Streatham has one of the longest high streets in south London, with flats above shops along most of it, and that vertical mix drives the rodent work. Away from the high street the housing is Edwardian and inter-war family stock with generous lofts, where squirrels and wasps are the seasonal callers.
Ants in Streatham
Multiple ant species including Garden ants, Pharaoh ants, and Ghost ants form massive colonies across London. For a full breakdown of the species, the health risks and every treatment option, see our ants guide — or browse everything we treat across Lambeth.
Why Streatham sees them
- Long high street with residential space above food premises
- Generous loft voids in inter-war housing
- Limited rear servicing for shops
- Common land and parks adjoining gardens
Signs to look for
- Ant trails leading to food sources
- Small piles of soil/debris
- Live ants in kitchen areas
- Sweet/musty odors
- Winged ants during mating season
How we treat ants here
Professional baiting systems targeting entire colonies with delayed-action insecticides
Properties in Streatham are typically flats above high-street shops, edwardian and inter-war family houses, converted flats, which shapes how we approach access and proofing. Every treatment includes a follow-up visit and a written prevention plan.
Areas we cover
Other pests we treat in Streatham
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Frequently asked questions
How quickly can you treat ants in Streatham?
We reach most addresses in Streatham within 40 minutes, covering SW16. For ants specifically we aim to attend within 24 hours of your call, and we run a 24/7 line for urgent cases.
How much does ant treatment cost?
Ants treatment starts from £139. The final price depends on the size of the property and the extent of the infestation, and we confirm it in writing after the survey — there is no call-out charge.
How do I know if I have ants?
The most reliable signs are: Ant trails leading to food sources; Small piles of soil/debris; Live ants in kitchen areas; Sweet/musty odors. If you are seeing any of these, book a survey rather than waiting — ants rarely resolve on their own.
How do you treat ants?
Professional baiting systems targeting entire colonies with delayed-action insecticides Our success rate on ants is 90%, and treatment includes a follow-up visit and a written prevention plan.
Are ants dangerous?
Ants are rated medium risk. The main health concerns are food contamination, pharaoh ants spread hospital infections, allergic reactions to bites. They can also cause structural damage to foundations.
How can I stop ants coming back?
Remove food sources and spills; Seal entry points; Fix moisture problems. We include a prevention plan with every treatment and can arrange scheduled monitoring for properties that have had repeat problems.
Why are ants common in Streatham?
Long high street with residential space above food premises, and Generous loft voids in inter-war housing. Combined with the local property mix — flats above high-street shops and edwardian and inter-war family houses — this gives ants the harbourage and access they need.
Do you cover the whole of Streatham?
Yes. We cover every street in Streatham across SW16, including Streatham High Road, Streatham Common, Streatham Hill. Call 07727 053568 to book.

