Ant control
Ant trails in the kitchen or carpenter ants in the walls? Schedule a free inspection and we'll eliminate the colony, not just the ants you see.
Do you need an ant exterminator in Chicago?
Chicago homes deal with a few common ant species: odorous house ants and pavement ants that trail into kitchens looking for sugar and crumbs, and carpenter ants that nest inside damp or damaged wood. Each one needs a different approach, so every job starts with identifying the species.
Spraying the ants you see rarely fixes the problem. Worker ants are only a small part of the colony — the queen and the nest stay hidden in walls, under slabs, or outside along the foundation. Killing the trail can even cause some colonies to split and spread.
Carpenter ants are the ones to take seriously. They don't eat wood, but they hollow it out to nest, often in window frames, porches, and areas with past water damage. Large black ants indoors in late winter or spring, or small piles of sawdust-like debris, are warning signs of a nest inside the structure.
Sleep Tight uses slow-acting baits that workers carry back to the nest, targeted treatment of nesting sites, and an exterior perimeter treatment to stop new ants from moving in — plus advice on moisture and entry points so they stay out.
You only see a fraction of the colony. The queen and most of the nest stay hidden, which is why ants keep coming back.
Carpenter ants damage wood. They excavate nests in damp or damaged framing, porches, and window frames.
Wrong treatment can spread them. Some species split into new colonies when sprayed with repellents.
Species matters. Sugar ants, pavement ants, and carpenter ants each need a different plan.
Your ant control treatment options
Species Identification
We identify the ant species and track trails back toward the nest before choosing a treatment.
Colony Baiting
Slow-acting baits that workers share with the queen and the rest of the colony, eliminating it at the source.
Nest Treatment
Direct treatment of carpenter ant nests and voids when they're found inside walls or wood.
Exterior Perimeter
A perimeter treatment around the foundation and entry points intercepts new ants before they get inside.
A ant control plan built for your home
- Free inspection and customized treatment plan
- Same-day service available across Chicago
- Label-directed product application with technician-provided preparation and re-entry instructions
- Free re-treatments if pests return between visits
If pests come back, so do we — free of charge.
No excuses, just a commitment to care for your home like it's our own. Every plan is backed by free re-treatments between scheduled visits.
Treatment precautions
Eco-conscious
Local Chicago experts
Follow preparation and re-entry instructions from your technician. Products are applied according to their labels.
Signs to look for
Ant trails
Lines of ants along counters, baseboards, or windowsills heading to food or water.
Frass (wood shavings)
Small piles of sawdust-like debris near wood — a sign of carpenter ants nesting.
Winged ants indoors
Swarmers inside the house often mean a mature colony is nesting nearby or in the structure.
Soil piles
Small mounds of dirt in sidewalk cracks or along the foundation from pavement ants.
Rustling in walls
Faint rustling sounds in walls or ceilings can indicate a large carpenter ant nest.
What to expect from Sleep Tight ant control services
Inspection
We confirm the pest, severity, and conducive conditions.
Treatment
Tailored products and methods applied where they matter most.
Protection
Follow-up visits and our return-service guarantee keep your home protected.
FAQs about ant control control
Ant Control — service areas
Sleep Tight Pest Control provides ant control across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Pick your area for local details and pricing.
