Controlling an ant infestation in Laval isn't enough – you need to prevent their return. Local conditions (climate, building type, environment) play a decisive role in recurring infestations. Sustainable prevention relies on simple yet essential actions.
In short: Ant prevention in Laval involves sealing entry points, managing moisture, proper food storage, and seasonal preventative treatment for at-risk areas.
Laval: why are the ants are frequent here
The Laval neighborhood has characteristics that encourage the presence of ants. The density of housing, the age of the buildings, and the proximity to green spaces or water bodies create a favorable environment. Duplexes built before the 1980s often have gaps in their foundations and around plumbing that pests exploit.
Our certified technicians regularly work in Laval and are familiar with the specific characteristics of local buildings. This on-site knowledge allows us to adapt each intervention to the real conditions of your home.
What our technicians observant in Laval
During our regular interventions in Laval, our certified technicians observe recurring situations related to ants:
- Buildings constructed before 1980 systematically have multiple entry points at the foundation and plumbing levels.
- Recently renovated buildings are not immune—the work sometimes creates new openings that are overlooked
- The proximity of green spaces, alleys, or food stores significantly increases the risk of infestation.
- Partially treated infestations (without sealing) return in 80% of cases within the following 3 months
Measures of prevention effective
To protect your home in Laval from ants, take these preventive measures recommended by our technicians:
Clogging: Seal all openings larger than 6 mm around plumbing, foundations, and window frames with steel wool and caulk.
✅ Food Storage: Store all food in airtight glass or rigid plastic containers
Waste Management: Take out the trash regularly and use containers with airtight lids
Humidity control: Repair leaks, ventilate bathrooms, and use a dehumidifier in the basement if necessary.
✅ Seasonal Inspection: Check entry points before each fall, especially after renovations.
When to call a professional certified
Certain situations in Laval absolutely require the intervention of a certified pest control professional:
- Recurring signs: The ants are back despite your prevention efforts — the source has not been identified
- Multi-unit building A coordinated approach is needed to handle multiple units simultaneously.
- Presence of children or animals: Only professional products approved by Health Canada guarantee safe application.
- Structural damage: Ants that damage wood, insulation, or wiring require thorough diagnosis.
Our certified technicians provide service in Laval and surrounding areas with methods adapted to each type of building. Consult our page Laval to learn more.
People are asking also
The carpenter ants Does it eat wood?
No, unlike termites. They tunnel into damp wood to build their galleries and nests. The fine sawdust (frass) you find is excavated, undigested wood.
How to differentiate carpenter ants and pavement ants?
Carpenter ants are large (6-13 mm), black, and leave sawdust. Pavement ants are small (3-4 mm), dark brown, and nest outside in concrete cracks.
Resources for your neighborhood
Check out our page Pest control services in Laval for more information on interventions in your sector.
We also operate in Villeray, Rosemont, Plateau Mont-Royal, Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, NDG.
