Ways to Treat a Fire Ant Sting
Of all the ways to treat a fire sting, we believe at Fire Ant Control, LLC, that the best is to avoid them altogether. We offer protective measures for all sorts of properties, including residential, agricultural, commercial, public, and private.
Fire Ants – Why They’re a Problem
Fire ants aren’t like other ants. They’re a significant risk. Don’t overlook their presence by underestimating the potential for personal injury, property damage, and landscaping destruction. Waiting to book treatment will simply make a small problem larger and greatly increase the risk of painful injury and expensive damage that fire ant infestations cause.
Personal Injury from Fire Ants
Fire ant injuries come from their reaction to perceived threats. Bites and stings happen at the same time. They bite down with their mandibles while injecting venom with their stingers. The result is a painful blister that looks like a pimple, but you shouldn’t pop it. Doing so can lead to infection and scarring. If a person has an allergic reaction to fire ants, medical attention is necessary. Should you have a reaction once, carry an EpiPen and be hyper-aware of the potential for anaphylaxis.
Property Damage from Fire Ants
Fire ants live just about anywhere. Golf courses, hay bales, home slabs, HVAC systems, home wiring, and various other structural materials are vulnerable to fire ant damage. As fire ants search for warmth and food, they’ll move into, chew through, and completely destroy the property that appeals to them.
Landscaping Destruction from Fire Ants
The destruction to landscaping caused by fire ants is substantial. From a few dead trees to landslides and soil erosion, fire ant invasion is devastating to landscapes. Fire Ant Control, LLC, applies an approved bait that will protect the landscape while mitigating the presence of fire ants.
Treating Fire Ant Injuries
When fire ants attack, they sting over and over, so the injury can be significant. The first step to treating the situation is to physically stop the fire ants from biting. Remove your shoes, socks, and whatever other clothing contains the fire ants and brush off the fire ants.
Next, you need to wash the areas with soap and water or wipe with an alcohol wipe to minimize the effects of the fire ant toxins. For most victims, this treatment is enough. For others, cold compresses, itch cream, and an antihistamine are needed. If anaphylaxis happens, medical intervention can be lifesaving.
Reserve Treatment from Fire Ant Control, LLC
The best treatment for fire ants on any property is what we provide at Fire Ant Control, LLC. Our efforts work on any type of property, including residential, commercial, agricultural, public, etc. Avoid the effects of red imported fire ants by getting rid of their presence.
Red imported fire ants have been an issue in the United States since the 1930s when they first entered through the Port of Mobile in Alabama. We target the source of fire ants: reproduction through the queen, and we maintain fire ant protection at rates of at least 85% reduction through repeat service every four months.
Click here or call 239-312-8200 to avoid needing to know any of the ways to treat a fire ant sting. Fire Ant Control, LLC, will handle the problem consistently, or we’ll return your fee.