Where Westminster's Ants Come In
Basement flats in Pimlico
Pimlico's basement flats sit close to ground level with small light wells and old windows, and ants exploit the gaps around these frames to reach kitchen worktops in warm weather, often via a trail that's easy to trace once you know where to look.
Ground-floor windows around Bayswater
In Bayswater's converted terraces, ground-floor kitchens with original sash windows see the same pattern — a nest outside in a planter or paving gap, and a steady trail leading straight in through the frame.
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
Keeping Ants Out of a Westminster Kitchen
Sealing the entry point once the trail is dealt with stops it reappearing the following summer.
