Homes & Gardens How to spot moisture and insect damage to your home Updated: Jan. 13, 2022, 10:16 a.m. | Published: Jan. 10, 2022, 1:06 p.m.

The first and biggest source of attraction for ants is any food source, predominantly scraps that are easily accessible.

Ants are tiny so that it’s nearly impossible to keep them out of your house, says Bertone. But these tips can help: · Remove ...

Identifying carpenter ants Carpenter ant workers range in length from 1/8 – 1/2 inch, with the queens being slightly larger. They are most commonly black, although some species are red, red and ...

All of these things attract moisture, and moisture attracts ants, says Price. Because of that, the more distance you can create, the better. 5. Clean up any food spills and crumbs as quickly as ...

You’ve Got Moisture and/or Wood Decay “To be a little bit more specific, a lot of the carpenter ant problems we see occur in areas with high moisture levels,” Crumbley says.

Practical steps for prevention Eliminate moisture: Carpenter ants thrive in moist environments. Fix any leaks and ensure proper ventilation in attics and crawl spaces. Seal entry points: Check for ...

Carpenter ants don’t just infest rotting wood, they can move from softwood to hardwood in a very short amount of time. That means an infestation can cause structural damage to your home which is ...