Crawling pests
Ants
Common household ants
- Dry in
- About 3 hours
- Don't wash or wipe
- 7 days
- More ants for
- 1–3 weeks
- Colony elimination
- Typically 7–14 days
No entry until it's dry. Drying takes 3–4 hours or longer, so don't go back into a treated area until it's dry, even if the time on this page has passed.
Get your home ready
Before we arrive
After treatment
- Increased activity for 1–3 weeks is normal
- Do not wash or wipe treated areas for 7 days
- Allow ants to consume bait fully
- Continue topping up bait if provided
Common questions
Why are there more ants after treatment?
It takes time for ants to spread the bait through the colony.
How long does treatment take?
Colony elimination typically takes 7–14 days.
Which treatment is best?
Our premium treatment is best for heavy infestations or recurring problems.
Is treatment safe?
Yes, once dry it is safe for pets and family. Drying takes approximately 3 hours.
Keep them away
- Clean food spills quickly
- Seal cracks and entry points
- Avoid leaving food exposed
Still have a question?
Call us and we'll help. If you're still seeing activity after the times on this page, let us know.