Carpenter ants are among the larger ants you will see around Pacific Pines. They are usually black, or black with an orange or reddish middle, and they are most active at night. They nest in damp or soft timber, such as old sleepers, decking, window frames, fence posts and roof spaces, and they can also move into wall cavities and insulation. Many homes in the area back onto bushland, which gives them plenty of natural nesting spots nearby.
Carpenter ants do not eat the timber. They hollow it out to make room for the nest, and you may notice small piles of fine sawdust below a gap or crack. Because the nest is often tucked away, the crew we book spends time finding it before treating. A carpenter ant visit usually includes:
- Tracing ants from the house back to damp or soft timber
- Checking decks, sleepers, fence posts and window frames
- A look in the roof space and around gutters where the crew can reach
- Treating the nest and the gaps the ants use to get inside
- Advice on damp timber, leaks and firewood stacks near the house
Damp is usually the reason carpenter ants settle in, so the crew may point out a leaking downpipe, a garden bed built up against the wall or timber sitting in wet soil. Sorting those out makes the home less inviting for the next colony. If timber looks badly damaged, the crew may suggest getting a builder or carpenter to have a look.
To book carpenter ant treatment in Pacific Pines, call 07 3543 7769. Tell us where you have seen the ants and any sawdust, and we will give you upfront pricing and book a local team. The crew can also check for other ants while they are there.
