspection services. They can also offer treatment solutions that get to the root of your clover mite infestation, completely eliminating the clover mites causing problems in your home or on your property and preventing them from returning.

      At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc., we offer reliable and highly-effective clover mite control services in Lexington, Columbia and throughout the Midlands of South Carolina. Our Quarterly Home Protection Plan works to solve problems you may be experiencing with clover mites and other common house-invading pests. To learn more about our effective clover mite control services or to get started with our services today, reach out to us to schedule an appointment!

    • How do you prevent clover mites?

      The clover mite is a very common landscaping pest. It may be necessary to put a home pest control program into place in order to protect your property and home from clover mites and other common pests. The following tips can help prevent problems with clover mites in and around your South Carolina home:

      Inspect your home’s foundation and exterior walls. Caulk any small crack or crevice you discover to prevent clover mites from getting into your home.

      • Place weather-stripping around windows and doors.
      • Place door sweeps on all exterior doors.
      • Seal spaces around utilities entering into your home.
      • Cut weeds and overgrown vegetation away from your home’s foundation.
      • Create an 18-20 inch crushed stone barrier between soil and grass and your home’s foundation.

  • Centipedes

    • Are centipedes dangerous?

      Centipedes are capable of delivering painful bites to people if they feel threatened. However, centipedes are not aggressive, and bites are rare with no long-lasting effects. Centipedes are nuisance pests that occasionally invade our homes, but they cause no real harm to people or property.

    • Where are centipedes found?

      Centipedes are moisture seeking pests and live outside in dark, damp areas like under rotting logs, under woodpiles, under rocks, and under landscaping ties or trash cans. They are nocturnal, hiding during the day and emerging at night to forage for food. Typically, they eat other nuisance insects, spiders, and other arthropods.

      If weather conditions outside become unsuitable for centipedes, they will move inside through cracks in the foundation and other small openings they find. Inside, they choose damp, dark places to live that mimic their outdoor environment such as basements, closets, laundry rooms, crawl spaces and other high humidity areas.

    • How do you eliminate problems with centipedes?

      The best option to eliminate problems with centipedes is to contact a pest control professional, like the reliable South Carolina exterminators at The Original Bugman Elimination, Inc. A professional can provide accurate identification and inspection services. They can also offer treatment solutions that get to the root of your centipede infestation, completely eliminating the centipedes that are causing problems in your home or on your property and preventing them from returning in the future.

      At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc., we offer reliable and highly-effective centipede control services in Lexington, Columbia and throughout the Midlands of South Carolina. Our Quarterly Home Protection Plan works to solve problems you may be experiencing with centipedes and other common house-invading pests. To learn more about our effective centipede control services or to get started with our services today, reach out to us to schedule an appointment!

    • How do you prevent centipedes?

      The centipede is a common household invader. It may be necessary to put a home pest control program into place in order to protect your property and home from centipedes and other common pests. The following tips can help prevent problems with centipedes in and around your South Carolina home:

      • Inspect your home's foundation, caulking any openings found.
      • Place door sweeps on all exterior doors.
      • Cut back grass and other vegetation from your home’s foundation and exterior walls.
      • Place a crushed rock or stone barrier between any soil or mulch and your home’s foundation.
      • Get rid of excess piles of organic debris from your yard.
      • Use dehumidifiers to keep basements dry.

  • Bed Bugs

    • Are bed bugs dangerous?

      Bed bugs are not dangerous in the sense that they been not known as a pest that transmits any serious diseases. However, it is important to note that some research is being done that now possibly links bed bugs with the spread of Chagas disease.

      When bed bug feces comes into contact with broken skin (the bite) a person could potentially become infected with the parasite that causes Chagas disease. These parasites live in the heart and digestive muscles of its host. Their presence can lead to severe digestive and neurological problems.

      In addition, though many people have no reaction to bed bug bites, some do experience an allergic reaction from them. Their bites can be very itchy, leading to secondary infections. In some cases, medical attention becomes necessary.

      Another “danger” associated with bed bugs is the emotional distress they can cause to a person when they invade. Dealing with a bed bug infestation may cause people embarrassment, stress, anxiety, a lack of sleep, and more.

    • Where are bed bugs found?
      Bed bugs enter new environments by hitchhiking their way in on luggage, bags, backpacks, clothing, mattresses, furniture, and rugs. Bed bugs do not fly and cannot jump, but they are efficient crawlers. They frequently use this ability to make their way into new spaces.

      A bed bug infestation can happen to anyone in any home and is not an indication that there is a lack of cleanliness in a home. Bed bugs are found anywhere people are found, including libraries, movie theaters, dormitories, hotels, motels, airports, apartment buildings, bus stations, hospitals, and shopping centers. Bed bugs are often introduced into a home or new public place by accident after crawling onto someone or into their personal belongings.
    • What are the signs of a bed bug infestation?

      Bed bugs often stay out of sight of people. They hide in tight cracks and crevices during the day and come out at night to feed. This can make identifying an infestation quite tricky. The good news is, even though you may not spot a bed bug, they do leave behind several clues of their presence. Signs of a bed bug infestation often include:

      Red spots of blood or small dark streaks of excrement may be observed on linens, mattresses, or box springs. Both of these signs can also be found on the floor, inside closets or drawers, or even on the wall by your bed.

