There are several insects you may notice in and around your home, like carpenter ants. If left to thrive, these critters will chew through wood, electrical wiring, and landscaping, causing severe damage to many areas on your property. Watch for potential infestations by using this guide to know where to look for their nests.

3 Places You May Find Carpenter Ant Nests

1. In Damp Areas

Carpenter ants typically build nests in soft materials such as insulation material, cardboard boxes, and other warm areas because they can excavate it with ease. Finding ants in these areas usually indicate that there are additional nests outdoors.

Outside, these critters may nest in wooden structures that retain moisture, such as fallen trees, stumps, fences, and sheds. There may be multiple nests on your property, so make sure you eradicate them all by hiring an exterminator.

2. Near Plants

Like most bugs, carpenter ants are attracted to sweets. Aphids feed on plant nectar; then, secrete a sweet substance from their bodies. This byproduct is also known as honeydew, and it draws ants. Due to their liking for honeydew, you may notice nests near flowering plants on your property.

3. Around Hidden Places

Although these pests prefer damp areas, they’ll also settle into dry spaces, like attic insulation and dresser drawers, as well as hollow curtain rods and doors. Since these places are challenging to check for ants without opening a structure, look for other signs of infestation, such as piles of sawdust, droppings, and food debris.

If you’ve found carpenter ants in any of these areas around your home, contact the team at Dick’s Fumigation Services in Wailuku, HI. These professionals provide Maui homeowners with organic pest control solutions to remove a variety of unwanted critters from their properties. Call (808) 244-7496 to request a quote, or visit the website to learn more about their pest removal services.