Ripon Ant Control

Ants are a common nuisance pest in the UK. While they are advantageous to the environment outdoors, when they are inside properties in large numbers they can be problematic. Ants do not generally spread diseases, however they will eat or take back to their nest whatever food they can find. They can contaminate food, and it is not beneficial to eat food 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 range of different ant treatments that vary from precautionary measures to full scale nest eradication. For most deterrent situations where ants are merely entering the building seeking for food sources, a spray with insecticide on the affected areas will be all that is needed to prevent ants. If the problem is prolonged, bait traps can be laid in areas where ants are frequently moving. This will appeal to the ants and prevent them from exploring further through the building.

For more serious ant infestations, an experienced pest control company should be hired to examine the area and give you advice on the best technique to deal with the infestation. In general the best method to control an ant infestation is to get rid of the nest. This is 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.