A good ant killer will stop the spread of ants in your home, but how do you choose the best one? In this article we’ll show you the top ant killers in Australia and discuss how they can help deal with your ant problem. We’ll also give you some tips on how to choose the best one for your specific situation.
1. Combat Antrid Ant Killer (Top Pick)
This solution from Ant rid is a great way to remove ants from your home. Simply put some of the ant killer solution on an ant trail and let them start eating. The poison has a delayed reaction so that the ants will carry it back to the nest where the queen will eat it and die. You stop the spread of ants by killing them at the source.
This is the best ant killer, in terms of price and effectiveness, and has been around for a long time. It’s best to use indoors; if it is exposed to the sun it will harden and no longer be effective.
This can get rid of ant infestations in as little as 12 hours or up to 3 days. It’s inexpensive, easy to use, and it gets rid of all the ants at the source, not just the ones that you see.
What We Like:
- Inexpensive
- Easy to use and highly effective
- Kills entire colony
What We Don’t Like:
- Takes time to work
2. Terro T1806-6 Outdoor Liquid Ant Baits
These ant bait station traps from Terro work extremely well. Every ant flocks to them, and because they are covered, the poison inside won’t dry up in the sun. They are best for outdoor use or around the proximity of your house.
The ant bait station contains a delayed reaction poison that the ants will carry back to the nest, killing the queen. Once you lay the ant bait, you can expect the entire colony of ants to be wiped out in about three days.
When using them outdoors, the bait stations can be staked to the ground to hold them down. These are easy to use and very effective for ant killing. They are a little pricier than the regular ant killers, but these are pre-filled bait stations so there is no guesswork involved.
Overall, they are a good, reliable way of killing ants in their nest.
Also good for outdoor use: AMDRO Ant Block.
What We Like:
- Easy to use
- Can be used outdoors
- Kills entire ant colony
What We Don’t Like:
- Limited use
3. Maxforce Liquid AntBait Ant Killer
Here is another delayed-reaction ant killer from Maxforce. Like other ant killer liquids, you place it on an ant trail and the ants will carry it back to the nest to kill the queen.
This brand remains effective for up to 8 weeks after application so it is best to use around offices and work environments where another ant colony may move in after the first one is killed. It is an ant gel so it remains in place for longer.
This option is quite expensive compared to similar products, but it has the greatest longevity, so it may end up being cheaper in the long run. It is quite effective and kills ants reasonably fast, and as long as you know a good place to apply it, one application will last a long time.
Overall, this is a very good way to kill ants in their nest that’s best for places that you can’t keep an eye on.
What We Like:
- Easy to use
- Long-lasting and killer
- May kill multiple ant colonies
What We Don’t Like:
- Expensive
4. Protect-Us Insecticidal Dust Ant Killer
Protect-Us Insecticidal Dust is an insecticide that will kill ants on contact. The advantage of using ant dust is that it can get into cracks and crevices where ants are that you couldn’t reach with other insecticides.
This is good for all types of insects that may appear in the home so it is a very versatile form of pest control. It can be used both indoors and outdoors, but it is best to use it in areas that are away from the wind.
This the best ant killer in dust form and is easy to use. Just spread some of the dust onto an ant trail and they will begin to die almost immediately. As long as it is not disturbed, the dust will last a long time and keep any more ants from appearing in that spot.
What We Like:
- Fast ant killer
- Kills all types of insect
- Prevent infestations
What We Don’t Like:
- Dust may be blown away
5. Ant Kill Richgro PRO Ant Sand Ant Killer
Richgro Ant Killer is an insecticide in granule form. It is best for outdoor use; you can lay it down like sand and create barriers around your home where ants cannot cross.
The granules find their way into cracks and crevices, or they can sit between grass blades or plants. Because they are heavier than insecticide dust, the granules won’t easily be disturbed by the wind.
This kills ants immediately on contact and each application lasts for some time, so it is a good to prevent ants entering your home. If using it indoors, it is best to place it behind appliances or in corners where it will not be stepped on.
Overall, this is a very effective pest control product that is great to use in the backyard.
What We Like:
- Good for outdoor use
- Kill ants instantly
- Prevent ant infestations
What We Don’t Like:
- Indoor use is limited
How to Get Rid of Ants
Instant versus delayed reaction
Ant killers that work instantly are good for removing ants that appear in the kitchen or similar places where they are unsightly. The disadvantage is that you only kill the ants you can see; there may still be ants under the floorboards and in the walls that will come out after a little while. If the ant killer remains in place it will act as a deterrent, but it won’t stop ants from appearing in other parts of your house.
Delayed reaction ant killers will take some time to work, but they remove all ants from home. It typically takes a couple of days to kill a colony of ants. Delayed reaction poisons don’t act as a repellent, and in some cases, a new ant colony can move in if the old one dies off.
Ant Killer Versatility
Some ant killers are good for a wide variety of insects that can appear in the home. This can be useful for pest control if you don’t want to purchase too many different products, but if your ant problem is persistent then it is best to get a specialised product suited to your unique circumstances.
Other measures for Killing Ants
To get the best results, there are a few things you can do after the ants are gone:
● Ants are drawn to food. Keep food scraps off the kitchen floor and pet food away from patios and verandas where it will attract ants.
● Avoid leaving water bowls outside. Ants need water and will be drawn to it.
● Seal any cracks around windows and sinks and the bathtub where ants may be getting in.
● Trim back vegetation away from the house as this is one of the main ways ants use to enter a home.
Safety
Remember that most ant killing solutions require the use of strong and dangerous chemicals. Ensure you use appropriate protective wear when handling the product and take precautions to ensure no children or pets come into contact with it.
Ant Killer FAQs
Ant killers come in a variety of forms from liquid, to powder, to sprays. Depending on the area that you want to use it, one type may be better than the others. Liquids and powders are usually best for indoors while sprays are best for direct application. For outdoor use, pre-filled bait station ant traps are often the best ant killer. In this article we discuss our top picks in each category and provide some tips on how to get rid of ants in your home or section.
