Pavement ants are one of the most common ant species found around Metro Vancouver homes and businesses. While they’re not a structural threat like carpenter ants or termites, large colonies can invade kitchens, patios, and driveways in frustrating numbers. At 1st Pest Control, we identify the source of the colony, treat it at the root, and help you keep them from coming back — with no hidden fees and a satisfaction guarantee on every job.

Pavement ants are small, dark brown to black ants, typically about 1/8 inch long, with pale legs and antennae. They get their name from where they like to nest — in and under pavement cracks, sidewalks, driveways, and foundations. Unlike carpenter ants, they don’t tunnel through wood, but they will happily move indoors in search of food, especially sweets, grease, and crumbs.

Pavement ant colonies can grow large, sometimes housing several thousand workers, which is why an infestation can feel overwhelming even though each individual ant is harmless.

Our approach focuses on locating and treating the colony itself, not just the ants you can see.

Here’s what that looks like:

• 1. Inspection We start by walking the property to find nest locations, entry points, and the conditions drawing ants toward your home — this usually includes checking driveways, walkways, foundation lines, and any exterior food or moisture sources.
• 2. Targeted Treatment Rather than blanket-spraying, we apply treatment directly to nest sites and active trails using family-safe products. This targets the colony, including the queen, rather than just the visible workers.
• 3. Exterior Barrier We treat vulnerable entry points around your home’s perimeter to reduce the chances of ants finding their way back in.
• 4. Follow-Up If activity continues after treatment, we come back — that’s part of our satisfaction guarantee, at no extra cost to you.

We treat pavement ant infestations across Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Surrey, Richmond, North & West Vancouver, and surrounding communities.

• Same/Next day service available in select areas.
• Transparent pricing — you know the cost before we treat
• Licensed, experienced technicians who explain what they’re seeing, not just what they’re spraying
• Low-toxicity, targeted methods — safe for kids and pets

If you’re noticing small ant trails or sandy mounds around your property, contact 1st Pest Control for a same-day or next-day inspection. We’ll confirm what species you’re dealing with and walk you through a treatment plan — with transparent pricing and no surprises.