Why Ants Head for Camden's Kitchens
Basement flats in Kentish Town
Kentish Town's basement flats sit closer to ground level than upper floors, and gaps around doors and old airbricks give ants an easy route indoors. The nest itself usually sits outside in a nearby gap or planter, even though the activity is noticed in the kitchen.
Terraced doors and airbricks in Gospel Oak
Gospel Oak's terraced streets carry a similar pattern at ground-floor doors and airbricks, especially in warm weather. Winged ants appearing indoors can look alarming but usually signal a nest nearby rather than anything inside the house.
Signs to Look For
- A steady trail of ants heading to and from a food source
- Small mounds of fine soil near patios, paving or skirting boards
- Ants appearing around windows, doors or kitchen units, especially in warm weather
- Winged ants indoors, which can signal a nest close by
Stopping an Ant Trail at Its Source
Once the entry gap's identified, sealing it does more to stop ants returning than any amount of surface spraying indoors.
