Indoor Pest Control - little black ants?

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eddiearms
07-10-09, 02:14 PM
I recently discovered ants in my bathroom. After some research I've concluded they are "little black ants". Problem is, nowhere is it mentioned that they can chew through [eat?] wood. This is how they came to my bath, chewing through the base board molding. Have I misidentified them or are they capable of doing this. Thanks for reading and I would appreciate any replies.

spdavid
07-10-09, 05:05 PM
They did not chew through the wood,they exploited either a rotted area or the work of some other pest and/or got through a very small seam etc and it just looks like they came through the wood.

Solution:Terro.Greatest product ever made for these ants.Follow package directions however I suggest you use a small peice of foil or wax paper versus the cardboard cut outs on the box.
the_tow_guy
07-11-09, 04:41 AM
Second the Terro. Couple of days and they'll be gone. :coffee: