Ant invasion

[klanel]

Pool surrounded by concrete walls and deck all around and we have these large ants crawling all around, falling into the pool and gathering under the skimmer tops.

Don't know if it's seasonal or what but would like to get rid of them. Any suggestions?

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

For the past few years, I've been using Talstar P for insect control. The price may be an initial shock, but factor in the 0.5-1.0 oz. per gallon mixing ratio. It lasts months and it's pet and kid safe once dry. You can use it indoors in cracks in crevices. Search here for Talstar P and bifen, and you'll see some positive reviews.

 

[Toxophilite]

Seasonal to me, and, just started swarming a few days ago. They fly in looking for new places to colonize.

 

[klanel]

Thanks for the replies. For now, they have about disappeared. I used a blower and blew them off the back side of the retaining wall. Haven't seen anymore with wings in a couple of days and just a few of the others. So, I'm hoping it was opening season and they have now gone. Will see.