Ants

Ants

Ant Prevention & Safe Control Methods

Ants are incredibly resilient, invasive pests. Left unchecked, ant infestations in buildings pose potential health risks and can cause severe property damage, such as fire hazards from nesting inside electronics.

Because different ant species behave differently, we identify the specific ant species prior to treatment to tailor a plan for your home or business. New Zealand is home to around 35 ant species, though generally only a handful reach pest status.

Tailored Ant Treatment Options

Exterior Spray Treatment (General Crawling Insects)

  • Invisible Barrier: Provides a protective barrier on the building exterior to stop invading ants, as well as spiders and cockroaches.

  • Combined Approach: For moderate to severe ant infestations, or where ants are already nesting inside wall or roof cavities, we recommend combining this spray with a dedicated ant treatment.

Dedicated Ant Treatment

  • Professional Baiting & Spot Spraying: Utilises professional-grade ant baits and specialised ant treatment products targeted at the specific species.

  • Proactive Ant Management: Multiple applications may be required for optimal results. For ongoing problems, we offer monthly Proactive Ant Treatments to keep ants outside year-round.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Treatment duration varies depending on factors like ant species, property location (e.g., rural vs. urban), property size, severity of the infestation, and seasonal weather conditions.

Complete eradication is not always possible because ant nests are often located off-property. Foraging ants can trail over 200 meters from their nest, and satellite nests can spread over 100 meters from the original nest within a single year. Ongoing, regular management is the best way to maintain long-term control.

To get the best results, clear food crumbs and spills from countertops, store open pantry items in sealed containers, sweep or vacuum floors, and ensure access along interior baseboards and exterior perimeter walls.

Yes. When applied according to strict safety guidelines, professional ant baits and targeted sprays are applied in hidden or low-exposure areas (like wall cavities or specialised bait stations) to minimise exposure to family members and pets.
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