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Ant Control Conroe, TX | Fire Ants in New Construction & Established Yards

Fire ant and general ant control in Conroe, TX. Broadcast treatment for new construction and established Montgomery County yards.

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As Houston County’s most trusted licensed pest control company (TPCL #13381), Critter Gitters serves Crockett, Texas and all surrounding communities.

Fire Ant Explosion in Conroe New Construction Areas

New construction in Conroe creates a fire ant surge dynamic: soil disturbance from grading and landscaping exposes and spreads fire ant colonies, and fresh sod installation in new subdivisions like Woodforest and Harper’s Preserve introduces new fire ant populations. Homeowners who move into new Conroe construction frequently encounter fire ant mounds within the first growing season, sometimes in alarming numbers.

The Texas two-step fire ant management method from Texas A&M AgriLife is the recommended approach for new construction areas: broadcast granular bait treatment across the entire lawn, followed by individual mound treatment for any active mounds. Our fire ant treatment guide explains when to use each approach.

Ant Treatment for Conroe Homes & Yards

Critter Gitters applies broadcast granular fire ant bait over the entire yard, then treats individual active mounds directly. For interior ant issues (odorous house ants, crazy ants, or carpenter ants entering from the Conroe area’s mature wooded lots), we combine perimeter liquid treatment with targeted gel bait along foraging trails.

Correctly identifying the ant species is essential before treatment. See our East Texas ant species identification guide and our carpenter ant vs. termite comparison if you’re seeing large black ants and want to rule out termites.

Service Area & Coverage

Zip Codes Served: 77301, 77302, 77303, 77304, 77305, 77306, 77385

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Our friendly customer service team listens to your concerns, answers questions, and helps schedule an inspection or service visit at your convenience.

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Our certified technicians perform a detailed inspection of your property — inside and out. We identify pest types, entry points, and contributing conditions to determine exactly what’s happening and why.

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Customized Treatment

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Using proven Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, we design a treatment plan tailored to your home, pest type, and environment. We use precision applications — not overuse — to ensure safe, effective, and lasting results.

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Our trained specialists apply targeted treatments using the latest tools and environmentally responsible products.
 We treat interior and exterior zones, eliminate nests and harborage areas, and establish a protective barrier around your home.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why Homeowners Across East Texas Trust Critter Gitters

Science-Based Solutions, Never Guesswork

Reflects your belief that true pest control starts with understanding, not guessing. Drawn from your Integrated Pest Management (IPM) philosophy and “Precision Over Routine.”

We lead with honesty and reliability. At Critter Gitters, integrity means fair pricing, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time—every time.

Our technicians undergo continuous training that goes beyond industry requirements, ensuring every service is performed with expert knowledge, precision, and the latest pest control techniques.

Our team is fully licensed and certified, bringing proven expertise to every job. You can trust Critter Gitters for safe, professional, and effective pest control backed by years of experience.

Your satisfaction is our promise. If the covered pests come back, so will we – 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

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FAQ’s

Common Questions from Our Customers

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Why do I keep getting fire ants in my Woodlands yard even after mound treatment?
Individual mound treatment kills the target mound but does nothing to suppress the broader fire ant population in your yard or neighborhood. Neighboring colonies quickly re-colonize treated areas. Texas A&M AgriLife recommends broadcast bait treatment of the entire property to achieve lasting suppression.
Carpenter ants excavate galleries in moist or previously damaged wood — they don’t eat wood like termites. Structural risk is lower, but they indicate underlying moisture damage. See our carpenter ant vs. termite damage comparison to confirm what you’re dealing with before treatment.
For residential lots, we treat up to the property line. For HOA common areas, fire ant treatment would need to be arranged through the HOA with appropriate permitting. We treat individual lots only under residential service agreements — call (936) 544-3800 for details.
Odorous house ants (small, dark, emit a rotten coconut smell when crushed), crazy ants (erratic movement, love electronics), carpenter ants (large, black, associated with wood and moisture), and fire ants entering through foundation gaps are the most frequent interior ant complaints in The Woodlands.
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