How to get rid of flying ants?

How do I get rid of flying ants around my house? They seem to appear only around lights.

Flying ants, also known as swarmer ants, are ordinary ants that have reached their reproductive stage. They swarm in large numbers during warm, humid weather, often in summer, and are strongly attracted to light sources. While it can be unsettling to see so many at once, swarming is a temporary phenomenon that usually lasts only a few days.

Don’t panic if you spot just a few flying ants indoors; they are likely solitary scouts that entered accidentally. Simply vacuum these up, discard the bag, and inspect for small entry points, such as gaps in screens.

However, finding a large swarm may indicate a more serious issue: a hidden colony within your home's structure (walls or foundation). In this case, merely removing the visible ants is unlikely to be effective, and you’ll need professional pest control to help locate the nest and apply the proper treatment to destroy the main colony itself.

The best way to get rid of flying ants is to contact your local Western team to help provide professional ant control solutions.