Ants

Effective removal solutions for nuisance ant infestations

ants

Expert ant removal services for
homes and businesses

Ant infestations are a common in homes and businesses across the North East, particularly during warmer months when colonies become more active in search of food and water. Species such as the black garden ant often enter properties through small cracks and gaps, invading kitchens, pantries and food preparation areas. While not dangerous, ants can contaminate food, become a persistent nuisance, and quickly establish nests in wall cavities, under flooring, or within paving and gardens if left untreated.

Ants commonly seen in UK properties

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Black garden ant

Most common Uk species. Highly invasive. Can bite and spray formic acid from its abdomen.

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Common red ant

Aggressive ant species, often found under lawns or patios. Can deliver a noticeable sting when disturbed.

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Signs You Have an Ant Problem

  • Regular sightings of ants trailing along floors, worktops, walls, or skirting boards, especially near food sources.
  • Small piles of soil or fine debris appearing near cracks, paving slabs, or nest entrances.
  • Ants gathering around sugary foods, pet food, bins, or spilled drinks inside the property.
  • Repeated ant activity in the same areas, showing an established nest nearby or inside the building.

Why Any Control is Necessary

  • Ants can contaminate food and surfaces by travelling through bins, drains, and outdoor areas before entering your property.
  • Colonies can grow quickly, leading to persistent trails and repeated infestations if the nest is not treated.
  • Nesting under paving, patios, or within walls can cause disruption and make removal more difficult over time.
  • Professional ant control targets the source of the problem and helps prevent future infestations.

Safe, Responsible & Professional

  • Fully trained and experienced technicians
  • Treatments carried out in line with UK regulations
  • Child- and pet-conscious control methods
  • Honest advice and transparent recommendations

Who We Work With

  • Restaurants, cafés, and takeaways
  • Retail units and shopping centres
  • Warehouses and industrial sites
  • Offices and commercial premises
  • Schools, care homes, and housing associations

We can deal with your Ant problem

If ants have invaded your home or business, Pest Ex can provide fast and effective solutions to bring the problem under control. Our experienced technicians begin with a thorough inspection to identify the ant species, locate nesting areas, and find the routes ants are using to enter the property. This allows us to recommend the most suitable treatment for your specific infestation.
Using professional-grade products and proven methods, we target the colony at its source rather than simply treating the ants you can see. We also provide practical advice on hygiene, proofing, and prevention to reduce the risk of ants returning. Whether the issue is in a kitchen, garden, patio, office, or commercial premises, Pest Ex offers reliable ant control services tailored to your needs.

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Our process

Inspection &
Assessment

Our inspection and assessment service identifies nuisance bird activity, nesting sites, and potential risks to your property, allowing us to provide a tailored and effective control plan.

Treatment &
Control

Pest Ex offers professional treatment and control of nuisance birds, using effective, humane solutions to prevent roosting, nesting, and property damage while keeping your home or business safe and clean.

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Proofing &
Prevention

Our proofing and prevention solutions help stop nuisance birds from returning by securing roofs, gutters, ledges, and other vulnerable areas, keeping your property safe and bird-free long term.

Monitoring &
Follow-Up

Pest Ex offers ongoing monitoring and follow-up services to ensure nuisance birds do not return, regularly checking deterrents, roosting sites, and nesting areas to maintain long-term protection for your property.

Tailored Service

We customise our expert pest control service to suit your unique requirements.

Experienced Team

With over 30 years’ experience in pest control, you can be sure you are in the right hands.

Certified Engineers

All our pest control experts are highly experienced, fully trained BPCA certified and insured.

Other crawling insects we deal with

Bed bugs & Fleas

Biting insects that infest homes and cause serious infections, such as cellulitis or impetigo.

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Other crawling insects

Cockroaches, silverfish and woodlice often indicate hygiene or moisture problems in a property.

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enquiries@pest-ex.co.uk

Need fast, reliable pest control in Stockton-on-Tees or anywhere in the North East?

The Pest Ex team is ready to help. Whether you’re dealing with rodents, insects, nuisance birds, or wildlife issues, our fully trained and insured technicians will provide expert advice and effective solutions tailored to your property.

We work with homeowners, landlords, businesses, and public sector organisations, offering both one-off treatments and ongoing pest management contracts.

We understand that pest problems can be urgent. That’s why we aim to respond quickly and arrange visits at a time that suits you.