How to get rid of carpenter ants with wings?

Carpenter ants are large black or dark brown insects with three body segments and six legs. They have bent antennae. The worker ants are wingless, while the reproductive ants have wings. They tend to walk in long trails. Termites, which are a far worse problem to have, have straight antennae and light colored bodies. read more

Needless to say, it is the perfect environment for critters of all kinds including carpenter ants. The first infestation had me calling the pest control company in a hurry. Carpenter ants are huge and very scary looking as you can see from the picture above. read more

Look for a nest if you see winged ants in your house. Small piles of sawdust are a giveaway as carpenter ants prefer to nest in decaying wood in window or door frames. If it's winter, the presence of a winged ant may mean you have an infestation in the walls. You may be able to see the ants milling around near the nest. read more