Ant Control Services in Sri Lanka

Ants, as social insects, reside in complex underground colonies composed of workers and a queen. They have a versatile diet but are particularly attracted to sweets. Indoors, ants primarily infest kitchens and bathrooms, drawn by both food and moisture.

Interesting Facts About Ants

• Variety: There are over 12,000 different ant species worldwide.
• Nuisance: Ants are recognized as America’s top nuisance pest.
• Social Structure: All ants are social insects with a caste system.
• Pheromone Trails: Ants leave pheromone trails wherever they go.
• Colonies: They live in colonies underground or in trees.
• Population: A single colony can house up to 500,000 ants.
• Strength: Ants can carry loads up to 20 times their own weight.
• Communication: They produce exocrine secretions for offense, defense, and communication.
• Swarming: Ants typically swarm once a year, often in August.
• Diet: Different species have varied diets, including sweet, oily foods, wood, or meat.

Signs of an Ant Infestation

Homeowners should be alert to the following signs of an ant infestation:

• Visible Nests: Look for visible ant nests.
• Ant Trails: Noticeable ant trails along walls or floors.
• Live Ants: Seeing live ants inside the home.

Due to their small size, ants can easily go unnoticed, allowing infestations to expand rapidly without warning.

Identifying Ants

Adult ants come in various shapes and sizes but are categorized into three colony castes: queens, workers, or males.

• Queens: Fertile females that lay all the eggs in a colony.
• Workers: Wingless females that gather food, feed larvae, maintain the nest, defend the colony, and do not reproduce.
• Males: Winged ants whose sole purpose is to mate with the queens during the swarming process.

Methods of Treatment

Our ant control services use EPA-approved insecticides that are safe for use in food premises and living accommodations, including hotels, restaurants, hospitals, and homes. These insecticides are based on pyrethrins and do not negatively impact building materials, walls, or garden plants.

Residual Spraying Treatment

To control and prevent ants and other pests, we implement residual spraying treatments using approved insecticides. This method ensures long-term protection and helps maintain a pest-free environment.

Gel Baits

Gel baits generally have a high moisture content and a variety of ingredients that attract cockroaches. If cockroaches are in harborages close to where gel baits are placed, they will usually detect the bait within five minutes and move to it.

Our specialized ant control services ensure that your home or business remains free from these persistent pests. By employing safe and effective treatments, we provide long-lasting protection and peace of mind.