Ant Control in Havering: what we see locally
Black garden ants are a common summer problem in Havering's suburban homes. Most houses have paved patios, side paths and block-paved drives, and colonies nest underneath, sending foragers indoors through gaps under doors and around extensions.
We see the most ant calls from the semis and bungalows of Hornchurch, Elm Park, Upminster and Collier Row. In heated buildings such as care homes and blocks of flats, we also treat pharaoh ants, which nest indoors and need a specialist baiting approach.
Our baits are carried back to the nest by the ants, which destroys the colony rather than just the ants you can see.
Where we find ants in Havering
- Patio doors in Hornchurch and Elm Park: Colonies under the patio send ants into the kitchen.
- Block-paved drives: Ants nest under paving and come in under the front door.
- Kitchen extensions: The joint between old and new walls is a common way in.
- Care homes and heated blocks: Pharaoh ants spread through warm buildings.
Our ant control service covers the whole of Havering, including Collier Row, Elm Park, Emerson Park, Gidea Park, Harold Hill, Harold Wood, Hornchurch, Rainham, Romford and Upminster, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping ants out of Havering homes
Keep sugary foods sealed and wipe up spills straight away. Seal gaps under back doors and along extension joints. Sweeping jointing sand into the gaps between patio slabs and block paving makes it harder for ants to nest near the house.
How we treat ants
- Identify the species and trace trails back to the nest
- Targeted gel baits and residual treatment at entry points
- Treatment of external nests where accessible
- We offer free advice on proofing and prevention, and an affordable proofing service to block gaps and entry points
Ant Control prices in Havering
Single treatment. No VAT to add. Fixed price confirmed before we start, with no hidden extras.
Ant Control in Havering: your questions
How much does ant control cost in Havering?
Ant control in Havering costs £240 for a flat or £280 for a house, with no VAT to add. The price is fixed before we visit, with no call-out charge.
When is ant season in Havering?
From April to September, with flying ants on warm, humid days in July and August.
Can I use ant powder?
Powder kills the ants you see but rarely reaches the nest. Our baits work better because the ants carry them home.
Want to know the signs of ants, the health risks and how to tell them apart from other pests? Read our complete ant control guide or see all pest control in Havering.