Ant Control Services

 Ant infestations often start small but spread quickly. You may have a problem if you notice:

• Ant trails along skirting boards, benchtops, or pathways
• Small mounds or soil piles near pavers or driveways
• Winged ants (flying ants) emerging indoors or around windows
• Ants appearing around food, pet bowls, or rubbish bins
• Rustling sounds behind walls or inside cabinetry
  

Because ants live in large colonies (often underground or inside walls), seeing even a few is often a sign of a much larger problem nearby.

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 Ants are social insects that live in colonies ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands. Each colony has a queen (responsible for reproduction), workers, and sometimes soldiers.

Key behavioural traits:

• Constant Foraging: Worker ants leave scent trails to food sources and lead others back.
• Nesting Preferences: Most species nest outdoors under soil, pavers, or garden beds — but will move indoors during hot or wet weather.
• Seasonal Activity: Ants are most active in spring and summer, when they search for water and food.
• Species-Specific Behavior:
  • Coastal Brown Ants prefer soil and lawns.
  • Black House Ants target kitchens and sugary foods.
  • Bull Ants are aggressive and deliver painful bites

Understanding these patterns helps our technicians apply targeted treatments that eliminate the colony, not just the visible ants.

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 Ants aren’t just annoying — they can create serious hygiene and property concerns: 

Ants are naturally drawn to food and moisture, making kitchens, bathrooms, and pantries prime targets. Once inside, they can:

• Contaminate food and preparation areas by crawling across benches, utensils, and open containers
• Spread bacteria and pathogens, including Salmonella and Streptococcus
• Nest inside walls, under floors, or in roof voids, causing hidden infestations
• Damage electrical wiring and appliances, particularly from invasive species like Argentine ants
• Weaken pavers or concrete when nesting outdoors near foundations
   

Even small trails can indicate a much larger problem beneath the surface
 

For commercial premises, an ant problem can quickly impact reputation and compliance.
Ant infestations can:

• Breach health and hygiene regulations, particularly in food handling or hospitality environments
   
• Damage business reputation, especially for cafes, restaurants, and aged care facilities
   
• Cause customer complaints and staff discomfort
   
• Lead to costly downtime for cleaning, re-inspections, or lost stock
   

Swift, professional pest management ensures your business stays compliant and pest-free year-round.

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At Swift Pest Solutions, we use proven, Chemical control methods targeted methods designed to eliminate ants completely — not just the ones you see.
Our process includes:

1. Comprehensive Inspection – identify ant species and locate nests
2. Targeted Treatment – use safe baits, gels, and sprays to reach colonies
3. Nest Eradication – ensure the queen and colony are destroyed
4. Follow-Up Support – advice and prevention to stop future infestations
    

All products are eco-friendly, pet-safe, and compliant with Australian standards.

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Keep ants away with a few simple habits:

• Seal cracks and gaps around windows, skirting, and doors
• Store food in airtight containers
• Wipe benches and mop spills immediately
• Trim vegetation touching your house
• Empty bins regularly
   

Routine pest maintenance can help you avoid repeat infestations year-round.

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 There are over 1300 species of native ant in Australia however the black house ant and white footed house and are the species that predominately bother people inside their home, getting into pantries and cupboards scavenging for any food left unsealed. These ants are approximately 3mm in length and are often found in large colonies. There are also larger ant species in Australia such as the bull ant and carpenter ant which can give you a nasty bite if they feel threatened.

While every ant requires a different treatment, our licensed technicians undergo training, so they know how to handle any situation during our 

residential pest control.

 All our commercial pest control work comes with a pest management folder that meets local council approval.