Ant Control in Vancouver, WA

Spraying the trail you can see kills the scouts and leaves the colony. In the Pacific Northwest, carpenter ants are the ones that matter most: they hollow out damp wood in walls, decks and rooflines. We trace the trail back to the nest and treat it there.

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Modern home exterior with wood siding, a common target for carpenter ants
Modern home exterior with wood siding, a common target for carpenter ants

Pests we treat

  • Modoc carpenter antCamponotus modoc
  • Odorous house antTapinoma sessile
  • Pavement antTetramorium immigrans
  • Thatching antFormica obscuripes
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Signs you need ant control

  • Large black ants indoors in spring, often at night
  • Piles of fine sawdust (frass) below windows or beams
  • Rustling sounds inside walls
  • Winged ants swarming near windows

Our ant control process

  1. Inspect to identify the species and follow trails to the nest
  2. Treat the nest directly with non-repellent products ants carry back
  3. Place targeted baits where trails enter the house
  4. Treat the exterior perimeter and damp wood entry points
  5. Follow-up visit to confirm the colony is gone

Prevention tips

  • Fix leaks and replace water-damaged wood
  • Wipe counters and store sweets in sealed containers
  • Keep tree limbs off the roof
  • Clean gutters so fascia boards stay dry

Ant Control FAQ

Are carpenter ants the same as termites?

No. Carpenter ants don't eat wood; they excavate it to nest. Termites eat it. Both cause damage, and we identify which one you have at the inspection.

Why did store-bought spray make it worse?

Repellent sprays can split a colony into several new ones. We use non-repellent treatments and baits so the ants carry the product back to the queen.

Related services

Often booked together

Spider Control

Fewer giant house spiders and hobo spiders inside, and no more webs on the eaves.

See spider control

Rodent Control

Mice and rats trapped, removed and sealed out with exclusion work that lasts.

See rodent control

Wasp & Hornet Removal

Yellowjacket, paper wasp and bald-faced hornet nests removed safely, often the same day.

See wasp & hornet removal

Need ant control in Vancouver?

Same-day appointments, a flat price before we start, and free re-service if they come back between visits.

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