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When ants appear in high-risk environments such as kitchens, healthcare settings or client-facing spaces, they’re more than just a nuisance. They can compromise hygiene standards, damage materials, and lead to repeat callouts if not handled properly.
Ants can carry bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus, and transfer them to food and kitchen surfaces. Some ant species such as the Carpenter Ant, Camponotus species, can also cause structural damage to properties when they create their nests.
Don’t risk the damaging effects of an ant infestation:
Disease – food poisoning through bacteria
Food contamination (through their actual presence)
Reputational damage
Property damage and repair costs
Our qualified technicians employ a variety of strategies to eliminate ant infestations and prevent recurrence, tailoring their approach to the specific ant species and the severity of the problem.
We begin by conducting a comprehensive inspection of your property to identify the ant species, locate nests, and determine the extent of the infestation. Accurate identification is crucial because different ant species respond to different treatment methods.
Depending on the species we use insecticidal baits, spray insecticides, and treat nests.
Where needed, we provide ongoing monitoring and prevention advice so you remain protected and compliant long after the initial visit.
Common ant species in the UK
The UK is home to a diverse range of ant species, each with unique behaviours and habitats. Ants are highly social insects, living in colonies with a division of labour and typically consist of a queen, worker ants, and male ants. Worker ants forage for food, often following trails marked by pheromones and are attracted to sugary substances, proteins, and other food sources.
Common species of ant in the UK include:
Black Garden Ant (Lasius niger)
These are the most common species of ant in the UK and colonies can become quite large. Foraging ants will explore the areas around their nest and once a food source is identified they will communicate to the others. During the summer flying ants can erupt from the nests causing distress to people.
Pharaoh Ants (Monomorium pharaonis)
These are a very small, yellowish-brown tropical ants that can establish colonies comprising of hundreds of Queens indoors. They prefer warm environments and can be difficult to eradicate. They are known for their ability to spread rapidly throughout buildings and can spread bacteria. A typical insecticidal spray will only spread the colony.
We provide specialist treatments for all ant species. As the market leader in eco-friendly sustainable pest control, we follow an integrated pest management approach that is highly effective and minimises the effect on the environment.
Our RSPH trained national team of technicians prioritise products and techniques that minimise the risk to pets, humans and non-target species. You can trust our technicians to respond quickly to eradicate your ant problem.
Fully accredited and compliant technicians
BPCA (British Pest Control Association) members, ISO certified, UK pest regulations compliant
National coverage
Local teams and expertise available across England, Scotland, and Wales
45+ years’ experience
Proven track record of successfully protecting businesses, facilities, and homes across the UK
Tailored pest plans that fit your needs
Our ongoing monitoring services provide peace of mind
“Nurture Pest Control have provided a very seamless implementation and has served our needs perfectly. I am delighted with the communication, reporting and quality of work completed by their team and confident they will continue to provide excellent pest protection for our customers. ”
Frank Maine, Property Contracts Manager, Hyde Group
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Frequently asked questions
How do I reduce the risk of ants?
Here are some tips to minimise your chance of attracting ants:
What are common signs of an ant infestation?
Typical signs of an ant infestation include live insects, ant pathways or trails leading to your property, and small heaps of earth indicating nesting sites.
