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Spot a tidy black trail of common garden ants (Lasius niger) on the worktop and it’s tempting to dust everything with talc or ant powder. Trouble is, those quick fixes seldom reach the queen. Below is the straightforward, science‑backed approach to ant control we use to clear the whole colony—usually after a single, 30‑minute visit.
“What exactly is this gel bait?”
Picture a thick sucrose‑based syrup infused with a measured dose of imidacloprid or fipronil—both phenyl‑pyrazole neuro‑active insecticides. Ants are hard‑wired to share food through trophallaxis (mouth‑to‑mouth exchange), so they take a sip, carry some home, then pass it around the brood chambers and queen. Because the active is slow acting (it interferes with the γ‑aminobutyric‑acid receptor over several hours), it gets well distributed before any ant shows symptoms, leading to a colony‑wide collapse over the following days.
“What happens during the visit?”
Our ant treatment includes:
- Short survey – Your technician follows pheromone trails, pinpoints entry points and notes nest vents behind skirting or brick cracks.
- Precision baiting – 2–3 mm droplets of gel are placed on foraging routes and near nest entrances—no fumes, no odour.
- Observation window – Worker numbers start falling within 24–48 hours. Full resolution usually takes about two weeks as the ingredient moves through workers, larvae and the queen.
Total time on site: about 30 minutes, including a quick chat about what to expect next.
“Could my DIY powder affect the ant treatment?”
Yes. Pyrethroid dusts and contact sprays leave residues that ants avoid, so the bait may be ignored. Please vacuum or wipe away any home treatments and let surfaces dry before we arrive. Contact killers only reach the few ants they touch; the gel is designed to reach the heart of the nest without tearing out cabinets or flooring.
“How should I prepare the house?”
- Declutter likely hotspots—under‑sink cupboards, cereal drawers, boiler areas, pet‑feeding corners.
- Remove and clean up previous ant products.
Secure pets and jot down every place you’ve seen activity: kitchens (food source), bathrooms (water), warm spots near radiators or boilers, and odd corners during swarming season. The more info you share, the faster we fix the problem.
“Is it really just £120?”
Yes. The £120 flat rate covers the survey, professional‑grade bait, application, and after‑care advice. No hidden extras.
Ready To Put The Ants In The Past?
Call 07496 680 879 or tap the “Contact Us” button on our website to book your ant treatment. One discreet visit, and the colony quietly takes care of itself—so you can get back to a crumb‑free kitchen.
