Carpenter ants excavate wood to build nests but do not eat it, unlike termites that consume wood as food.

Look for sawdust piles, faint rustling noises in walls, or sightings of large black ants indoors.

Yes, over time their tunneling can compromise the integrity of wood structures if left untreated.

They often enter through cracks, gaps around windows, or damp wood near the foundation.

While most active in warmer months, indoor nests can remain active throughout the year.