Carpenter ants can range in size from 3/8 to 1/2 inch. Carpenter ants differ from termites by having a narrow waist, bent antennae, and are usually seen in the open where as termites are only seen when they swarm.
Here are 3 things you need to know about Carpenter Ants:
Carpenter Ants Habitat
Moist wood including trees, logs and firewood, both indoor and outdoor pose a risk of infestation by carpenter ants here in Cape Cod. Leaking faucets as well as water leaking behind tiles can create the perfect home for these ants. In the kitchen carpenter ants make a home behind sinks as well as the dishwasher. It is important to fix leaks when they occur to cut down on the risk of carpenter ants making use of your home for their home.
What do Carpenter Ants Eat
Carpenter ants main source of food comes from proteins and sugars. They will eat dead insects as well as feed on meats, sugar, jelly, and other sweets. It's important to mention, while carpenter ants are wood destroying insects they don't actually eat the wood; instead, tunnels are made to pass through for the next feeding which makes carpenter ant treatment methods difficult to an untrained professional.
Speaking of Carpenter Ant Damage...
Again, carpenter ants create tunnels in wood that are clean cut, free of debris, and have a sanded appearance.
The longer carpenter ants go unoticed the longer they can be creating damage in your home or business.
If you see Carpenter Ants, don't wait until there is a major problem. Call the professionals here at Burgess Pest management 1-800-698-BUGS or Schedule Service below:
