Combat Indoor and Outdoor Ant Killing Gel, 27 Gram

Product Information

Next working day delivery is not available for the Scottish Highlands and some remote areas where an additional charge may apply. While having ants in your garden isn’t too much of an issue at first, they can eventually invade your house – and they don’t tend to travel in groups of just one or two! However, the fact that it’s liquid does make it easier to apply over larger surfaces than powder products. With a rose-head that helps distribute the product evenly and sparingly, it can be great for use over large patios and lawns. Advion Ant Bait Gel is also very light in color, making it ideal for placements on lighter surfaces where darker baits would be noticeable. Rating Information: Although Maxforce FC has proven highly effective against certain ant species such as Argentine Ants, its label is less inclusive than some of the other ant gel bait products, causing it to rank slightly lower as a general all-purpose ant control product.

Each 30 gram tube of Advion Ant Bait Gel yields approximately 30 bait placements. Each box of four tubes yields approximately 120 bait placements. Advion Ant Bait Gel is for use in the following areas: For absolute peace of mind, we recommend a blend of bait stations and powders or sprays, just to make absolutely sure that you get every last ant, egg, larvae and pupae in one fell swoop, saving you having to repeat the process in the not too distant future.

Advion ant gel contains a unique active ingredient unlike any other ant gel, so it performs like no other. Sweet vs. grease-eating ants: According to Wang, “Ants are omnivorous. Some may switch food preferences during different seasons.” Some species may be more likely to feed on sweet, protein or lipid materials, but most common urban ants eat both types of food. So if you find one type of bait is not working, it could be because it only contains one type of food source that the ants are not currently attracted to. Try a different type of bait and see if you have better results. The bottle design can make it challenging to accurately get the powder into smaller spaces, but only a small amount needs to be applied successfully to help it be effective. These stations attract ants, enticing them with bait, and then transfer an ant-killer product onto them. The worker ants take this to the nest and it slowly kills the entire colony.

Each box of Advion Ant Gel Bait includes detachable, reusable applicator tip(s). After use, these tips have a tendency become clogged with the residue of solidified gel bait. To minimize this risk, remove the applicator tip following each application and replace with the sealer cap originally attached. This will also help keep the bait fresh and increase its longevity. If applicator tips become clogged, consider insert a straightened paper clip through the tip to free it of hardened bait. Our top choice for eliminating ants is the Amdro Ant Home Perimeter Ant Bait. It works by poisoning the entire colony and offers three months of protection. For those seeking a natural solution, consider Mighty Mint Insect & Pest Control. The plant-based spray kills ants and spiders effectively and is safe to use around children and pets, according to the manufacturer. What to Look for in an Ant Killer Safe for Homes Striking ants where they live may be the best course of action if you have fire ant mounds in your yard. Ortho Fire Ant Killer provides an effective treatment for eliminating fire ant infestations and their colony structures. Many ant species, including fire ants, are polygynous, meaning they have more than one queen. It is necessary to eliminate all of the queens to eradicate your ant problem. You will need to hit all the mounds in your area to see the best results possible.Advion Ant Bait Gel ishighly appealing to sweet feeding ants. It is highly recommended to alsouse Advion Insect Granular Bait Insecticide or Maxforce Complete Granular Bait which are protein baits. You should always give ants a choice as they may be in the mood for either a protein (granule) or a sugar (gel) bait. Using Bait Plate Stations with your baits is aneasy way to offer two different baits at one time. It attaches to a garden hose to cover a large area and provides treatment for up to 5,300 sq. ft. lawn. According to Ortho, it’s non-staining and odor-free. For best results, it’s recommended to apply this when bugs first appear and spray uniformly over the lawn. Some lawn insects may require a second treatment 4 to 6 weeks following the first application. Common garden ants don’t have stingers and don’t bite. They are very fond of sweet substances, so using sugary ant bait is likely to lure them in. Carpenter Ants April to September in the UK is ant season. The little blighters can get everywhere, contaminating food, biting and, most serious of all ant-based concerns, potentially playing havoc with your home’s foundations. In the majority of cases, colonies will consist of just a few dozen predatory ants, although they can form colonies in which millions of ants exist. But don’t panic – if you had a million-strong colony on your hands, you would know about it by now.