Red Imported
Fire Ant Control
Specialist identification and treatment for Red Imported Fire Ant infestations.
- Fire ant inspections
- Fire ant treatments
- Monitoring and management programs
What Are Red Imported Fire Ants And Why Are They a Problem?
Red Imported Fire Ants are an aggressive invasive pest that pose a serious risk to people, pets, livestock and the environment. They attack in large numbers when disturbed and deliver painful stings that can cause welts and pustules, with severe reactions possible in some individuals.
Fire ants are spreading across parts of Queensland, making early identification and professional treatment essential.
• Painful stings to people and animals
• Aggressive swarming behaviour
• Damage to lawns, gardens and electrical infrastructure
• Risk to children, pets and livestock
• Biosecurity concern with reporting and treatment obligations
Fire ant nests are often mistaken for regular ant activity until stings occur, by which time colonies may already be established.
Protect your family, pets and home from invasive fire ants.
Identifying Fire Ant Activity
Fire ant nests usually appear as loose soil mounds with no visible entry hole. When disturbed, ants rush out quickly and aggressively.
Common signs include
• Soil mounds in lawns or garden beds
• Sudden swarming when soil is disturbed
• Painful stings that form white pustules within 24 hours
• Increased activity after rain or irrigation
Correct identification is critical, as treatment differs from standard ant species.
Fire Ant Inspections
Pest Arrest Australia provides professional fire ant inspections to confirm species, assess infestation size, and determine the most effective treatment approach.
Inspections include
• Species identification
• Nest and activity assessment
• Risk evaluation for people, pets and property
• Advice on compliance where required
Fire Ant Treatment & Management
Effective fire ant control is not a single treatment. It requires strategic baiting, monitoring and follow-up.
Our treatment programs may include
• Approved fire ant baiting systems
• Targeted nest treatments where appropriate
• Monitoring and retreatment plans
• Prevention advice to reduce reinfestation
All treatments are carried out using approved methods and in line with Queensland biosecurity requirements.
Residential & Commercial Services
We provide fire ant inspections and treatments for
• Homes and acreage properties
• Schools and childcare centres
• Body corporates and strata complexes
• Farms and rural properties
• Commercial and industrial sites
Suspect Fire Ants on Your Property?
Do not disturb the nest.
Contact Pest Arrest Australia for professional identification, inspection and treatment advice.
Early action helps protect your property and prevent further spread.
Why Choose Pest Arrest Australia?
• Fully licensed and insured
• Experienced with invasive ant species
• Clear advice and practical treatment plans
• Local knowledge of Queensland conditions
• Ongoing support available
Where we service
Pest Arrest Australia services the Gold Coast and Brisbane areas.
We provide you with a domestic and commercial Pest Management Service which is guaranteed to keep your family and property free from unwanted pests.
Pest Management Licence Numbers:
- PMT5006309517
- PMT5006309617
- QBCC Licence Number: 15042862