Protection from Ants

Argentine Ants

When inside: they nest near a, moisture source such as water pipes, sinks, potted plants, etc.
When outside: live in shallow nests located in moist situations such as under boards and stones, beneath plants, along sidewalks, etc.
Invade buildings when outside conditions are too wet or too dry

Carpenter Ants

Build little tunnels and set up camp inside your walls-threatens integrity of wood by hollowing it out
May find fungal growths in wood from ant colony’s waste dump
Typically enter around door and window frames, eaves, plumbing and utility lines, and shrub and tree branches in contact with the building

Little Black Ants

When inside: nests located in woodwork, decaying wood, and masonry.
Feed on grease, oil, meats, fruits, vegetable materials such as corn meal, and sweets
When outside: nest under stones/rocks, in rotting logs, in lawns, or in open areas
Feed on other insects, honeydew, and plant secretions
Commonly seen on foundation walls and along sidewalks outside

Odorous House Ants

When inside: construct nests in wall voids especially around hot water pipes and heaters, in crevices around sinks, cupboards, etc.
Prefer to feed on sweets but also eat foods with high protein content and grease such as meats and cheese
When outside: found in the nest of larger ants, in exposed soil, but mostly under objects
Prefer honeydew and honeydew secretions
Usually enter homes when there is limited honeydew, or heavy rainfall
When inside: nest in walls, in insulation, and under floors, near heat source in winter
When outside: nest under stones, in cracks in pavement, next to buildings
Enter buildings through cracks in the slab and walls, slab expansion joints, and natural openings of buildings
Not aggressive, but workers can bite and sting
Will feed on almost anything but prefer meats and grease

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