Ellesmere Port Ant Control

Ants are a common nuisance pest in the UK. While they are advantageous to the ecosystem outdoors, when they are inside properties in great numbers they could be problematic. Ants do not usually spread diseases, however they will eat or take back to their nest whatever food they can get. They can contaminate food, and it is not recommended to consume foodstuffs that ants may have touched or been near. Some species of ants in the United Kingdom can sting, and are dangerous if a nest is disturbed.

There are a number of different ant treatments that range from preventative measures to full scale nest elimination. For some deterrent situations where ants are merely entering the building seeking for food sources, a spray with insecticide on the affected areas will be adequate to discourage ants. If the problem is continual, bait traps can be laid in areas where ants are frequently travelling. This will entice the ants and prevent them from exploring further through the building.

For much more serious ant infestations, an experienced pest control company should be hired to study the location and give you advice on the best method to control the infestation. Often the simplest way to control an ant infestation is to remove the nest. This can be done using insecticide powder that is applied both to the nest and in the nearby area to ensure any ants that go back to the nest are eradicated.