Ants
Ants live in organized colonies and workers travel along trails between nests and food or water. Correct species identification is important because nesting behaviour and treatment response differ.
ABOUT THE PEST
Ants
Ants live in organized colonies and workers travel along trails between nests and food or water. Correct species identification is important because nesting behaviour and treatment response differ.
IDENTIFICATION
How to Recognize It
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Ant trails
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Repeated entry through cracks
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Activity around food or moisture
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Soil mounds
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Nesting in walls, paving or landscaping
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
Why It Matters
Ants may contaminate food and can disrupt homes and business operations. Some species may bite or sting.
Prevention
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Clean food residues
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store products securely
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fix leaks
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trim vegetation
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seal cracks
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avoid disturbing trails before inspection
PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT
Pest Free Approach
Pest Free traces trails, identifies likely nesting locations and conducive conditions, then applies species-appropriate baits or targeted treatments and monitors results.
