What treatment can be used when treating areas where ant nests are suspected?

The use of crack and crevice treatment is particularly effective when dealing with ant nests, as it allows for targeted application of insecticides directly into the areas where ants are likely to hide or nest. This method focuses on the small spaces and gaps where ants often enter buildings, providing localized control and minimizing the risk of exposing non-target organisms or the environment to unnecessary chemicals.

By applying insecticides in these tight spaces, it ensures the treatment reaches the colonies more effectively, disrupting their activities and reducing their population. This precision makes crack and crevice treatment a preferred strategy in ant management, especially in areas where nests are suspected.

Granular pesticide applications and surface spraying can also be useful in certain contexts, but they are typically broader in scope and might not be as effective in addressing nests located in confined areas. Fogging is more suited for treating larger areas for flying insects rather than specifically targeting ant nests. Thus, crack and crevice treatment stands out as the best option for directly addressing suspected ant nests.