How To Get Rid Of Acrobat Ants

Getting rid of acrobat ants on your own can be challenging, but it’s possible with persistence, thorough inspection, and targeted control strategies. These ants are known for their ability to nest in damp wood, insulation, and voids near moisture sources—often where carpenter ants or termites once lived. Here’s how home or business owners can get rid of acrobat ants:

Identify the Problem

Before applying any treatment, confirm that you’re dealing with acrobat ants:

Workers are small (1/8 inch), light brown to black, and have a distinctive heart-shaped abdomen raised over their thorax when disturbed.
They often trail along electrical wires, plumbing lines, and tree limbs leading to your structure.
You may find them nesting in decaying wood, insulation, wall voids, or under roofing materials.

Eliminate Moisture Sources

Acrobat ants thrive in moist or water-damaged areas. To make your property less inviting:

Repair leaky pipes, roof leaks, or gutter issues.
Improve ventilation in attics, crawl spaces, and basements.
Replace any rotting wood or water-damaged structural materials.
Ensure exterior drainage moves water away from the foundation.

Remove Food Sources

Reduce attractants that draw ants indoors:

Keep countertops, floors, and trash areas clean.
Store food and pet food in sealed containers.
Wipe up sweet spills (juice, soda, honey, etc.) immediately.
Empty trash bins regularly and rinse recyclables.

Locate and Destroy the Nest

Finding the nest is critical for long-term control. Look for:

Trails along electrical lines, trees touching the structure, or foundation gaps.
Sawdust or debris near window frames, wall voids, or crawl spaces.
If you locate the nest (for example, in wall voids or decayed wood), apply a dry insecticidal dust (such as boric acid or diatomaceous earth) into wall voids, cracks, or crevices, or foam insecticides labeled for void treatment if the nest is deep within walls or insulation.

Use Baits Strategically

Baits are often more effective than sprays for ants that nest out of sight:

Use ant bait gels or stations containing borax (sodium borate), hydramethylnon, or fipronil.
Place baits along ant trails, near entry points, and in areas where activity is highest.
Avoid spraying near bait placements—sprays can repel ants, reducing bait effectiveness.
Be patient—it may take 7–14 days for bait to spread through the colony.

Treat the Exterior Perimeter

To help prevent reinfestation:

Apply a non-repellent insecticide (like fipronil or imidacloprid) around the foundation, window frames, and entry points.
Trim tree limbs and shrubs that touch your building—they serve as highways for acrobat ants.
Seal cracks, gaps, and utility line penetrations with silicone-based caulk or weather-resistant sealant.

Monitor and Reassess

Continue monitoring activity for several weeks:

Replace consumed bait stations regularly.
If ants persist, inspect nearby trees, stumps, and logs for satellite colonies.
Reapply treatments as needed, ensuring environmental safety and label compliance.

DIY acrobat ant control requires eliminating moisture problems, cleaning up food sources, using bait strategically, and treating structural voids or nesting areas directly. However, because acrobat ants often nest inside walls or insulation, infestations can be difficult to fully eliminate without our team of professionals.

The Best Way To Get Rid Of Acrobat Ants

While homeowners and business owners can take steps to reduce acrobat ant activity, completely eliminating these ants usually requires our professional expertise, tools, and treatment methods. Acrobat ants are particularly challenging because they often nest deep within wall voids, structural insulation, or decayed wood, and can easily relocate their colony if disturbed. Here’s why our professional pest control provides the most effective, long-term solution:

Accurate Identification and Source Detection

Our professional pest control technicians are trained to correctly identify acrobat ants and distinguish them from other species such as carpenter ants, odorous house ants, or pharaoh ants, which require different treatment strategies. Our experts use advanced inspection techniques to locate hidden nests and detect areas of moisture damage that support colonies. This precise identification allows for targeted, efficient treatment instead of guesswork.

Access to Professional-Grade Products and Non-Repellent Treatments

Our professionals use EPA-registered products that are more effective and longer-lasting than over-the-counter sprays or baits. In particular, non-repellent insecticides (such as those containing fipronil, indoxacarb, or chlorfenapyr) are essential for controlling acrobat ants. These formulations allow ants to move freely through treated areas, unknowingly carrying the active ingredient back to the nest and eliminating the colony from within. Homeowners typically don’t have access to these specialized materials or the equipment required for precise application.

