How To Get Rid Of An Ant Colony?
How To Get Rid Of An Ant Colony?
We at Ark Termite Treatment The Vines understand the war against ants all too well. That is why every week we get Perth residents coming to us for ant control assistance. Home owners know the struggle of looking their best in their outdoor spaces. Most likely you've spent a sunny afternoon sweeping your paving, feeling good about the job. But, oh no! Just when you are about to enjoy your pristine backyard, ants perhaps will be there working hard too.
That is a little depressing, isn't it?
These little bugs are nesting at your feet so they can dirty your clean pavers with soil overnight. Ants are incredible, really. Their cohesive unit functions like clockwork, wreaking havoc in your patio, garden, and BBQ area. Now, while not dangerous like some ants, left to their own devices, they can be quite bothersome.
What you may ask is that ants actually do that much damage?
Huh, they may look innocent, but their burrowing ability can make pavers settle unevenly or sink. While not on the level of destruction as ants, the fact that they can sneak through micro cracks and look for new terrain is pretty surprising.
What can you do, then, to keep them at bay?
Here are three handy tips:
All gaps around downpipes should be completely sealed using a waterproof sealant.
Use silicone to fill in the gaps between the tiles and your kitchen benchtop.
Do not leave any food scraps lying around to be eaten outside and keep the floors both outside and inside clean.
Thinking about taking matters into your own hands?
Although things like boiling your water or some ant repellent powders may be perceived as a good immediate solution, they usually do nothing to solve the root cause. Actually, ants are very clever and can transfer their whole colony in no time.
Ant colonies are impressive in their order. They split up and work in groups, so it's dealing with a system, and not just a couple ants.
If this sounds a bit too complicated, why not hire professionals to do the job for you?
Our team at Ark Termite Treatment The Vines is knowledgeable about ants and how to treat them. Beginning to your roof voids and cavities, then your exteriors, then straight to your paved areas. We use baits on ant nests and trails to kill ants right at the source. Sometimes, the best option for keeping your house clear of ants is you can opt for experts like us. Call us to discuss how to live comfortably in your home without these unwelcome guests around.
Ark Termite Treatment The Vines offers all pest control services in The Vines and surroundings. Feel free to contact us at (08) 6186 7468 or visit our website:
https://arktermitetreatment.com.au/