      Piles of shed bed bug skins may be discovered under mattresses, box springs, or on the floor. As bed bugs grow, they shed their skin, leaving behind a tell-tale sign of their presence.

      You may notice a sweet, musty odor in a room or home that is otherwise clean. In the case of a large infestation, bed bugs create a noticeable, unpleasant odor.

      Bed bug bites on your skin or that of a family member are sure signs of the presence of bed bugs. These nocturnal pests typically feast on skin that is exposed while sleeping. Their bites look similar to mosquito bites but are typically grouped together in groups of three or more. Bed bug bites are not a reliable indicator of an infestation since they look so similar to other insect bites. In addition, most people will not have any visible response to their bites.

      Live or dead bed bugs are definite evidence of a bed bug infestation, but bed bugs are good at hiding and can't always be spotted. If you have the suspicion of a bed bug infestation in your home, use a flashlight to inspect the cracks and crevices of walls, furniture, mattresses, and box springs. If bed bugs are present, you will probably spot a few, but not always.

    • How do you prevent bed bugs?

      Bed bugs can be a difficult pest to keep out of your home. The following tips can reduce the likelihood of bed bugs finding their way into your South Carolina home to feed on you and your family:

      • Inspect any hotel where you're staying for signs of bed bugs before bringing your luggage and other belongings into it.
      • After returning home from a trip, immediately wash and dry all clothing on a high-heat setting.
      • Keep personal items such as bags, coats, luggage, and purses off the floor in hotels and any other public place.
      • Do not purchase used furniture, mattresses, and box springs for use inside your home.

      Know the signs of a bed bug infestation and contact The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. immediately if you see an indication that you have a problem.

    • How do you eliminate problems with bed bugs?
      Bed bugs are a difficult pest to eliminate. It is necessary to find and treat every adult, nymph, and egg present to get rid of the infestation and prevent its return. DIY bed bug solutions purchased from big box stores cannot guarantee complete eradication. To completely eliminate a bed bug infestation from your home, the best option is to contact a bed bug control professional for assistance. Professionals will provide accurate identification and inspection services. They also provide effective treatment solutions, offered as both a residential pest control and commercial pest control service, that completely eliminate the bed bugs invading your property as well as prevent them from returning!

      Here at The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. we offer highly-effective bed bug pest control services in Lexington, Columbia and the Midlands of South Carolina. Our professionals will work diligently with you to solve your bed bug problem. If necessary, we'll also deal with other pest problems during the same visit.

      To schedule a free consultation, inspection, and estimate for your South Carolina home, give us a call today. We'd be happy to help!

  • Ants

    • Are ants dangerous?

      Whether or not an ant is considered dangerous depends on the exact species to which you are referring. Red imported fire ants, for example, are considered to be extremely dangerous. Their stings are painful, and if their victim suffers an allergic reaction, their venom can trigger an anaphylactic response in a person or pet, requiring immediate medical attention. Carpenter ants are also considered to be a dangerous pest. However, they are not a danger to people, instead, they cause significant and costly damage to homes and other structures where they choose to build their nests. 

      Argentine ants, pavement ants, and odorous house ants are typically considered to be nuisance ants. Nuisance ants tend to cause no real health risks to people or damage to structures. However, their presence should not be tolerated in your home. They can carry bacteria on their legs and body, making the introduction of this bacteria into your home very likely. These nuisance ants also often contaminate food sources.

    • How do you eliminate problems with ants?
      Ants are difficult pests to eliminate. To discover where, how, and why they are entering your home, you need to get to the root of the infestation. You may be tempted to take care of the problem yourself, but DIY ant solutions purchased from big box stores cannot provide the answers you need.
       
      To completely eliminate an ant colony from your home and property, the best option is to contact an ant control professional, like the reliable South Carolina exterminators at The Original Bugman Elimination, Inc.! A professional can provide accurate identification and inspection services. They can also offer treatment solutions that get to the root of the ant infestation, completely eliminating the ants causing problems in your home or on your property and preventing their return.
       
      At The Original Bugman Pest Elimination, Inc. we offer reliable and highly-effective ant control services in Lexington, Columbia and throughout the Midlands of South Carolina. Our Quarterly Home Protection Plan works to solve problems you may be experiencing with ants and other common house-invading pests. To learn more about our effective ant control services or to get started with our services today, reach out to us to schedule an appointment!
    • How do you prevent ants?

      The ant is a very common household pest. It may be necessary to put a home pest control program into place in order to protect your home from ants and other common pests. The following tips can help prevent problems with ants in and around your South Carolina home:

      • Inspect the exterior of your home, foundation, siding, windows, doors, and any areas where utilities enter your home; any gaps, cracks or crevices you find should be repaired using silicone caulk, weather stripping, or door sweeps to eliminate potential entry points.
      • Reduce areas of moisture around your home.
      • Repair leaky faucets, fixtures, and pipes found inside or outside your home.
      • Remove water-damaged structural wood from your home.
      • Make sure that outdoor trash cans have tight-fitting or locking lids on them; ants love to forage for food in open trash containers
      • Trim trees, bushes, and other landscaping away from the outside of your home.
      • Place a stone or crushed rock barrier between any mulch or grass and the foundation of your home.
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