Carpenter Ants
The April Pest of the Month

Carpenter ants are pests that can be found all over the United States. They are especially common in the Pacific Northwest, and can cause a lot of damage to homes and other structures.They are black and measure 1/8 inch long. Their name is derived from the wood they chew through in order to make their nests, which can cause structural damage inside a home.Carpenter ants are usually tiny, but they can cause quite a headache for their human neighbors. Together, these insects form colonies of up to 250,000 individuals or more.

Carpenter ants like to nest in moist trees and stumps. These pests will gnaw on wood structures and foundations of the home, which can lead to structural damage if left unchecked. Their food includes sugar water, meats, vegetables and fruits. These ants are often found inside homes or biting people around their ankles as they walk barefoot through infested areas.

The insects have mandibles that work with a needle-like tooth to bore holes into wood and other substances like leather and cardboard packaging materials. In order to keep these pests at bay, homeowners should take notice of any wood damage or piles of sawdust that might be found in their homes. These piles could be signs that there are carpenter ants making nests or nesting materials nearby. Inspecting these areas could help homeowners determine if they have an infestation problem and need to get pest control services as soon as possible.

Signs of carpenter ants:

When searching for carpenter ants, it is best to look at their source of food supply. A telltale sign that they’re near is finding piles of sawdust on surfaces or in corners.

Carpenter ants prefer humid environments as they need water to survive. They commonly nest in moist soil, rotting wood or leaf litter. If you see their nests around your home, it’s probably time to get professional help with pest control!

Detection methods:

In order to detect Carpenter ants you need to use a bait or solid-stick baited ant trap or an ant disc. You should place these out at night when the majority of their activity occurs and monitor them during daylight hours.

inspect for any wood near your house that may have been used in an old building which carpenter ants like to invade. This can be a problem because some carpenter ants may not even show up until they have built a nest in your home and it’s too late.

Independent Pest Solutions offers a variety of services to help get rid of carpenter ants, including insecticide treatment, exclusion services, and baiting. We also offer preventative services to help stop carpenter ants from entering your home in the first place. Our technicians are licensed and insured, and have extensive experience dealing with carpenter ants. We use only the latest technologies and products to get rid of these pests for good.

If you think you may have a carpenter ant infestation, please contact us today for more information or to schedule an appointment.