Insects
Ants
Highly social insects that follow chemical trails to food and water sources inside homes.
See our ant controlAppearance
1.5–13 mm depending on species, with a segmented body, elbowed antennae and a narrow waist.
Habitat
Nests in soil, wall voids, under slabs, in mulch beds and inside damp or damaged wood.
Why it matters
Risks and damage
- Contaminate stored food
- Carpenter ants tunnel into structural wood
- Fire ants deliver painful stings
- Colonies can split into satellite nests
Prevention
How to keep them out
- Store food in sealed containers
- Fix leaks and reduce moisture
- Trim vegetation away from walls
- Seal cracks around doors and utility lines
Related pests
More insects
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