Ants are one of the most common calls we get alongside cockroaches in Brisbane. You might see a thin line of tiny black ants running along the kitchen bench, small brown ants coming up through gaps in the tiles, or bigger sugar ants wandering in at night. Warm, humid weather keeps ants busy for much of the year, and they often move indoors after heavy rain or during hot, dry spells.
When you call, we ask what the ants look like, where the trails are and whether you have seen nests in the garden or lawn. We give you an upfront price and book a nearby independent pest crew. The crew we book traces the trail back toward the nest where they can, then chooses a treatment to suit the type of ant.
- Ant bait placed along trails so workers carry it back to the nest
- A targeted spray around entry points, paths and the base of walls
- Treatment of nests found in lawns, garden beds and paving cracks
- Tips on food storage, pet bowls and bench cleaning
Ant bait works slowly, like cockroach gel bait. The worker ants take it back to share with the colony, including the queen. You might see more ants around the bait for a day or two, which is a good sign. Try not to wipe away the trail or spray over the bait while it is working.
Ants can be tricky because some types split into new nests when disturbed by store-bought sprays. Leaving it to the crew usually gets a better result. If ants are taking over your kitchen or garden in Brisbane, call 07 3543 7768 and we will book a local crew at a time that suits you.
