Carpenter ants are one of the most common household pests in the United States. These ants can cause damage to homes through their nesting nature and also can spread a variety of diseases and infections; they are one of the most dangerous pests in the country. They usually eat dry or sugary material, grease, or animal products, or they may eat other insects. Carpenter ants often enter a home through damp wood or roof shingles. If you have ever had to deal with carpenter ants, you know that they can be quite a nuisance. Not only do they ruin wood and other building materials, they also bite and spread pathogens. There are many different chemical treatments out there that claim to get rid of these odorous pests. However, many of these insecticides are dangerous to the environment and cause serious health concerns if not used properly.

Natural Way To Get Rid Of Carpenter Ants

Soapy Water

Soapy water is one of the best ways to get rid of carpenter ants. The carpenter ants will be attracted by the sweet smell of the soapy water, but when they go to drink it, it will suffocate them. It’s safe to use around food and pets.

Cinnamon

If you’re looking for a natural way to get rid of carpenter ants, cinnamon is your answer. Cinnamon is a powerful ant repellent and will kill carpenter ants within hours.

• Sprinkle cinnamon in areas where you find ants. If the ants are entering your house through cracks or crevices, sprinkle cinnamon sticks in these areas as well.
• Place cinnamon essential oil on cotton balls and place them near the entrances of your home where you see activity or trails leading into it.

Cucumber Peel And Lemon

• Cucumber peel and lemon
• This is an acidic solution that can be used to kill carpenter ants.
• Spray the solution on the ants and the place where they enter your home. The solution won’t harm plants or animals in your backyard, but it will kill any carpenter ants you spray it on.

Mint

You can use mint to repel ants. Mint oil is a natural insect repellent and can be used to make homemade solutions that will keep carpenter ants from entering your home.

Mint leaves are also effective at repelling carpenter ants. If you have some in your garden, place them around the foundation of your house or near any cracks where they may be coming in and make sure to replace them when they dry out (which happens pretty quickly).

Get rid of carpenter ants naturally

If you have carpenter ants in your home, the first thing to do is remove the food sources. You should:

• Keep your kitchen clean. Clean up any spills immediately and keep dishes clean until they can be washed.
• Remove water sources that could attract carpenter ants, including pet bowls and leaks from pipes or faucets.
• If you have existing water damage around doors or windows, remove it by repairing with caulk or fresh wood and paint over any bare spots on walls/ceilings with a good quality primer/sealer and topcoat (make sure to use several coats).
• Keep firewood away from your home because it can act as an entryway for carpenter ants into your house if they chew through the wood while trying to get out of their nest during cold winter months when there isn’t much food available outside their colony anymore!