Ants are a summer staple in Chadstone. They come in after rain, on hot afternoons and whenever there is something sweet or greasy left out. Black house ants, coastal brown ants and Argentine ants are among the ones that most often trail into kitchens, bathrooms and pantries, while others build mounds in lawns and under pavers.
The trick with ants is finding the nest. Spraying a trail may clear the ants for a day, but it can also cause the colony to split and set up in new spots. The crew we book tracks the trails back to where they are coming from, then uses baits and targeted treatments so the worker ants carry the product back to the colony.
- Tracing trails from inside the home back to the entry point
- Baiting in kitchens, pantries and bathrooms
- Treatment of pavers, slab edges, courtyards and garden beds
- Attention to the bases of trees, fences and retaining walls
- Advice on food storage and moisture that draws ants in
Before the visit, wipe up sweet spills and store sugar, honey, jam and pet food in sealed containers. Try not to spray or wipe away the trails for a day or two before the crew arrives, as they help show where the ants are coming from. If you have used your own ant products, mention them when you call.
Ant numbers usually drop over a week or so as the bait works through the colony. Homes with lots of paving or big garden beds may need a second treatment later in summer. Call 03 7053 9838 for upfront pricing on ant treatment in Chadstone.