Carpenter ants are often connected to wood, moisture and hidden nesting areas. They can be more concerning when activity is happening around damp or damaged wood.

They may be found around damp wood, wall voids, window frames, rooflines, decks, garages, basements, crawl spaces and exterior wood areas.

Signs may include large ants, trails, activity near wood, small piles of sawdust-like material, rustling sounds or repeated activity in the same area.

Carpenter ants do not eat wood like termites, but they can create galleries in wood where they nest.

Yes. Inspection is important because carpenter ant activity may be hidden behind walls, trim, wood materials or moisture-prone areas.

Yes. Carpenter ant activity inside may be connected to exterior nests, trees, wood piles, decks, siding gaps or other outdoor conditions.

Yes. Commercial properties can also have carpenter ant concerns, especially around damp wood, exterior openings and structural voids.

Reducing moisture, fixing damaged wood, sealing gaps and keeping wood materials away from the building can help lower the risk.

You can book through the website or call Petty Pest Control Services directly for carpenter ant control in Kitchener & Southern Ontario.