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1. www.bobvila.com › termite-vs-carpenter-ant-damageWhat’s the Difference? Identifying Termite vs. Carpenter Ant ...

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   • Homeowners are likely to notice winged termites or ants before spotting their damage. The reproductive members of a termite or carpenter ant colony have wings and are called swarmers.
   • Carpenter ants leave behind smooth tunnels, whereas termites can create rough ones caked with mud. Depending on the type of infestation, carpenter ants and termites create different types of wood damage.
   • Subterranean termites will create mud tubes on a home’s exterior, while carpenter ants will not. Subterranean termites eat wood and damage the wood structure.
   • Termite frass (droppings) looks different than the sawdust carpenter ants create. Termites create frass, or a mixture of insect waste, saliva, chewed-up wood, and insect parts.

2. www.thespruce.com › difference-between-ants-andTermites vs. Ants: How to Tell the Difference - The Spruce

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   Carpenter ants (Camponotus) and termites (Isoptera) share several similarities, not the least because they are both notorious for causing wood damage in homes. Termites cause damage to homes faster than carpenter ants, creating significant damage within two to four years. Damage from carpenter ants can take a number of years and is usually easier t...

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   Ants and termites have several different physical characteristics to tell them apart. The most notable differences are termites have much longer, fragile wings and white, rectangular bodies while carpenter ants have two wings more proportionate to their reddish-black bodies with well-defined, narrow waists.

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   Both carpenter ants and termites build their nests in wood, but carpenter ants prefer moist, damaged wood whereas termites will chew and eat through healthy wood. Carpenter ants also build clean tunnels so you may see wood shavings near the holes, but termites create ragged tunnels and mud tubes to travel between the soil and wood.

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   Carpenter Ants

   1. Large, winged ants scurrying around near or inside your home 2. Smooth, finished tunnels in moist wood structures 3. Wood shavings outside of tunnel holes

   Termites

   1. Loose wings near tunnel holes 2. Ragged, rough tunnels with layers of dirt 3. Mud tubes on walls or leading up to your home 4. Significant signs of wood damage 5. Hollow-sounding wood structures

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   Because carpenter ants and termites are so different, each requires different control measures to remove them. Carpenter ants can often be controlledby eliminating the conditions that attract them (e.g. rotting wooden structures), but a termite infestation usually requires professional help. Ask a pest control expert about using different chemicals...

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4. www.terminix.com › termites › typesTermites vs Ants: What's the Difference?

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   • Physical differences. At a passing glance, ants and termites look similar. However, when you compare the two insects – particularly winged ants and termites – there are quite a few physical differences.
   • Diet differences. Termites are known for eating wooden structures because they need the cellulose within the wood to survive. Do carpenter ants eat wood?
   • Visibility differences. A termite's habitat depends on the termite species. Unless you spot a swarm, you're more likely to spot signs of termites rather than the actual insects.
   • Differences in attractants. Moisture in your home is conducive to both ants and termites. Naturally, they're also both attracted to wood and easy points of entry.

5. www.angi.com › articles › carpenter-ants-vs-termitesCarpenter Ants Vs Termites: Top Signs and Differences - Angi

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   Jun 14, 2023 · Learn how to identify carpenter ants and termites by their appearance, feeding habits, and wood damage. Find out how to prevent and treat these pests with tips and quotes from local pros.

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   What is the difference between Carpenter ants and termites?

   • Termites have long, oval-shaped bodies. While carpenter ants also have oval-shaped bodies, their heart-shaped heads make them stand out. Compared to carpenter ants, termites have shorter lets, thicker waists, and straighter antennae. Both termites and carpenter ants are winged creatures.

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   Do termites damage a house faster than carpenter ants?

   • Termites cause damage to homes faster than carpenter ants, creating significant damage within two to four years. Damage from carpenter ants can take a number of years and is usually easier to detect as these ants hang around areas where there is moisture and can be seen scurrying around.

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   Do wood termites outsize carpenter ants?

   • With sizes reaching 5 millimeters to 15 millimeters, wood termites generally outsize carpenter ants by a hair. It's even possible for an infamous "winged" swarmer termite species to reach 25 millimeters long. The color of your pest can be a better indicator than its size.

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7. www.forbes.com › flying-ants-vs-termitesTermites Vs. Flying Ants: How To Tell The Difference - Forbes

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   Mar 7, 2024 · Learn how to identify and treat flying ants, also called carpenter ants, and termites, which can be big nuisances to homeowners. See the differences in color, antenna, waist and diet of these insects.

8. www.abchomeandcommercial.com › blog › carpenter-antCarpenter Ant Damage Vs. Termite Damage: Identification Tips

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   Dec 30, 2019 · Learn how to tell the difference between carpenter ant and termite damage in your home, and what signs to look for. Find out when and where to expect swarmers, and how to prevent and treat infestations.

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10. www.housedigest.com › 1419932Termites Vs. Carpenter Ants: How To Tell Which Pest Is ...

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    Oct 17, 2023 · Healthy or moist, termites nest in and voraciously eat all kinds of wood, which sounds hollow when knocked. Their subterranean variety is fond of creating mud tubes that function as safe passages. They also drop 1-millimeter wide, brown, rounded pallets under the damaged wood, clearly signaling their presence.