Carpenter Ant Care
Pest Care Guide
About This Pest
Why They're Here
Carpenter ants nest inside damp or damaged wood — they don't eat it, but they hollow it out to build their colony. Moisture issues like leaky pipes or poor drainage often invite them in.
What to Watch For
Large black ants (especially at night), small piles of sawdust-like shavings near walls or windowsills, or faint rustling sounds in walls.
Our Natural Approach
Targeted Treatment
We use targeted, least-toxic treatments — botanical and mineral-based as the primary approach — to address the source of the problem, not just the symptoms. Our approach focuses on long-term results, not quick fixes.
Family-Conscious Formulas
Our primary toolkit is botanical and mineral-based, formulated to minimize risk to your family and pets. No synthetic pyrethroid sprays. Products are either EPA 25(b) exempt (essential-oil based) or EPA-registered minimum-risk pesticides (silica gel, borate).
How You Can Help
- Fix any leaks or moisture issues in walls, roofs, and around windows.
- Replace water-damaged wood promptly.
- Keep firewood stored away from the house.
- Trim tree branches that touch or overhang the roof.
Family & Pet Considerations
Our treatments use botanical and mineral-based products to minimize risk to your family — children and pets included. Products are either EPA 25(b) exempt or EPA-registered minimum-risk. If we ever recommend an EPA-registered escalation product, we'll show you the label and explain it before applying.
We're Here to Help
Have questions about carpenter ants? We're here to help. Call or text (443) 228-6070.