Odorous house ants are the tiny brown or black ants that show up in kitchens, pantries, and bathrooms in long, determined trails. When crushed, they give off a strong, unpleasant smell, which is how they got their name. You will often see them around sinks, pet bowls, and any sticky spills.

They move their nests quickly and can split into multiple colonies if you use the wrong products. That is when “a few ants” turns into a constant parade. BRD uses professional baits and treatments that target the entire colony rather than just the ants you see, so trails fade and stay gone.