Most ants do not pose any serious threat to your home, but it is important to call in a pest control professional to determine the type of ants that have taken up residence in your home.

For instance, carpenter ants make tunnels and nest in the wood of your home. If left untreated, they can weaken the wood in your house, and cause structural damage.

On the other hand, pavement ants nest underneath sidewalks, driveways and foundations. They can find their way inside through expansion joints and cracks to search for food in your kitchen and pantry.

Properly identifying the kind of ant is the key to determining the best way to remove them from your home.