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Romiley Ant Infestation Removal

Ants Species

Amazingly, there are more than 8000 types of ant worldwide. All species build their nests, form their social networks and seek out their food in different ways. Many ant species scavenge for food and often feast on waste materials and sometimes on other creatures. The Pharaoh Ant species can be particularly problematic if introduced into a living space and they can be extremely difficult to remove. Another species which is common through the United Kingdom is the Black Garden Ant, which is attracted into commercial and private properties by sweet smelling food sources.

Problems Related to Ants

Workers of both species are considered to be problematic when they are found scavenging food/water along trails already scented by other ants. Pharaoh ants have a particular fondness of meat, cheese and fats, whilst the Black Garden ant tends to opt for sweeter food sources.

Infestations of Pharoah ants have been known to enter hospitals, where they feed on blood and intravenous liquids. Disgustingly, they have also been known to gorge on human excretion and soiled bandages. Furthermore, this species has a tendency to destroy packaging and can even display aggression towards children. Ant infestations such as these need to dealt with effectively and promptly.

Black Garden ants often congregate around sweet food stores in people's private and commercial properties. Nonetheless, they are known to be a pest when discovered in infestations outdoors. This species removes soil and helps the production of greenfly by doing so. Moreover, the ants feed on the sweet emissions of the greenfly when it is gorging itself on plant matter.

Ant Biology

An ant body is segmented into three main sections: head, thorax and abdomen. All of these body parts are conjoined by slim waits and ants possess antennae that are linked by elbow-like appendages.

Pharaoh ants have biting mandibles and have working wings, which are attached to the hind wings. However, this species of ant is not known to regularly fly. Worker ants measure between 1.5mm and 2mm and are coloured yellow and brown; whereas, males are 3mm in length, possess wings, but do not fly. Queens are usually 3.5-5mm long and are a distinct blood red colour. The Black Garden worker often measures between 3.4mm and 5mm and is dark in appearance. The Queen of the species is often 15mm long and light-mid brown in colour.

Professional Ant Control- Pharaoh Ants

Pharaoh ants have developed an extremely complex social structure and their nests are often exceedingly hard to access. Any ant infestation linked to this species should be dealt with carefully. Here at Young's Pest Control, we often control the ant infestation by using properly manufactured insecticidal bait or insect growth regulator. These methods of Romiley ant infestation removal treatment give the best results in the shortest period of time. Nevertheless, customers must allow us to conduct a survey to examine the extent of the problem, as this will determine the course of action we take. If we decide to use insecticidal bait, then it will be applied around the perimeter of the infestation until is slowly moves inwards. Eventually, all of the infestations will be treated and results should be seen very quickly.

Professional Ant Control - Black Garden Ants

These species do not often pose a significant threat, but can be a pest of they enter private and commercial properties. To treat an infestation of Black Garden ants we would completely decimate the nest using a strong insecticide. Thus, the insecticide will be applied throughout the nest, ensuring that results are seen immediately. Romiley ant infestation removal will be efficient and effective, making sure your property is restored to normal working order. Black Garden ants can enter properties through the smallest of crack and crevices, so be aware if you find a fault of this nature in your house or place of work. Ant infestation in a house can be devastating for an owner, so if you suspect any problems, do not hesitate to contact us instantly.

Services We Offer

If you are suffering from an ant infestation or a flying ant infestation, then why not give us a call? A friendly member of our professional team will be able to discuss the problem you are having and then take you through our services. Our ant control, Romiley ant infestation removal and flying ant infestation removal packages are tailored to your needs, so the problem can be eradicated promptly. Our ant treatment is specially formulated to guarantee targeted and fast results. We also make sure an ant infestation in the house is taken seriously to ensure the problem does not reoccur.