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Carpenter ants
Carpenter ants are not harmful to humans, but their presence can indicate problems with the framework, insulation, or water infiltration. Therefore, it is recommended to exterminate them as soon as their presence is detected near or inside homes.
How to recognize carpenter ants?
There are red and black ants, both brown in color. Males are about 10 millimeters in size, and both males and future queens have wings. Young queens mate in the spring and later lose their wings. In May, the winged ants emerge from the nest and take flight. Therefore, it is important to keep a close eye on the worker processions at this time, which are 6 to 13 mm in size.
What damage can there be if nothing is done?
Carpenter ants tunnel into wood and other materials to harbor their larvae, preferring moist conifers. Unlike termites, they do not feed on wood, but leave evidence of their presence in the form of small piles of sawdust emerging from the tunnels. If the cause of their presence is not identified and resolved, the problem can worsen over time, and it is essential to obtain specialized ant control products and treat the infestation as quickly as possible.