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Tag: Carpenter Ant Damage

  • What Do I Need to Know About Wood Destroying Insects Before I Buy a Home?

    Termites, carpenter ants, and other bugs that destroy wood can cause major damage to homes. In the worst cases, these bugs can make homes unsafe to live in due to structural damage. If you’re in the market for a new home, it’s important to learn more about these pests and the trouble they can cause.…

  • Carpenter Ants: Where do They Like to Nest?

    Small black ants are a common sight during summer, but what about those larger ones? If you see big black ants in or around your home, you might have a problem with carpenter ants. These ants won’t go after your food as other ants do. Instead, they’re more likely to cause a considerable amount of…

  • The Carpenter Ant Queen Goes on a “Walkabout”

    Winged swarms of males and females are common in many ant species and especially troublesome if they’re carpenter ants. While some ants live outside your home, carpenter ants seek out moist wooden areas inside for their nests. Knowing what a carpenter ant looks like once she’s shed her wings means you can call Monmouth County…

  • Carpenter Ants, The Hidden Hazard Eating Your Home

    When you see a large, black ant, it’s probably a carpenter ant because they’re the largest species of ants in the United States. Ranging from 1/4-3/4 inch long, these ants can cause damage to your home you may not know about until too late. Prevent damage with NJ Carpenter Ant Control that eliminates the pests…

  • What Does Carpenter Ant Damage Look Like?

    Carpenter ants don’t get as much attention as subterranean termites, but they can still cause extensive damage to the wood inside your home. They are the largest species of ant in the United States. Growing to as much as 3/4 inch in length, they are a dull black color. Any large black ant you see…