Fire Ant Control in Austin, TX

Take Back Your Austin Yard From Fire Ants

Red imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) have established themselves as one of the most aggressive and persistent yard pests across Central Texas. Austin's clay-loam soils and warm temperatures create ideal conditions for fire ant colonies, which can contain 200,000 to 500,000 workers and multiple queens. A single mature colony can occupy a mound several feet in diameter, and most residential properties with fire ant activity host multiple colonies spread across the lawn, flower beds, and along sidewalks and driveways.

Fire ant stings are more than a nuisance — they pose genuine health risks. Each sting injects venom that produces a burning sensation followed by itchy pustules that persist for days. Young children playing barefoot in the yard, pets exploring the lawn, and anyone who accidentally disturbs a mound while gardening or mowing can receive dozens of stings in seconds. For individuals with venom allergies, fire ant encounters can trigger anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening reaction that requires emergency medical attention.

At Lasso Pest Control, we take fire ant management seriously because it directly impacts how Austin families use their outdoor spaces. Our fire ant program combines immediate mound elimination with long-term colony suppression, ensuring that treated properties stay fire ant-free throughout the active season. We use a two-pronged approach that addresses both visible mounds and the satellite colonies that aren't yet large enough to detect on the surface.

Our Two-Step Fire Ant Treatment

Step one involves individual mound treatment. Our technicians locate every visible mound on your property and apply a fast-acting liquid drench that penetrates deep into the colony, reaching the queen chambers below the surface. This eliminates the active colony within 24 to 48 hours. For properties with heavy infestations, we may also use injectable foam that expands through the underground tunnel network.

Step two is a broadcast application of slow-acting bait granules across your entire yard. Worker ants forage for these granules and carry them back to the colony as food. The active ingredient disrupts the queen's ability to reproduce, causing the colony to collapse over the following weeks. This broadcast treatment catches small or newly established colonies that haven't yet built visible mounds, providing comprehensive protection across the entire property rather than just treating what's visible on the surface.

What to Expect After Treatment

• Visible mounds eliminated within 48 hours
• Broadcast bait suppresses new colonies for 3-4 months
• Pet-safe products — pets can return after product dries
• Quarterly retreatment available for year-round control
• Unlimited callbacks between scheduled treatments
• No mowing required for 24 hours after application