Ants

A variety of ant species can pose infestation problems in your home. Some can also pose health risks by contaminating food.

Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants get their name because they excavate wood in order to build their nests. Their excavation results in smooth tunnels inside the wood. Carpenter ants range in size from one-quarter inch for a worker ant to up to three-quarters inch for a queen.
House Ants
This ant gets its name from the strong, rotten coconut-like smell it gives off when crushed. These tiny insects range in size from one-sixteenth of an inch to one-eighth of an inch long.
Pavement Ants
Pavement ants get their name because they make their nests in or under cracks in pavement. They can infest structures.
Fire Ants
Red imported fire ants nest in soil and build mound nests. They can infest garages.