Ants in Gloucestershire

Ants are a widespread annoyance pest in the UK. While they are beneficial to the ecosystem outdoors, when they are inside properties in large numbers they could be problematic. Ants do not generally pass on diseases, however they will eat or take back to their nest whatever food they can get. They can contaminate food, and it is not beneficial to eat food that ants may have touched or been near. Some types of ants in the United Kingdom can sting, and are dangerous if a nest is disturbed.

There are a variety of different ant treatments that range from preventative measures to full scale nest elimination. For some precautionary situations where ants are merely entering the building looking for food sources, a spray with insecticide on the affected areas will be sufficient to discourage ants. If the issue is persistent, bait traps can be laid in areas where ants are frequently moving. This will entice the ants and stop them from venturing further into the building.

For more severe ant infestations, an experienced pest control company should be hired to examine the location and advise you of the best way to handle the infestation. Frequently the best method to control an ant infestation is to eliminate 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 return to the nest are affected.