Carpenter ants may not eat wood like termites, but they can still cause serious damage by tunneling through it to build their nests. And unlike other ants, they’re not just after your crumbs—they’re ...

The best way to treat an infestation is to call a pest control expert, as DIY methods aren't always effective. If you notice a line of extra large ants coming and going in your home, you may have a ...

In the forest, carpenter ants have a job to do, recycling woody debris, such as dead trees and fallen logs. But these large ants become nuisances when they forage or nest inside our homes. “Carpenter ...

As summer temperatures rise across South Carolina, so does activity from one of the season’s smallest and most persistent pests: ants. Whether swarming your picnic table, creeping along kitchen ...

Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can be a year-round issue, but you’re more likely to see them inside beginning in the spring, Chris Hayes, a postdoctoral ...

Heavy rain disrupts ant nests, pushing them indoors in search of dry shelter. Experts recommend sealing entry points, cleaning surfaces and using bait traps. Baits work by reaching and killing the ...

Pests such as ants can make their way into your home through some of the smallest nooks and crannies. Dreamstime TNS Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Think your summer is all sunshine and sweet tea? Not if North Carolina’s most notorious bugs have anything to say about it. The state ...