Ant Control Services in the Mansfield Area

There are over a million varying insect species in the world, and in various forms they can bite, sting and spread disease … or just be a complete irritation.

If you have a problem with ants or are unlucky enough to be suffering from an ant intrusion at your home or workplace,the Pest Professionals in Mansfield can assist. Pest Professionals provide you with instant help if you have an ant issue in two extremely easy and practical steps:

The no obligation phone consultation service applies to both residential and business customers in the Mansfield region. No ant job is too large or too small for us to take a look at. Where appropriate we are able to advise on any immediate action required to protect your health, property or belongings prior to a visit. If a visit is called for we let you know if there will be a call out fee and also advise on the probable charges of any ant treatment should it be needed.

Ants Found in the UK

The most common ant found in the UK is the Black Ant or garden ant. It is seen in a wide range of habitats and is common in urban and suburban locations. A heady cocktail of managed grass, flower beds and sun-warmed paving is especially attractive to the ant. They feed on a variety of foods and ants living near to buildings readily come inside to feed on food waste.

Ants live in nests which are typically located in the soil, often below paving slabs, in building foundations and from time to time in the cavity walls of buildings. Each nest comprises a queen ant, countless workers (which are 2mm to 5mm in length and are the most commonly seen), some males and some juveniles. There can be thousands of ants in one nest and a nest can persist for a number of years. This species of ant produces the flying ant on humid days in summer, behaviour connected with mating.

Ant Control

Ants can be controlled with a combination of insecticides and gel baits which can only be used by qualified pest controllers. Experience in gaining control over ant colonies is vital to get the most effective results and is something we are experts in. Call now for a free consultation.

Other ant species

Red Ants

Not so prevalent is the biting ant, referred to as the red ant, which can often be discovered under debris or rocks in the garden. More common in countryside than city environments. Can cause a real problem when the foraging workers come indoors searching out sugary food sources. Swarms when mating, often in August. Stings readily, producing a reaction similar to stinging nettles. Workers about 3.5 mm to 5mm in length.

Pharoah’s Ants

The Pharoah’s ant is a tropical ant species but one that survives in the UK around heated areas. Nests are often deep-rooted. Workers are light yellowish in colour with a darkish abdominal area and a characteristic ‘double waist’. Each nest has many queens. Feeds on human foods like meat, jam, sugar etc. and may be a real nuisance around food preparation areas. Can swarm at any time of year.

Ghost Ants

A small ant usually under 2mm in length which can be identified from its pale/ translucent legs and abdomen. Nests indoors in small spaces such as wall cavities. Likes moist areas and often discovered under flowerpots in gardens. Feeds on sweet substances. Colonies can have a number of nesting sites.

If you need sound advice or rapid solutions to issues with ants anywhere in Mansfield or the nearby towns and villages – get in touch.