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Reference Library
Beware of Termite Swarms in South Louisiana This Month
May 16th, 2013
Ever wonder why termites swarm in south Louisiana during the spring? Find out all about the Formosan termite swarms including what to look for.
All throughout the spring, and well into the early summer, there is a good chance that local New Orleans residents will see swarms of termites flying around. Here in the Deep South, it is typically the Formosan variety of subterranean termites that cause the greatest problems, and late spring / early summer is their active season.
Generally, Formosan termites tend to swarm just after dusk. During the darkness, they tend to swarm near well-lit areas such as outdoor lighting. This can be devastating Read More »
Why We Love Termidor for Termite Control
March 27th, 2013
As a highly effective anti-termite treatment, Termidor works extremely well in areas infested with subterranean (underground) termites. Utilized by many professional termite exterminating companies including Dial One, Termidor was developed as a long-term, reliable solution to rid structures of this harmful insect. As an undetectable treatment solution for termites, liquid Termidor can only be installed by a licensed, certified pest control professional that has experience installing and maintaining the anti-termite system.
Why Termidor is a Unique Solution
More than just an effective solution for controlling termites, Termidor stands alone Read More »
Proper Identification is the Key to Controlling Ants Populations in Louisiana
February 28th, 2013
With 131 species of ants residing in Louisiana, and no one specific species considered to be at epidemic proportions within the state, it is not difficult to understand why the population of ants is so difficult to control. For the residents of Louisiana, the ant population can produce an annoyance level ranging from just being mildly irritating to extremely frustrating. What makes ants so annoying is that they can bite, and bite hard. Having the ability to identify the species of the infesting ants allows professionals to control the problem through various methods.
Louisiana Ants
Some of the more common varieties of ants in Louisiana include Read More »
The Importance of Having a Board Certified Entomologist on Staff
January 29th, 2013
When you are looking for a pest control specialist to help rid yourself of a pest infestation, or prevent future problems, it is important that you hire a qualified professional. You can do so by looking at the certifications of the entomology certifications of the person you will be hiring.
There are two common entomology certifications that you will most likely encounter:
The Associate Certified Entomologist, and
The Board Certified Entomologist.
Let’s take a closer look at each.
Associate Certification
Those who have received their Associate Certification have proven that they have developed a fundamental knowledge of Read More »