Greenville, SC Carpenter Ant Control Professionals
Action Pest Services provides treatment for carpenter ants. Carpenter ants are insects that live in large colonies of over 50,000 or more ants. For the many thousands of worker and swarmer ants in a colony, there is usually only one queen that will lay every egg. Once the carpenter ant colony reaches over two years in age, it can start producing swarmer ants, which come out in masses from May to August in the eastern part of the country, and from February to June in the western part of the country. Although carpenter ants are harmless to humans, their bite can be mildly painful, and they can cause damage to structures by digging tunnels in wood to build their homes.
Carpenter Ants Identification
There are several characteristics that help identify a carpenter ant.
- Carpenter Ants are usually around 15 mm in length.
- Carpenter Ants are black or red in color.
- Carpenter Ants have shiny and smooth abdomens, with large mandibles, and antenna
- Images of carpenter ants can be found from the National Pest Management Association ยป
Conducive Conditions for Carpenter Ants
There are a few conditions that can increase the chances of a Carpenter ant infestation:
- Weathered or unfinished wood around the outside of the home.
- Wood siding on the exterior of the home.
- Unrepaired, old Carpenter Ant damage.
Carpenter Ants Control Tips for Homeowners
There are several things homeowners can do to prevent and reduce carpenter ant infestations:
- Remove or finish any wood around the outside of the home.
- Replace old wood siding.
- Repair and previous carpenter ant damage.
- Inspect the exterior of your home regularly for carpenter ant damage.
Conclusion
A carpenter ant infestation can quickly increase and become a permanent issue. If you have had more than a single outdoor sighting or are already seeing these pests in your garage or home call Action Pest Services for a customized treatment plan.
Why Your Neighbors Choose Us
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Transparent
Our pricing is easy to understand. Have wasps? We don’t charge extra. Fleas? Same thing. Fire ants? You guessed it, no extra charge. When you choose Action, you don’t have to worry about unexpected charges.
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Safety
From window cleaner to dish soap, any chemical applied incorrectly can create risk. Action uses products with minimal impact to you, your family, and we are comfortable applying around our own families.
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Employees
We hire and train the best and it makes all the difference. Our staff answers the phone with a smile, and our technicians are professional and well trained. The Action experience is enjoyable all around.
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Results
This is what it all comes down to. We are professionals at keeping the pest activity around your home to a minimum. We know which products work best in each season, and how they affect each pest.
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Trustworthy
Folks in the Greenville area have trusted us since 1974 to take care of their pest issues. That’s over 46 years! We’ve been a leader in pest control in Greenville, and we plan on being here much longer.
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Service Guarantee
Nobody likes bugs. That’s why we have a service guarantee on all of our pest, mosquito, and termite plans. If the bugs come back, we will too. You can rest easy knowing we will take care of your pest issues.