Types Of Ants Found In The UK
There are more than 50 species of ants found in the UK, but the most common are black ants. In the winter, black ants stay on the ground, but during the warmer months, the sexually mature adults grow wings and become flying ants.
Other ant species that you might notice include red ants, pharaoh’s ants, and carpenter ants. Each species is equally irritating, and some are particularly damaging to your property, as they have sharp teeth and will eat through wood and other materials.
Most ant species look alike, as they are incredibly small. Some are different colours, such as red ants, but others are difficult to identify.
All ant species can damage your home and pose a health risk, as well as damaging your reputation for cleanliness. Therefore, you need to work with ant control experts like Edinburgh Environmental Services.
Our team can quickly visit your site, identify the species of ants you’re dealing with and employ fast, non-toxic solutions to get rid of the ants. With access to insecticides and products that aren’t available to the general public, we’re able to effectively and safely remove ants.
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The Dangers Of Ants
Ants might not seem dangerous, and while it’s true that they don’t cause as many issues as other insect pests, such as bed bugs, fleas and wasps, they can still cause problems.
When they make their way inside, ants can cause structural damage by damaging wood and other materials to build their nests.
Some ants are attracted to electricity and the warmth of appliances, so they can cause issues when they crawl over electrical wires.
In rare cases, ants might bite humans, and this can be painful and cause an allergic reaction in some people.
Ants can also spread bacteria, so they’re particularly dangerous in kitchens and on commercial properties that serve food.
Any business could face damage to its reputation if large numbers of ants are noticed moving in and out of the building.
That’s why it pays to be proactive when you notice signs of ants.
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How To Prevent Ant Infestations
It’s impossible to fully avoid any pest infestation, but there are simple ways to deter ants.
These include keeping your home clean and tidy and being particularly vigilant about removing crumbs.
You should also be aware of common signs of ant activity, including small piles of earth, trails of ants walking in the same direction and discarded wings during the summer, which could all be indicators of ants inside your property.
If you do notice any of these signs of ants, then you need to act fast.
DIY products aren’t effective at controlling ants and can be toxic to other species or even your own pets and children.
As such, you need to work with expert pest controllers like Edinburgh Environmental Services.
Because we’re RSPH Level 2 Certified, we have access to ant bait and solutions that aren’t available to the general public and can quickly deploy them effectively to remove ant colonies of any size.
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