Parks and Sports Fields

When red imported fire ants invade municipal sports fields, playgrounds, or parks, it’s not just a nuisance—it’s a serious problem that requires immediate attention. Fire Ant Control of Texas offers proven, effective solutions to eliminate these pests and protect your community’s spaces.

Fire ants, known scientifically as Solenopsis invicta, can cause extensive damage in public areas, including:

• Damage to plants, lawns, and playgrounds: Fire ants can destroy landscaping and turf, creating unsightly mounds that ruin the appearance and functionality of parks and sports fields.

• Harm to golf courses and athletic fields: These pests can damage the surface of golf courses and athletic fields, creating hazards for players and athletes.

• Damage to infrastructure: Fire ants are known to invade and damage air-conditioning units, lighting equipment, mechanical systems, cement slabs, and even electrical wiring, leading to costly repairs and downtime.

• Public health threats: Fire ants pose a serious risk to public health, with their aggressive stings causing injury to more than 20 million adults and children annually. Their painful bites can lead to allergic reactions, infections, and in some cases, life-threatening anaphylactic shock.

Fire Ant Control of Texas provides safe and effective treatment plans designed to eliminate fire ant colonies while minimizing disruption to your community’s outdoor spaces. Our fire ant killer is approved for use around people, pets, and public infrastructure, making it a reliable choice for municipalities.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help protect your community’s parks, sports fields, and playgrounds from the damaging effects of fire ants. We offer customized solutions to ensure long-term relief and safety for residents and visitors alike.

Fire Ant Behavior

Red imported fire ants are formidable nest builders, creating extensive underground colonies and mounds that can be found on properties across Texas and beyond. These mounds, which can range from a few inches to several feet in diameter, are formed as the ants push up soil from their tunnels. While the mounds may appear to be simply piles of dirt, they serve a critical purpose in regulating the temperature and humidity of the colony below, helping to maintain the ideal conditions for the ants’ reproduction and survival. They even provide warmth during cooler months and protection during extreme weather.

Fire ant colonies can grow very large. In the case of a single queen colony, you may find between 40 to 150 mounds and up to 7 million fire ants per acre. If the colony has multiple queens, the numbers can rise to 200 or more mounds and approximately 40 million fire ants per acre.

In public spaces like sports fields and parks, fire ants tend to build their nests near high-traffic areas such as:

• Bleachers and dugouts

• Goalposts and field markers

• Pavement cracks

• HVAC equipment

• Electrical and utility housings

Fire ants in these locations can cause significant damage to infrastructure, such as electrical and mechanical equipment, and create hazards for people using these spaces. When their nests are disturbed, fire ants become highly aggressive and can swarm in large numbers, stinging anyone in their path. These stings can be extremely painful and, for some individuals, potentially life-threatening. While many people experience only mild symptoms, others may suffer from severe allergic reactions or anaphylactic shock, which requires immediate medical attention.

For property owners, managers, and landowners, it’s crucial to address fire ant infestations promptly. Not only do fire ants pose a significant risk to public safety, but they can also result in legal liability for any injuries or damage caused on your property.

Fire Ant Control of Texas offers expert solutions to safely and effectively eliminate fire ants from your property, ensuring that your public spaces are safe for everyone. Contact us today to schedule a treatment plan tailored to your needs and prevent the harmful impact of fire ants on your community.

Be Proactive

If you manage a city or county park, athletic field, or playground, addressing a fire ant infestation is crucial to ensure the safety of your community and prevent ongoing problems. Fire ants not only pose a public health risk but can also cause significant damage to the infrastructure of these public spaces.

Fire Ant Control of Texas offers a proven fire ant treatment that targets the root of the problem—the egg-producing queen(s). Our potent granular bait is designed to be ingested by worker ants, who then carry it back to the colony, spreading it throughout the nest. This results in a natural death process for the fire ants. Once the queen is sterilized, 95% of the colony will be eliminated within 6 to 10 weeks, and no new ants will be born, providing long-lasting relief.

To maintain fire ant control, we recommend treating your property every four months. Like weeds, if you stop treating for fire ants, they will return. Regular treatments ensure that your public spaces remain fire ant-free, reducing the risk of stings and damage to infrastructure.

By taking proactive steps now, you can protect your property and ensure the safety and comfort of everyone who uses these public spaces. Contact Fire Ant Control of Texas today to schedule a treatment and keep fire ants under control on your property.