Insects
Carpenter Ant
The carpenter ant excavates galleries in wood to establish its nest. It can cause significant structural damage to Montreal buildings.
How to identify
Large black or reddish-brown ant with a smooth arched thorax. Winged individuals appear in spring.
Typical habitat
Damp or damaged wood: framing, beams, window frames, decks. Also in dead trees near houses.
Health risks
Carpenter ants don't transmit diseases, but they can cause major structural damage that compromises building integrity. Repairs are often very costly.
Signs of an infestation
If you notice any of these signs, contact us quickly.
- Fine wood shavings (frass) under wooden structures
- Crackling noises in walls
- Winged ants indoors in spring
- Smooth galleries in wood (different from termites)
- Ant trails in evening and at night
- Wood that sounds hollow when tapped
How to prevent
Simple measures to apply to limit infestation risk.
- Remove damp or rotten wood around the house
- Cut tree branches that touch the house
- Fix water leaks promptly
- Ensure good ventilation of crawl spaces
- Store firewood away from the house and elevated
- Replace damaged wood in structures
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