by developersHow To Get Rid Of Ants
During the spring and summer months, ants can be a serious issue that annoys homeowners throughout Edinburgh and the UK.
While ants congregate and build nests outside, they can move indoors in search of food sources to take back to the queen ant.
There are several ant species found in the UK, the most common of which are black garden ants. Red ants, carpenter ants, Pharaoh’s ants and others can also be found.
As experienced providers of ant control services across Edinburgh and the Lothians, EES understands how to get rid of ants permanently and reduce the chances of a future ant infestation, so keep reading to find out more.
Signs Of An Ant Infestation
Ants are relatively large insect pests, especially when compared to minuscule bugs like bed bugs and fleas. Some signs of an ant problem include:
- Sightings: Seeing ants inside your property indicates that you have an ant problem and need fast treatment.
- Ant Trails: If you notice trails of ants walking in the same direction, particularly inside your home, this could indicate an infestation.
- Ant Nests: Small piles of earth, usually found in your garden, are a sign that ants have built a nest and the colony will be seeking a food source, most likely from inside your property.
- Wings: In the summer, you may find discarded wings from flying ants, which are sexually mature black ants, who shed their wings once they’ve finished mating.
- Piles Of Wood: If you notice small piles of sawdust, known as frass, then this is a sign of a carpenter ant problem.
The Importance Of Professional Pest Control For Ants
While DIY ant powders and other products might seem like an easy way to cut costs, they’re often ineffective against ants.
That’s because they need to be used correctly, and also because ants often avoid them once they notice them.
These products might not work against ants, but they can be toxic to children or pets, which is why it’s always best to work with a professional pest control company like EES to get rid of ants.
Our team are RSPH Level 2 certified, with access to ant control products that can’t be purchased by the general public.
Thanks to our extensive experience controlling ants, we know how to use these products to kill ants, ensuring the entire colony is gone.
Once the ants are eradicated, we can check for entry points and seal holes in your home’s exterior to prevent future infestations.
How To Prevent Future Ant Infestations
Ants are incredibly small, so it can be difficult to fully prevent them from entering your home. Some simple steps you can take to reduce your chances of future ant problems include:
- Seal Entry Points: Ants can access your space through even tiny cracks and crevices, so make sure you seal any potential entry points.
- Limit Access To Food Sources: To stop ants finding food, making sure you keep food storage areas tidy, and keep your food in sealed containers. Ants will eat almost anything, so you also need to keep pet food bowls clean and store pet food in airtight containers.
- Keep Your Space Clean: As well as food, ants will eat crumbs, and sugary spillages such as beer, soda or chocolate can attract ants. As such, you need to make sure you clean up mess quickly to reduce the chances of ants or other pests finding a food source.
- Be Proactive: Even a single ant sighting could eventually lead to more ants inside your home, so as soon as you notice ants, find their entry points and contact professional pest controllers to deal with the issue fast.
Book Professional Ant Treatment Today
As we’ve highlighted, ant infestations require professional treatment to ensure the ants are completely eradicated. Natural remedies are ineffective, as are DIY treatments, so ant control is best left to the professionals.
It’s important that you act fast, as ants use pheromone trails to attract other ants, and before you know it the whole colony could be traipsing in and out of your space, contaminating food and causing distress.
For homes across Edinburgh, EES has the skills and knowledge to get rid of ants for good. Our team can provide one-off treatments for homes throughout Edinburgh, and also offer ant control as part of our commercial pest control services for businesses across all industries.
As well as ants, we can also eradicate all common pests, including rats, mice, squirrels, silverfish, birds and more, making EES the only pest control company you’ll ever need. As soon as you see signs of ant activity in your home, contact us on 0131 560 6441 to get rid of your ant problem for good.