Carpenter ants aren't just another nuisance pest. They're silent destroyers that can compromise your home's structural integrity. Unlike termites that eat wood, carpenter ants excavate galleries through wooden structures, creating extensive tunnel systems that weaken support beams, floor joists, and other critical components. Dallas homeowners know these persistent pests thrive in our humid climate, making professional intervention essential before minor infestations become major structural problems.
Carpenter ants cause millions of dollars in property damage across Texas each year. These large, black ants burrow through both sound and moisture-damaged wood, creating smooth galleries that compromise structural stability over time.
The telltale signs include wood shavings (frass) near baseboards, faint rustling sounds within walls, and occasional sightings of large ants, especially during evening hours. What makes carpenter ants particularly problematic in Dallas is their preference for areas with higher moisture content. Exactly the conditions our Texas humidity creates. They commonly target window frames, door headers, roof eaves, and basement supports. By the time homeowners notice visible damage, colonies have often been active for months or even years.
Forterra takes a comprehensive approach that goes beyond surface-level treatments.
Our licensed technicians begin with a thorough property inspection, identifying active colonies, satellite nests, and conditions that attract these wood-destroying pests. The treatment process involves targeted applications directly into gallery systems using professional-grade materials that eliminate entire colonies, not just visible workers. We locate and treat both parent and satellite colonies, ensuring complete elimination.
Follow-up visits ensure the treatment remains effective and monitor for any new activity. We also provide recommendations for moisture control and structural modifications that prevent future infestations.
With over 25 years protecting Dallas-area homes, Forterra understands the unique pest pressures facing North Texas properties. Our "Bugs Belong. Outside." approach means we don't just treat current problems. We create long-term solutions that keep carpenter ants from returning.
Every service comes with our money-back guarantee. If carpenter ants return after treatment, we'll retreat your property at no additional cost. Should you remain unsatisfied, we'll refund your most recent payment.
Don't let carpenter ants compromise your property's structural integrity. The longer these pests remain active, the more extensive and expensive repairs become.
Contact Forterra Pest Control for your free carpenter ant inspection. Our Dallas-area technicians are ready to eliminate current infestations and implement preventative measures that keep your home protected. With our 50% discount on initial service when you sign a one-year agreement, professional carpenter ant control has never been more affordable. Schedule your inspection today and experience why Dallas homeowners trust Forterra to keep bugs where they belong outside.