Construction Ants: Why They Appear Around Building Sites and How to Stop Them
Ants are frequent visitors to construction sites, attracted by food scraps, moisture and disturbed soil. These “construction ants” can delay work and muck up materials. Learning about their behaviours contributes to preventing infestations prior to them spreading throughout nearby homes or places of work.
Construction work is a way of life in the suburbs around Perth, and building sites give ant colonies ideal conditions. "Cracks, expansion joints, and loose soil around the slab pile can draw them in by the thousands.
Why Ants Invade Construction Sites
Ants thrive in disturbed ground. Construction sites expose the soil, and with moisture present, create ideal nesting spots. They also track food trails from garbage cans and worker areas. These colonies, if allowed, can invade neighbouring structures once they establish.
Construction ants often hide in:
Sand or gravel piles
Cracks in concrete slabs
In temporary shelters or containers
Around plumbing or foundation pipes
They destroy insulation, gnaw through electrical wiring and carry foreign material into new buildings. They can also leave mounds, weakening soil compaction and causing uneven foundations.
How to Control Construction Ants
Maintain cleanliness at the site; food waste and scraps must be removed daily.
During construction, seal openings in the structure.
Get rid of moisture by fixing leaks fast.
Check soil art materials before use.
When to Get Professional Help
Exterminators can find unseen nests and use registered baits appropriate for construction sites. Controlling ants during construction protects both structures and future occupants. Prevention and quick response save time, cost, and safety issues.
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