What Are Formosan Termites? Formosan termites are a species of subterranean termites that are native to southern China but have been found in the United States since 1956, when they were likely unintentionally brought over on cargo ships. Because Formosan termite eggs do not hatch in temperatures colder than around 68 °F, these termites are […]
Why Are Termite Infestations So Dangerous? Termite infestations are truly the silent destroyers of homes and buildings. In fact, it’s estimated that termites cause over $5 billion in damages each year to homes across the U.S. That’s a lot of damage for such a small insect! Termites chew through wood, flooring, and load-bearing beams, often
Four Invasive Insect Species In New Orleans New Orleans is home to legendary music, great food, and unfortunately, several insects and other pests. While most of the pests that we have to deal with here in New Orleans are a native to the region, there are some that are invasive, meaning they have been introduced
Does My House Need A Termite Inspection? Termites are a type of insect that eat wood, making them a potentially costly pest to have to deal with because they can cause tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage to the structure of your house. There are several different types of termites, including subterranean termites,
Carpenter Ants vs Termites: What’s The Difference? Carpenter ants and termites are both insects that can cause detrimental effects to wooden structures, making them dangerous pests to have to deal with. While each of these pests can be detrimental to your home, their infestations need to be solved using different methods, which is why it’s
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Eastern subterranean termites thrive in warm, moist environments, making Louisiana the perfect habitat for them. Eastern subterranean termites swarming season typically occurs from late March through July, meaning that right around now (March 27th, currently) is a good time to start keeping your eye out for them! If you notice any termite swarmers or discarded
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While the wintertime in New Orleans is typically a mild season, with temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to mid-60s, the weather can still be cold enough to drive some pests indoors in search of warmth and shelter. Some of the most common pests that New Orleans residents have to deal with in the winter include
The Sentricon® Termite Baiting System is an eco-friendly termite extermination system that uses subterranean termites’ natural behavior against them! Because Sentricon® does not require structural drilling, trenching, or digging around your foundation, the system destroys the termite queen and her colony without disrupting your lawn or landscaping! In this article, we’ll dive deeper into the
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While they may look similar to the untrained eye, flying ants and swarming termites have many differences, especially when it comes to the damage they can do to your home. Treatments for these two different pests vary greatly, so it’s important for homeowners to be able to tell the difference between them. In this article,
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Formosan termite swarming season is upon us here in New Orleans! Formosan subterranean termites are orange-ish-colored termites that have a swarming season lasting from late March through July here in Louisiana. “Swarming season” is the time of year when termite “swarmers” (winged termites) search for a location to establish their new colony. These swarmers aren’t
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