There are many different species of carpenter ants in our region. They range greatly in size and coloration. The 2 main species of carpenter ants in our region are Modoc which are all black and Vicinus which have a black head and abodomen and a red thorax(middle). There are at least 5 different sizes of ants within the same colony. They range in size between ¼ inch and ¾ inch.
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How do I know if I have a carpenter ant problem?
If you are finding clusters of winged reproductive ants in your house or if you are finding foraging carpenter ants in your home between October and March, these are sure signs that carpenter ants have taken up residence in your home. If you see a trail of carp ants going into your home under the siding, or along a cable, phone or hydro line into your home, you have a colony in your home.
What do I do if I have a carpenter ant problem?
The first thing you should do is observe where the ants are coming and going from. This information will greatly help the technician who comes to your home to solve your ant issue. If a colony of ants is disturbed or uncovered during a renovation vacuum them up immediately. Do Not Spray a household insecticide. This will only disperse the problem and make it more difficult for a pest management professional to later solve. Ant traps and drops will not eradicate carpenter ants from your home.
Do carpenter ants cause damage?
Yes. Carpenter ants, if left untreated, can cause significant structural damage to your home. The option is yours, call a professional in and spend a few hundred dollars to eradicate these insects, or wait and spend thousands down the road on a costly renovation.
