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May means termite swarms in New Orleans
Friday, May 11th, 2012
For those that live in and around southern Louisiana, springtime brings with it many great things such as nice weather, great festivals, the start of the fishing season and everyone’s favorite spring food – crawfish.
But homeowners also get a daunting reminder of potential problems which loom in the form of termite swarms each year around this time. And this May, like many before, residents all over the metro area are seeing swarms of Formosan termites looking for food in the form of wood.
New Orleans has a long and difficult history with termites; even Katrina couldn't remove them from the city. They plague our homes and cause Read More »
A look inside a termite colony
Tuesday, May 17th, 2011
Termites are a complex group of insect and termite colonies differ almost as much as termites themselves. Each species has slightly different habits and appearances when compared to other species, and within each species there are three castes of individual termites with differing habits, appearances, and roles in the community. It follows, then, that there are several sizes and types of termite colonies.
How big do colonies get?
The size of a colony generally refers to the number of termites inhabiting a single colony. Formosan termite colonies are the biggest colonies found in the southern part of the United States, often containing Read More »
Termite swarms frequently asked questions
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011
Have you have never seen a swarm of termites flying around a bright light at night? If you live in New Orleans, chances are the answer is yes. For many in southeastern Louisiana and the Gulf Coast, the mere mention of the phrase “termite swarm” is unsettling and can be downright stress-inducing. As pest control professionals, we field lots of questions from our customers about termite control in general. And we are often asked questions specifically about termite swarm such as when do they occur and are they dangerous. Here are some of the common questions and answers that arise:
What is a termite swarm?
A termite swarm occurs when Read More »
A closer look at termite lifecycles and castes
Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011
If you have been unfortunate enough to experience a termite infestation, you may have noticed that all termites do not look alike. Not only does each species of termites look distinct from other species, termites within the same species differ in appearance according to their role in the colony. Additionally, as a termite moves into a different role within the colony, their appearance may change to reflect that transition.
There are three castes of termites that each has a unique appearance:
- Workers. Members of the worker caste have soft, white bodies and are the least developed of the three castes. They do the brunt Read More »
When do you need a termite inspection?
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011
Termite inspections are something that you might need in a variety of circumstances, but two common situations where you might need to hire a termite inspector are when there is a termite problem at your neighbor’s home or when you are buying or selling a home.
Neighborhood termites
The worst neighbor on the block is a termite colony, especially when they try to move into your yard and home! If your neighbor has had a termite problem, it increases the chance that you might experience one because termites can move from one home to another fairly easily. A quick call to Dial One Pest Control and a half hour with a skilled termite inspector can Read More »
Comparing Termidor vs. DIY termite control
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
Comparing Termidor vs. DIY termite control
There’s nothing quite as rewarding as being a “do it yourself” type when it comes to things around the home. And while the trend towards DIY is generally a good thing, there are often times when hiring a professional is the more prudent choice.
When it comes to pest control, you might be lured into thinking that do-it-yourself termite control is less expensive or just as effective as hiring a professional, but this would be a big mistake. The chemicals available for at-home use can result in a larger pest problem in the future and costly treatment or repair bills down the road.
There are Read More »