Expertise in Nest Elimination and Void Treatments

Because acrobat ants often establish colonies in hard-to-reach structural voids, treating these areas effectively requires professional equipment. Our pest control technicians can apply insecticidal foams, dusts, and aerosols directly into wall and ceiling voids using specialized injection systems. This ensures complete coverage where DIY sprays or baits cannot reach, eliminating the root of the infestation rather than just the foraging workers.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Approach

Our professionals don’t just eliminate the ants—we address the underlying causes of infestation. Through an Integrated Pest Management approach, our technicians inspect for and help correct moisture issues, wood decay, and entry points that make the structure vulnerable. This holistic strategy provides long-term prevention instead of temporary relief, helping to safeguard the property from future infestations.

Prevention and Structural Protection

Acrobat ants can damage insulation, electrical wiring, and wooden structures, particularly in areas already weakened by moisture. We not only eradicate current colonies but also implement preventative barrier treatments and ongoing maintenance plans to protect the structure year-round. Regular inspections ensure that potential re-infestations are detected early—before they become costly problems.

Safe, Environmentally Responsible Application

DIY ant treatments can sometimes make infestations worse by causing colonies to scatter or by exposing people and pets to unnecessary chemical risks. Our licensed pest management professionals are trained in safe, environmentally responsible application techniques, ensuring treatments are applied precisely and in compliance with all safety standards and regulations.

Guaranteed Results and Peace of Mind

Perhaps the greatest advantage of our professional pest control is the assurance of lasting results. We provide a re-treatment service warranty and satisfaction guarantee, giving property owners confidence that the problem will be fully resolved. Instead of repeated trial-and-error DIY attempts, our professional treatments deliver effective eradication and long-term prevention, saving time, money, and stress.

Acrobat ant infestations are notoriously difficult to control due to their hidden nesting habits and ability to relocate colonies. While DIY efforts can provide temporary relief, our professional pest control offers the expertise, equipment, and long-term protection necessary to fully eliminate these pests. By partnering with our experienced pest management providers, home and business owners can ensure their property remains ant-free, structurally sound, and protected for the future.

Get Rid Of Acrobat Ants With Miche Pest Control

Hiring our team of professionals at Miche Pest Control is an investment in long-term protection, expertise, and peace of mind. Here’s why:

Personalized Service and Local Expertise: We know the specific pest pressures in the area—such as seasonal rodent activity, regional ant species, or local termite threats. Our technicians understand the environment, climate, and building types common to the area, allowing them to provide targeted, effective treatments.
High-Quality, Comprehensive Solutions: As a full-service provider, we doe’t just treat surface problems; we address the root causes. From inspections and prevention to exclusion and ongoing maintenance, we deliver complete, integrated pest management (IPM) programs designed to both eliminate infestations and prevent future ones.
Accountability and Reliability: We live and die by our reputation. We rely on trust, referrals, and repeat business, meaning we're committed to doing the job right the first time and providing exceptional customer care.
Faster Response Times: We respond quickly to emergencies and schedule services sooner than large, national chains. Especially when you’re dealing with urgent pest issues like rodents or wasps, that speed matters.
Customized Treatment Plans: We tailor our services to your property’s specific needs instead of using one-size-fits-all chemical treatments. This results in safer, more effective pest control that minimizes environmental impact and reduces unnecessary pesticide use.
Highly Trained, Experienced Technicians: We invest in training, certification, and continuing education for our technicians. We stay current on the latest pest biology, control techniques, and safety standards.
Long-Term Prevention and Value: Our focus on providing quality service means fewer callbacks, longer-lasting protection, and better value over time. Instead of repeated, temporary fixes, you get strategic solutions that protect your home or business for the long run and provide better peace of mind.

Hiring our team means you get expertise you can trust, faster service, safer and more effective treatments, and long-term results that protect both your property and your peace of mind. Contact us today!