Black Carpenter ant workers are most active at night, foraging up to 100 yards in search of food; and leaving a chemical (pheromone) trail for others to follow. As such, an exterminator should conduct an inspection or assessment after dark, when the worker ants have emerged.
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The Carpenter ant is probably the most common ant pest, encountered by many exterminators; in the United States. These pests can cause serious structural damage to a building, as they tunnel-away at an investment. If homeowners or property managers see signs of this intruder, they must act quickly; to prevent extensive damage.
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