Bull Ants Extermination
Ivanhoe East

Are Bull Ants Pestering Your Home?

The Bulldog Ant, is one of the largest sized species of rodents in Australia, they typically measure 15-36mm in length. It’s also commonly known as a Bull Ant Or Jumper Ant, is red/black in colour and has long, straight, distinguishing mandibles that make them instantly recognisable with large eyes.

The Bull Ant forages for a protein based diet which predominantly includes other insects. They also enjoy nectar, seeds and fruits. Colonies tend to be small but the queen does invade other colonies and take them captive, killing the first queen.

Practically an exclusive Australian species, they are widely distributed across all countries. Typically found outside, they build their nests underground, although some prefer a hollowed tree trunk or rotten log. The nest is difficult to locate since it features a small opening which is covered with debris or plants. They’ll attack any intruder that comes close to the nest.

Known for its competitive character, Bull Ants produce a strong, venom-filled bite that causes intense pain. They are mainly awful once they know their home is at risk. An allergic reaction or multiple bites in people can prompt anaphylactic stun, which can be risky. The Bull Ant specifically utilises its venom to incapacitate insect prey.

Have you spotted any bull ants?

If you think you will find bull ants swarming in your premises, it would be best to call the nearest pest control experts. You cannot just simply manage in removing bull ant’s nest as this requires professional handling. As above, Bull ants are quite aggressive and their stingers are filled with venom. However, there are easy things you can do and that’s to look at your surrounding area for tell-tale signs:

Live ants

If you are seeing huge numbers of live ants you might well have an issue. If you find them in your kitchen or in areas in which you prepare food, then you really have to do something about it fast. Ant pathways – in and out of your property or premises are another sign. Some varieties of ants will lay down a pheromone path to a food source. This chemical attracts different ants to locate food.

Ant Nest

Most ant nest site has a small heap of dirt surrounding it unlike Bull snakes, it is not present. As aforementioned they reside in hollow tree trunks, rotten logs and or burrowed in bushy places. Though some species of ant have houses in dark places which are more challenging to spot.

How do you ant-proof your home?

Most ants come inside your home looking for food. They’re attracted to sweet and sticky substances. Here’s how you could ant-proof your home:

• Continuously cover food
• Keep your kitchen and dining area mess-free
• Maintain cleanliness of those beneath the kitchen appliances
• Make sure all garbage cans are tightly sealed
• Keep compost piles enclosed and covered
• Set away pet food as soon as your pet has finished eating

You can prevent rodents from entering your home via fixing passageways, for example, splits and fissure in entryway and window outlines.

Our pest control technicians understand what is what when it comes to ants and challenges around those pests. They comprehend the habits for various sorts of ants and can provide the most proper and effective treatment program. They can likewise help you eradicate infestations and activity around your home or business. We ensure you that our recommended solutions are safe for humans and animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you apply?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. We can assure you that the constituents active they might come into contact with, either when it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion, is minute.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects on humans.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. Should this happen, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you can. In a short amount of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t harm you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Ivanhoe East

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide low-cost pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biology studies . They are certified to give efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We have a range of treatments that are designed to have minimal environmental impact while providing powerful results for controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing because we are aware of the species of pests that are present in your local area or community.

We are a specialist in developing innovative and affordable pest control management including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control services are developed in a way that puts the health and wellbeing of your family as our top priority.

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Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We are well equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and suggest the appropriate method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes need annual pest control but commercial premises due to safety and health regulations require more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Eastern Suburbs, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we will set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate worries about visitors who aren’t welcome. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control procedure if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are, they are fully equipped to expertly tackle any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter within the Ivanhoe East region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will all require different and individual treatments) from coming back to your property.