Bull Ants Extermination
Mount Lewis

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bulldog Ant, is one of the biggest sized species of ants in Australia, they typically measure 15-36mm in length. It’s also commonly known as a Bull Ant Or Jumper Ant, is red/black in colour and has very long, straight, distinguishing mandibles that make them instantly recognisable with big eyes.

The Bull Ant forages for a protein based diet which predominantly includes other insects. They also enjoy nectar, seeds and fruits. Colonies tend to be small but the queen does invade other colonies and take them captive, killing the original queen.

Practically an exclusive Australian species, they are widely distributed across all countries. Typically found outdoors, they build their nests underground, even though some favor a hollowed tree trunk or rotten log. The nest is difficult to locate as it features a small opening which is covered with debris or plants. They’ll attack any intruder that comes close to the nest.

Bull ants are widely distributed across all Australian states. They are extremely aggressive and are fantastic hunters of larger insects. They’re found outdoors, nestling in bushy places, hollow tree trunks and rotten log. They can gain entry inside the home or some other buildings through small cracks and openings. The nest can be difficult to locate since it as it features a small opening which is covered In debris and moss. They’ll attack when they are threatened and intruders come close to their nest.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you suspect an infestation within your household and surrounding area, it is ideal to do some preventative measures. As above, these ants are extremely competitive and they have venom-filled stingers. Also, do not attempt to eliminate their colony by yourself. Call in the nearest help of pest exterminator to ensure that they can provide appropriate treatment control. Here are some tell-tale signs you can assume for ant infestation:

Live ants

If you’re seeing large numbers of live ants then you may well have a problem. If you find them in your kitchen or in locations 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 kinds of ants will lay down a pheromone trail to a food source. This compound attracts other ants to find the food.

Ant Nest

Ants can live anywhere whether indoors or outside, but most of them have nests outside. On top of their nests are a small 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 homes in dark areas which are harder to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Most ants come in your home looking for food. They’re attracted to sweet and sticky substances. Here’s how you could ant-proof your home:

• Continuously cover food
• Clean food and liquid spills Immediately
• Keep your under the kitchen appplianes clean
• Ensure garbage bins are shut and wet trash is disposed of immediately
• Keep compost piles enclosed and covered
• Set away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can also seal small holes and cracks and any access points you can find in your home to prevent ants from gaining entry.

Our pest control technicians know what is what when it comes to ant deterrents. They understand the customs of different kinds of ant and may provide the most suitable and effective solution. They also can allow you to remove fleas around your home or business. We ensure you that our remedies are individual and animal-safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatment you use?

Your pet’s safety is extremely important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Does the spray pose harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and does not cause any harm to humans.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas sprayed?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you can. In a short amount in time carrier tap water has evaporated and won’t be harmful to you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

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We have been highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable service for pest management. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological research and are certified to offer efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

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Most Mount Lewis residential properties need annual pest control services but commercial premises because of their safety and health requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Bankstown, after an initial examination as well as treatment we are able to create an annual program for our customers to reduce worries about unwanted visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and homeowners alike. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity to visit your property using a non-branded vehicle to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, we have the tools to tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues that you may encounter within the Mount Lewis region.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatments) from coming back to your property.