Ant control - Auckland

There are over 3000 species of ant. In Auckland, the main problem species are the Black ant, Argentine ant and the Pharoah's ant.

Ants are social insects and are extremely successful and well organised. Colonies consist of males, females and sterlile females. The male exists purely to mate with the female and is then redundant. The female is the queen and creates the sterile females. The sterile females then carry out all tasks of the colony from defence of the nest to caring for young. (The ants you see on the kitchen bench - all sterile females).

Ants follow trails to there destinations. These are marked out by scents or pheromones. They are in constant communication with each other and are very efficient at locating and comunicating a food source back to the nest (spilt jam on the bench). Ants are tireless workers and may have travelled some distance to get to the area they causing a problem.

Ant Control

Eradication and long term control of ants often relies on the experience of the operator. It is important to know the ants trailing and nest making habits. A thorough survey is important.

There are a range of effective treatments to exterminate ants. The use of baits and longer term control solutions should also be considered.

Feel free to contact us on Auckland toll free 0800 226 547 or go to our contact us page. We can answer your queries or arrange a safe, guaranteed treatment to control ants inside your home or business.