BioWise are ant control, proofing and prevention experts.
Our technicians provide effective and humane solutions to control ants in your home or business.
1. Contamination: Ants can contaminate food and surfaces, spreading bacteria, especially in food-related businesses.
2. Structural Damage: Carpenter ants can cause costly damage by burrowing into wood structures.
3. Reputation Damage: Visible ant infestations can deter customers and harm a business’s reputation, particularly in restaurants and hotels.
– Maintain Cleanliness: Keep areas clean and store food in sealed containers to eliminate attractants.
– Seal Entry Points: Close cracks and gaps in walls, windows, and doors to block entry.
– Use Baits and Traps: Place ant baits and traps near entry points and high-activity areas for effective control.
– Professional Pest Control: Hire experts to assess and implement comprehensive treatment and prevention strategies, like Biowise and Rentokil.







































































BioWise offer a fair monthly rate to ensure your business stays pest free.
– Monthly visits with official photo reports.
– Emergency call outs & unlimited pest proofing.
– Free initial inspection & custom plan.
• Pest Prevention = We can ensure your building is secure with prevention based methods such as proofing.
• Emergency Call Outs = BioWise can respond rapidly to urgent pest control problems.
• Cleaning = We maintain a hygienic environment, ensuring sanitary and regulatory compliance.
• Maintenance = We offer all general building maintenance, from upgrading electrical systems to renovating bathrooms
1. Visible Ant Trails: Look for lines of ants moving to and from food sources, especially in kitchens and pantry areas.
2. Nests: Check for nests in soil, under rocks, in walls, or near foundations. Nests can also be found in potted plants and electrical equipment.
3. Wood Shavings: For carpenter ants, look for small piles of wood shavings near wooden structures.







































































BioWise was founded in 2010 by Ana and Erviol. Over the last 14 years our team has slowly expanded as the business has grown.
We were honoured to be awarded Most Trustworthy Family-Run Pest Control Enterprise South East England 2024
Ants are attracted to food, water, and shelter. They seek out sugary substances, greasy foods, and protein-rich items. Standing water, leaky pipes, and moisture also attract them. Keeping your home clean and fixing leaks can reduce the appeal.
Ants enter through small cracks and gaps in walls, windows, and doors. They can also travel through utility lines, plumbing, and even on plants brought indoors. Sealing these entry points helps prevent infestations.
Common signs include visible ant trails, nests (which may appear as small piles of soil or debris), and the presence of winged ants. Carpenter ants may leave wood shavings near their nesting sites.
Maintain cleanliness by promptly cleaning up spills and storing food in sealed containers. Seal cracks and gaps in your home, remove standing water, and regularly inspect your property for nests or signs of ant activity.
Identify the type of ant and locate the nest. Clean affected areas with soap and water to remove pheromone trails. Use ant baits and traps, and if necessary, contact a professional pest control service for severe infestations.
Most ant bites are not dangerous and only cause minor irritation. However, some species, like fire ants, can cause painful bites and allergic reactions. Seek medical attention if you experience severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing.
Use natural repellents like vinegar, lemon juice, and essential oils (peppermint or tea tree). Diatomaceous earth and boric acid can also be effective. Maintaining cleanliness and sealing entry points are essential for long-term control.
Ants form trails to communicate and find food efficiently. They release pheromones that guide other ants to the food source. Disrupting these trails by cleaning can help deter ants from returning.
Common household ants include carpenter ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, and Argentine ants. Each species has unique behaviors and nesting habits, which can affect the control methods used.
Call a professional if you have a persistent infestation, cannot locate the nest, or if DIY methods are ineffective. Professional pest control services can provide targeted treatments and long-term prevention strategies.