Bull Ants Extermination
North St Marys

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

Ants play a significant role in our environment and are deemed to be a hard worker. The ant fauna is diverse and large, about 300 genera and 15,00 described species and subspecies. In Australia, there are approximately 100 genera and 1,300 described species of ants.

The Bull Ant or bulldog ant is one of the most common ant species in Australia as they measure around 15 to 36 mm in length. They’re known to have two colours, black and red and has a distinct appearance. They have straight and long mandibles and a stinger filled with venom and large eyes.

Bull ants diet is mainly protein rich which predominantly includes other insects. They also enjoy fruits, nectar and seeds. They build colonies to protect the swarm and their queen, though from time to time, the queen takes over other colonies by killing the original queen and have the ants from another tribe become captive.

Almost an exclusive Australian species, they are widely distributed across all states. Bull ants are extremely aggressive and are proven to be great hunters of larger insects. They live mostly outdoors in vegetative areas like forest and build their nests underground or in hollow tree trunks and rotten log. The nest can be difficult to locate since it as it includes a small opening which is covered In moss and debris. They will attack when they are threatened and intruders come close to their nest.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you think there are bull ants swarming in your premises, it would be best to call the closest pest control experts. You can’t just simply manage in removing bull ant’s nest as this requires professional handling. As aforementioned, Bull ants are quite their stingers are full of venom. However, there are easy things you can do and that is to look at your surrounding area for tell-tale signs:

Presence of live ants

If you are seeing large numbers of live ants then you may well have a problem. If you find them in your kitchen or in areas in which you prepare food, then you want to do something about it fast. Ant pathways – in and outside of your home or premises are another sign. Some types of ants will lay down a pheromone trail to a food source. This compound attracts other ants to obtain the food.

Ant Nest

Ants can live anywhere whether indoors or outside, but the majority of them have nests outside. On top of their nests are a little pile of dirt surrounding it. For Bull ants, they mostly reside in hollow tree trunks, rotten logs and burrowed in bushy places. Though some species of ant have houses in dark areas which are harder to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Generally, ants come inside our property for food. They are also attracted to sweet and sticky substances like sugar and chocolates. That is why it is important to keep your kitchen and dining area as clean as possible. As a preventative measure, here are a few ways where you can control ants from gaining entry at your dwelling.

• Consistently cover food
• Keep your kitchen and dining area mess-free
• Maintain cleanliness of those beneath the kitchen appliances
• Make sure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles covered
• Put away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also help prevent rodents from gaining entry into your home by sealing small cracks and openings or any access points they can manage entering through.

Our pest control technicians know what is what when it comes to ant deterrents. They understand the customs of various types of ant and can provide the most appropriate and effective solution. They can also help you eliminate infestations and action around your home or business. It goes without saying that all our treatments are safe for people and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we use is often utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects on humans.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been treated with a spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas remain wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and lots of water as quickly as you can. After a relatively short period duration, your carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control North St Marys

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to offer affordable pest control services. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology research and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having strong control results on termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable because we are aware of the insects that are most commonly found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and well being of your family as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home as well as at work. We have the right equipment and are highly trained to properly identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best method of treatment.

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A majority of homes need annual pest control but commercial premises, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control St Marys, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwanted visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to provide any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our staff members being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter within the North St Marys region.

We will provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and individual treatments) from returning to your property.