There are a number of nonchemical measures that may assist forestall infestations:

• Trim tree branches and shrubs away from constructions to forestall entry;
• Seal off potential entry factors corresponding to the place utility strains enter a construction;
• Scale back mulch round constructing perimeters to a depth of two to three inches to discourage nesting;
• Get rid of any earth-to-wood contact of structural parts which may promote wooden decay;
• Substitute decayed or broken wooden and proper issues that trigger decay corresponding to clogged rain gutters or leaky pipes;
• Improve air flow to damp areas corresponding to attic or subfloor areas;
• Retailer firewood off the bottom and a number of other ft away from constructions; and
• Take away potential meals sources inside a construction and retailer them in tightly sealed containers.

Most carpenter ant inspections and perimeter remedies begin at round $150 bucks.  Thanks!