Carpenter Ants — Control Tips

Posted on July 28, 2020

The key to control is finding the nest or nests. Look for piles of sawdust or carpenter ant trails at night when they are most active.
Carpenter ants prefer damp wood over dry wood. Increase ventilation in areas like attics, basements, and crawl spaces to reduce moisture.
Repair all leaks in the roof, attic, inside the home, and the foundation.
Seal areas where plumbing, cable, or electrical hardware enters the home.
Consider increasing ventilation or insulating pipes if condensation is a constant source of moisture near wood.
Replace water damaged wood, and store firewood several feet away from structures.
Keep tree limbs trimmed away from wood structures so that the ants cannot use the limb as a bridge to the structure.

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