Commercial ant pest control

We deploy only the most effective methods for detecting and removing ants and where possible, we always use treatments that are not toxic to humans.

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Why choose Merlin for ant removal?

We offer fast, effective, nationwide ant pest control services. Specialising in commercial pest control, we have decades of experience discreetly removing ants from UK businesses across all sectors. At Merlin, we use the most effective ant detection, treatment and prevention methods in the world, to ensure your ant problem is fully eliminated. We have a 98% first-time treatment success rate to prove it. Get in touch today if you think you have ants in your business.

Discreet & Confidential

Protecting your reputation is our priority. Our ant removal service is fast, discreet and confidential to prevent damage to your business’ reputation.

Fast & Effective

We use the most effective ant removal methods in the world to ensure that the problem is dealt with effectively, efficiently and while keeping your customers safe.

Nationwide Service

We serve businesses across the full breadth of the United Kingdom, eliminating ants and preventing them from returning.

Have a problem with ants? Speak to an expert today.

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Commercial industries we serve

We offer commercial pest control to businesses of all types and sizes across the UK, from major airlines and hotel chains to offices, shops and care homes. We’re experienced in the nuances of each business sector and operate quickly and discreetly to protect your business from pests. Choose a sector from the list to learn more about our unique, tailored approach.

Transport

Hospitality

Offices

Retail

Care homes

Our services

Emergency Service

Do you have an urgent ant problem wreaking havoc on your business or causing a loss in revenue? We offer an emergency next-day pest control service. Call us today to book a discreet visit from our emergency pest control team.

Proactive pest control

Have you had a problem with ants in the past? Don’t wait until it returns. We can monitor your premises for ants catching and eliminating them in their infancy, through our highly effective early detection and prevention programme.

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About ants in the UK

The majority of ant species prefer sunny climates and our climate is not suitable for many of them. However, the few species found here in the UK can be a nuisance when they get into your business and some ants do bite. Ants will travel in a wide area searching for food, following trails they have established and clustering around the source of food, becoming a nuisance in businesses.

The treatment of ants is only required if they get inside your business premises and should really be left to their own devices when outside. At Merlin we can provide a non-toxic solution for treatment of UK ants, which is swift and effective. We can also provide a more heavy-duty solution for Pharaohs Ants, which are a rare tropical ant that is occasionally found in UK businesses. These ants are much bigger and behave differently to the native ants that we have in this country.

How we work

Want to know what to expect? Merlin offers a tried and tested four stage commercial pest control process from first contact to aftercare. The table below details each of these four stages.

Contact

Call us and we will arrange for one of our technical team to talk to you.

Local experts
Nationwide coverage

Assessment

We will discuss your commercial pest problem, arrange a free survey if necessary, and provide a quote and recommendations.

Appointment at a time convenient to you
Solutions tailored to your pest problem
BPCA certified

Treatment

Our RSPH Level 2 certified technicians will come out to your business to provide your pest commercial treatment.

Appointment at a time convenient to you
Tailored treatment and effective solutions offered
Totally non-toxic treatments available

Aftercare

We will provide you with a preventative commercial pest control contract, with a schedule of visits for specified pests.

Pest identification and prevention
Effective & discrete solutions

Frequently Asked Questions

What do black ants look like?

Black ants are small, measuring 4mm in length. Although they are called ‘black ants’ they are in fact very dark brown. The rarely-seen queen ant is 12mm long and is lighter brown in colour. Male drone ants have wings, but the majority of worker ants do not.

How quickly do black ants multiply?

Black ants mate once a year in the air. Swarms of males fertilise the queen who then drops to the ground and bites off her wings so that she can excavate a home underground. Once she has set up a chamber, the queen will lay thousands of eggs continuously for over ten years. Undisturbed, a queen has the capacity to lay millions of eggs in one lifetime.

Where do black ants live?

Black ants set up colonies in soil. As they prefer some protection, they burrow under lawns, paving stones and in the foundations of buildings. Ants do not normally take up home indoors, but as they are happy to travel far for food, you will often see them beating a trail towards the larder.

What are the signs of a black ant infestation?

Ants have a sweet tooth. They will quickly scout out where sugary foods are kept and set up a chemical trail for other ants to follow. If you have an infestation nearby, you will see these ants marching in an orderly line towards their meal.
You will discover ants in your food especially unprotected items such as fruit, cake and sugar.
Little mounds of dirt near walls, on lawns, and in flowerpots are a sign that ants have turned up the soil while building their nests.
Once a year during the summer, you might see swarms of ants mating in mid air.

Does a black ant infestation need controlling?

As black ants are able to enter buildings through tiny openings, they can quickly become a problem in the home or at your business premises.
Although black ants are not carriers of disease, they do cross-contaminate. In other words, they spread germs by marching over infected areas and then continuing onto food and work surfaces.
As they are able to get into boxes and packets of food, they can destroy food stores. This can be a big problem for commercial premises such as bakeries, groceries and restaurants.
Underground ant colonies can damage a plant’s roots by depriving them of food and water. They can also cause unsightly mounds on lawns.
Different types of ant behave and breed in different ways and some modes of extermination can exacerbate the infestation. It is always wise to consult a trained professional to identify the ants.

When can you get here?

At Merlin we completely understand the need for a swift response for pest control issues. We will always speak to you and find the best time for us to attend. If it's an emergency, we would expect to be there the next working day, or if we have the operatives near your business, we would attend the same day, if you could accommodate this. We will always work alongside you to provide the best timings for their visits.

How much does the treatment cost?

This is dependent on the type of work and the severity of the problem. It is very difficult to give pre-pricing, even as a general guide as the true extent of the issue will only be evident once surveyed and looked at. This is why as a business we do not charge for our surveys. The survey stage is also an opportunity to meet and get to know you and your site. Pest control is a bespoke service, and one size doesn't fit all. Each pest control offering is different, and is tailored to the site in question.

What do I have to do?

In most cases, before we attend, nothing. It’s when we have attended the site for the in-depth free of charge survey, we can recommend any points that you may need to do. This can be in various forms, from a simple quick clear of clutter, to a removal of shrubs and bushes that are providing harbourage and shelter for pests. But again, no two sites are the same and the importance of understanding the site and its requirements is key to a successful pest control process.

How long will it take to resolve the issue?

It depends on the particular situation. We can confirm this after we have carried out a free, no-obligation site evaluation.

Are there any guarantees?

Yes. We provide either a one, or three-month guarantee depending on the treatment method used. We also guarantee that all work will be carried out by a BPCA certified pest control technician.