Carpenter Ants — Quick Facts
Posted on August 17, 2020

- Large black or brown carpenter ants, winged or wingless, can cause serious damage if permitted to remain in the structural wood of a building.
- Winged carpenter ants often are mistaken for termites, a more serious problem.
- Winged ants inside or outside a home year-round indicate an infestation; seasonal presence is not as serious.
- Locating all nests is the most important and difficult step in controlling carpenter ants.
- Preventive measures will guard against carpenter ant infestations.