Carpenter Ant Control

In some areas of the country, carpenter ants (wood ants) cause more damage to structures than termites.  They are difficult insects to control and can cause extensive damage to wood members in a fairly short period of time.  Carpenter ants do not actually eat wood but excavate galleries within it to use as nesting sites.   Foraging activity can occur at any time of day but usually peaks at night.   When foraging inside houses, carpenter ants are attracted to sweets, meat, grease and fat.

A carpenter ant colony is usually formed by a queen who begins a nest in a piece of old buried wood or in a partially decayed tree or stump.  In mature infestations, there may be as many as ten satellite colonies linked to the parent colony by trails.  There is a frequent exchange of workers between these satellite colonies and the main nest.  Colonies normally do not produce winged reproductive forms until they are at least three to six years old with emergence of swarmers typically occurring from May through July.

The most common way in which homes become infested is through emigration of an existing colony.  Houses located near wooded areas or brush covered vacant lots are good candidates for infestation.  Carpenter ant colonies are inclined to move if they are disturbed, as often happens during construction.  Thus, new homes or those surrounding a new building lot present likely locations for attack.

With Alliance Pest Solutions, you'll find the personalized care you need to solve your pest problems quickly and completely. From termites to fire ants, spiders, and rodents, we know how to control DFW area pests. 

Contact us now to schedule your pest inspection. Or call 817-491-8700