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Inspection
[Image: Inspection graph]

This article emphasizes the importance of inspection and gives information on when and how to perform structural inspections for the presence of termite infestations.

French Quarter Termite Inspection
[Image: Jackson Square]

Describes the basic construction types found in the French Quarter and the unique problems that occur with the antique architecture.

Exterior Inspection (above foundation)
[Image: Termite damage to exterior wall.]

Describes the process of conducting an exterior inspection of a structure.

Interior Inspection
[Image: Termite damage to doorframe]

Describes the process of inspecting the interior of a structure for the presence of a termite infestation.

Contact Us for All Your Termite Questions
Contact information for LSU AgCenter termite professionals.
Tree Inspection Video [Image: Trees on Esplanade Avenue.]
A short video demonstrating how to inspect a tree for the presence of Formosan subterranean termites.
Fumigation Training Manual [Image: University of Arkansas General Fumigation Training Manual]
The University of Arkansas General Fumigation Training Manual covers fumigation of structures, food, raw commodities, soil, and agricultural sites.
Swarmers [Image: Winged Formosan Alate]
Information about Formosan subterranean termite alates and their annual mating flight.
Mating Flight [Image: Annual Formosan alate mating flight.]
This is a short video showing typical swarming behavior of Formosan subterranean termite alates during their annual mating flight.
Formosan Subterranean Termite Soldiers [Image: Formosan subterranean termite soldier]
Additional information about the habits and identification of Formosan subterranean termite soldiers.
Formosan Subterranean Termites [Image: Formosan soldiers guard entrance to nest]
Describes the behavior and biology unique to the Formosan subterranean termite.
Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology [Image: Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology]
One important key for successful management of a pest is to identify it. This publication can help you differentiate between ants and the dry-wood and subterranean termites that are pests in Louisiana. It also contains specific information on Formosan subterranean termites.
Colony Members and Life Cycle [Image: mature workers and nymphs]
Termite colonies contain different castes, which are responsible for specific taskes in the colony.
What do termites eat? [Image: Microscopic view of a termite gut.]
Termites may eat wood, but they could not do it alone.