Carpenter Ant Control

Effective Strategies for Managing Carpenter Ant Infestations

Why are Carpenter Ants a Problem?

Carpenter ants pose a significant problem as they can cause structural damage to homes. Unlike termites, carpenter ants do not eat wood but excavate it to create their nests, which can weaken the integrity of wooden structures over time. Their presence often indicates moisture problems in a home, which can lead to additional issues if not addressed.

Carpenter Ant Facts

  • Carpenter ants are large ants that can be black, red, or a combination thereof.
  • They prefer moist, decaying wood to establish their colonies but can move to drier wood as the colony expands.
  • Carpenter ants are most active at night, which can make them difficult to detect.

Signs of Carpenter Ant Infestations

  • Carpenter ants are large ants that can be black, red, or a combination thereof.
  • They prefer moist, decaying wood to establish their colonies but can move to drier wood as the colony expands.
  • Carpenter ants are most active at night, which can make them difficult to detect.

Carpenter Ant Identification

Carpenter ants have a distinct elbow-shaped antenna and a pinched waist. They range in size but are generally larger than most other ants, with workers varying from 6 to 12 mm in length.

How We Treat Carpenter Ant Infestations

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Carpenter Ant Inspection

Our professional pest control experts conduct a thorough inspection to locate the nest, identify the species, and assess the extent of the infestation and associated damage.

2

Carpenter Ant Treatment

Our professional pest control experts conduct a thorough inspection to locate the nest, identify the species, and assess the extent of the infestation and associated damage.

3

Carpenter Ant Prevention

To prevent future infestations, we recommend steps to reduce moisture and humidity in and around the home, seal entry points, and remove decaying wood and vegetation close to the home.

Why choose uS

If you’re dealing with a carpenter ant problem in your home, you’ll be able to rest easy after you choose Family Pest Control to fix the issue.

Our carpenter ant control program ensures the three phases of control are properly tackled – removal, cleanup, and exclusion – to stop current carpenter ant problems and prevent any future ones. With its highly esteemed customer service and expertly skilled team of licensed technicians, Family Pest Control will get any home in the best shape of its life when it comes to carpenter ant problems.

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  • Created with Fabric.js 5.2.4 How can I tell if I have a carpenter ant infestation in my home?

    Indicators include seeing large ants inside your home, finding sawdust-like material near wooden structures, and hearing rustling noises in walls during the night.

  • Created with Fabric.js 5.2.4 Do all carpenter ant infestations require professional treatment, or can I manage them on my own?

    While small infestations might be managed with DIY methods, professional treatment is recommended for larger or more complex infestations to ensure complete eradication and to prevent future issues.

  • Created with Fabric.js 5.2.4 What makes carpenter ants different from termites?

    Carpenter ants excavate wood to create nests but do not consume it, unlike termites. They also differ in appearance, with carpenter ants having a narrower waist and elbowed antennae.

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