Carpenter Ant Control: Find the Nest, Use Bait Stations

Where Carpenter Ants Nest

Carpenter ants establish colonies in moisture-damaged wood—commonly around chimneys, skylights, under bathtubs, behind dishwashers, and in damp eaves. Rotting wood is easier to excavate than sound timber, making these areas prime real estate.

Effective Treatment

• Commercial ant bait stations placed near foraging trails work well.
• For long-term prevention, repair moisture problems and replace damaged wood.

Detailed control information is available from UGA Extension at caes.uga.edu.