In the forest, carpenter ants have a job to do, recycling woody debris, such as dead trees and fallen logs. But these large ants become nuisances when they forage or nest inside our homes. “Carpenter ...

Getting rid of carpenter ants starts with locating and eliminating their nest. Unlike some smaller ant species, spraying foragers is ineffective if the colony remains hidden in the wood.

Has there been an increase in ant activity in Kansas this year? Here’s what might cause more of the pests to seek shelter inside your home. RHJ Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’re noticing an increase ...

Knowing how to get rid of ants around the house is important. But it’s also fun to learn just how fascinating these creatures are. They’re industrious and super smart, as far as insects go. Some ants ...

Got ants on your plants? They're probably in the roots, too. While some ant hills in your garden may be beneficial to your plants by aerating the soil, pollinating, and dispersing seeds, too many ants ...