Mark the boundary between outside and inside
A line beside a patio may never enter the house, while a small trail at a window can lead toward stored food. Describe the transition you can actually see. Note door thresholds, planters, and food or water nearby without disturbing a nest. An outdoor patch of insects should not be treated as proof of an indoor colony or a reason to select a product without identification.
Species changes the conversation
Some ants forage indoors; others may be noticed around soil, wood, or outdoor equipment. Size, color, and a painful encounter are not enough to settle which species is present. Do not disturb an unknown mound or put your hands near concentrated activity to get a better image. Tell the assessor whether the concern affects a play area, pet space, kitchen, or building entrance.
Define which parts of the property are involved
For a home with a workshop or shed, specify whether ant activity appears there as well as in the house. Ask which structures and outdoor areas the proposed work includes. Discuss any previously applied bait or spray and whether follow-up monitoring is recommended. Food handling, pet access, and practical entry repairs should be part of a plan suited to the identified pest.