Ant trails across the kitchen bench are one of the most common pest calls in Brisbane, especially in spring and summer and just before storms. Small black ants, coastal brown ants and white-footed house ants all move in looking for sugar, grease and water. Some nest outside and walk in, while others settle into wall cavities, under tiles, in pot plants or behind skirting boards, which makes them harder to shift.
The crew we book starts by tracing the trails back to where the ants are coming from. They check window frames, door sills, gaps around pipes, power points on outside walls, cracks in paths and the edges of garden beds. Most treatments use baits that worker ants carry back to the colony, supported by a spray around the outside of the home where ants are coming in.
- Trails traced back to nests and entry points
- Baits set where the ants are feeding
- Outside spray along walls, paths and garden edges
- Pot plants, pavers and retaining walls checked
- Tips on food storage and sealing gaps
Different ants need different baits. Some prefer sugar, while others go for protein or grease, so the crew will look at the type of ant before choosing what to use. Try not to spray or wipe the trails with cleaning products before the visit, as the crew uses them to find the nest. Homes on steep, garden-heavy blocks in Bardon or Ashgrove often see more outdoor nests than inner-city units.
Give the baits a week or two to reach the colony. To book ant treatment in Brisbane, call 07 3543 7764 and describe the ants and where they are coming in.
