Get rid of Ants & Ant Infestations from your West London Property

To decide on the best Ant control treatment for your property we need to know exactly what type of Ant infestation we are dealing with. During the survey we will establish the species of Ant, locate the Ant nests and identify the entry points used by the Ants to access your home or commercial premises. A full property inspection will be carried out by our professional Ant controllers and a written report will be produced, detailing the best course of action for how to get rid of the Ants for the long-term.

In most cases, a specialised pesticide powder will be laid down in the identified areas to trick the Ant into thinking it is food. The Ants then work together to transport it back to the Ant nest where it destroys the entire Ant colony. The pesticide powder for Ant control remains active over time to ensure the problem stays away and the Ants do not return. Other Ant species may require a different form of Ant treatment such as the Pharaoh Ant, whereby ongoing observation and bait stations are more commonly used.

Prevention from future Ant infestations is crucial. All access points into and out of your property will be sealed and any waste will be removed and disposed of appropriately.

Most Common Ant Pests in UK:

The most common Ant in the UK is the Black Garden Ant, otherwise known as Lasius Niger. It can be described as a dark brown Ant measuring at about 5mm in size with reddish legs and antennae.

Ants are highly organised social insects and prefer to live outside in the garden. They will travel far and wide to hunt food (usually sweet foods) and work together as a solid team to transport it back to the Queen Ant and larvae in the Ant nest. Once the Queen Ant dies, the entire colony will collapse because they cannot reproduce without her. Ants become a real nuisance once they start entering your home or commercial workspace – speak to our pest control team for long-lasting and reliable Ant control methods.

Starting to notice the Black Garden Ant or any other species of Ant in your kitchen and/or food cupboards? This could be a sign of a serious Ant infestation. You will likely see them moving in long lines across your kitchen surfaces, up the walls or across the ceiling! It doesn’t take much to attract a whole army of Ants; a biscuit crumb usually does the trick.

The Black Garden Ant is not considered a ‘significant risk to public health’ although it is not advised to have them living in your food containers!

Other Types of Ant Pests in UK:

Do you live in a block of flats with central heating? You may come across the Pharaoh Ant or the Ghost Ant which are also becoming increasingly common in the UK. The Ant nests are often hidden within the building structure and cannot be found without hiring a professional pest control service in your area.