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Control for ants in plants

Reliable treatment for ants in London

In a residential environment, garden ants are more than just a problem pest, especially when they are crawling all over your kitchen cupboards and worktops. Even if you have the cleanest house, ants can still invade your home as they will be attracted to pet food and food waste in your bin.

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Garden ant facts


  • Garden ants can easily access your home through the tiniest of gaps and holes. Outside, they will normally be found nesting under patios or near shrubs, so watch out for those ant trails.

  • Garden ants are normally a pest in the warmer months of the year, but mild winters can often see them emerging earlier.

  • They are considered a commercial pest as they can contaminate food and surfaces they come in contact with, so getting professional garden ant control carried out should be a priority.

  • The queen ant can live up to 15 years and in some cases, it has been claimed that they have lived to 30 years.

  • Common during the summer months in the UK, and often a nuisance in bakeries and restaurants where they forage for sweet foods.

  • The worst time of the year is during the mating season in July, dependent on the weather, when there are literally thousands flying around.

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Garden Ant (Lasius Niger)

Size: Male: 0.5 – 0.7 cm (Drones)
Female: 0.3 – 0.5 cm (Worker)

Appearance: Black, brown or sometimes red.

Breeding: The entire cycle takes approximately two months from egg to adult.

In the UK, indigenous species often nest outdoors, but are likely to enter properties looking for food. The common black ant (Lasius Niger), which is the main one we deal with in the summer, is an active insect. It nests outside in grass, walls, and under paving. It will forage widely in search of food, which is how it comes to enter premises.

Significance

Foraging worker ants can cause a nuisance as they are willing to travel in search of food, following scented trails and clustering around the food source. Sweet foods are preferred but depending on the time of the year they will also devour proteins in abundance. They can be an unpleasant sight and may damage food used for human consumption, hence the reason they need to be controlled.

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How do I get rid of ants in my home?


  • Hygiene is the key here as ants are constantly foraging for sugary or protein based foods, so make sure these are out of reach.

  • Identify the type of ant you have. During the summer months the most common type of ants are garden ants.

  • You have two choices: a DIY solution, or calling the professionals depending on the level of infestation and the location.

  • If you have an ant problem in your home and are seeking professional treatment against ants, then give The Pied Piper a call and we will do the rest.

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About our garden ant treatment in London

1 Initial Visit

  • Before a treatment is carried out, it is important for our technician to identify the ant species, as this will provide details of the biology, life cycle, and habits of the ant.
  • Once we have this information, we can exploit it in the control programme.
  • Once established, we will be able to carry the appropriate treatment to the relevant areas and our technician will carry out a thorough inspection in order to try and locate the nest.
  • Our technician will treat the areas using a combination of highly effective insecticides which will eradicate the ants.
  • Once the first visit is complete our technician will complete a detailed inspection report explaining what he has done and leave you with a contactless digital copy.

2 Follow Up Visit

  • This visit will be carried out as a preventative treatment and to eliminate any other problem areas.
  • These areas will be treated using a combination of highly effective insecticides which will eradicate the ants.
  • The premises should normally be clear at this point and this treatment will prevent any future infestation for the current year.
  • Our technician will complete a detailed inspection report explaining what he has done and leave you with a contactless digital copy.

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We have been trading for over twenty-five years and have gained a reputation as one of London’s leading pest control providers with our professionalism and customer service, our reviews speak for themselves.  We offer 24-hour pest control in and around London.

  • Reliable and professional service
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Efficient Solutions

The Pied Piper has a proven track record and experience covering all types of pest control including Rodents, bed bugs, wasps, fleas, grey squirrels, foxes and birds. We can Identify pest species and signs quickly and take instant action. You can expect high-quality services from expert pest technicians to ensure effective treatment for common pests, seasonal pests, unwanted pests, bed bug infestations, and other pests.

  • Latest techniques and formulations
  • Environmentally friendly solutions
  • Non toxic alternatives are available
  • Comprehensive monitoring and reports
  • Professional & experienced technicians

Safety Conscious

The Pied Piper places health and safety above all else when dealing with the public. Our pest control procedures are safe for people and pets. Our local technicians are constantly attending the latest courses and have regular safety training to carry out their work safely. We use pest control chemicals that are safe for use and we use the best pest control methods provided by pest control professionals. So, you can ensure quality pest removal services from us. 

  • All pesticides used are approved for use in the UK
  • All technicians are kitted out with the relevant PPE
  • CHAS, Safe Contractor, CEPA, BPCA accredited
  • Non-Toxic treatments

Expertise

The Pied Piper can also provide your home or business with the following additional services and expertise as these would be an extension of the pest control solutions we provide. Our pest control technicians take pest control contracts seriously and put immense effort into ensuring the best quality services for you. 

 

  • Abseiling
  • Decontamination services
  • Rubbish removal
  • Decontamination and disinfection treatments
  • Drain surveys and inspections

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How it Works

1. Contact

Call or message us and we will arrange for a member of our team to contact you

  • Local Knowledgeable pest control experts
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    (during Mon-Fri 8-5pm)
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2. Survey

We will discuss your pest problem and quote you over the phone or arrange a survey and email you a quote asap

  • Appointment time slots to suit you
  • Control programs tailored to your requirements
  • BPCA certified technicians

3. Treatment

Our BPCA qualified technicians will attend your property to provide pest control treatments

  • Appointment at a time convenient to you
  • Explain clearly what our tech will do
  • Child & pet safe treatments

4. Aftercare

We will make sure that after your treatment program is complete your premises will be clear of any pests

  • Pest prevention advice given
  • Detailed reports
  • Peace of mind
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