Carpenter Ants – Camponotus spp.

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How do I get rid of carpenter ants?

How Pest Detective Effectively Gets Rid of Ants

At Pest Detective, we know that tackling a carpenter ant infestation starts with locating the nest. Once found, it can be removed or treated with precision using the right methods. It’s also crucial to address any moisture issues that made your property attractive to these pests in the first place.

It is very important for ant pest control to be taken seriously. Catching the problem early can save your home or business from serious structural damage. But if left unchecked, carpenter ants can cause extensive harm over time, burrowing deeper into your property.

DIY solutions often fall short, as improper techniques can leave parts of the colony intact, allowing them to rebuild and continue their destructive habits.

That’s where Pest Detective comes in. Our experts are trained to handle carpenter ants and other pests with care and expertise. Every property is unique, so we’ll create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Let us help protect what matters most!

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Understanding Carpenter Ants

What do carpenter ants look like?

Length: Carpenter ants are among the largest ants in British Columbia, typically ranging in size from 4 mm to 12 mm, depending on the species and colony member

Color: In British Columbia, carpenter ants commonly display a range of colors depending on the species. The most prevalent species, Camponotus modoc, is entirely black, while Camponotus vicinus features a black body with a reddish middle section. Other variations can include shades of dark brown, red, or even yellowish-brown

Mandibles: Carpenter ant workers have large mandibles.

Where do carpenter ants live?

Carpenter ants are right at home in the damp, forested environments of British Columbia. They prefer nesting in moist or decayed wood, such as stumps, fallen logs, or water-damaged structures. Their parent nests are typically located outdoors in areas with high humidity, like rotting trees or landscape ties. However, as colonies expand, they establish satellite nests inside homes and buildings, often hiding in wood studs, wall voids, insulation, or even dry sound wood. These nests can be up to 750 meters away from the parent nest, making detection tricky.

What do carpenter ants eat?

Carpenter ants don’t consume wood; instead, they feed on protein and sugar sources. Outdoors, their diet includes honeydew from aphids, plant nectar, and small insects—both alive and dead. Indoors, they are drawn to sweet substances like syrup, jelly, honey, and sugar, as well as protein-rich foods such as meat and pet food. These ants forage mainly at night and use pheromone trails to locate food sources. Keeping kitchens clean and sealing food can help deter them from invading your home

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