Home > Family & Home > Home > Pest Management > Maintenance and Inspection Guidelines to Protect Your Home from Termites Treatments for termites must be integrated with proper maintenance. Eliminate as many conditions conducive to termite infestations as possible by following the five general categories of rules. 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. Do NOT Spread Formosan Subterranean Termites! [Image: Formosan subterranean termite alate] Suggestions for preventing the spread of Formosan subterranean termites. Formosan Subterranean Termite Damage and Detection [Image: Formosan Subterranean Temite Damage and Detection] Most people are aware of the damage fire and severe weather can do to their homes, but many overlook the threat of termites. Photos of termite damage and signs of termite infestation are included in this publication, which covers Formosan subterranean termites and other subterranean termites.  more articles... Protect Your Home from Termites Things to consider when constructing or renovating a home to protect your house from termites. Take Precautions Against Termites (Distributed 09/24/07) Among the many natural threats homeowners face is termite infestation. Precautions can minimize that threat. Broadcast Baits for Fire Ant Control [Image: Fire Ant Control] A Southern IPM Center publication. When choosing a broadcast bait to control imported fire ants, consumers and professional pesticide applicators face a confusing array of brand names and active ingredients with varying product performances. This guide addresses common concerns about broadcast baits to help consumers and professionals choose products that best fit their needs and situations. (PDF Format Only) Elongate Twig Ant [Image: Image 1] Identification, biology and treatment of the elongate twig ant. Crazy Ant Control in Structures [Image: Image 1] Identification, biology and treatment of the crazy ant in structures. Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas [Image: Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas] Properly identifying the ant species is the first step in determining whether and how to control them. In this publication there are options for managing various kinds of imported fire ant problems. Bug Biz: Fleas [Image: Fleas] Fleas developed on Earth thousands of years ago and have adapted many survival techniques. In Louisiana, they are pests in and around homes and on pets and other animals year round. Control measures and insecticides to use included. (PDF Format Only) Little Black Ant Management in Structures [Image: Image 1] Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants. Tetramorium bicarinatum: Pavement Ants [Image: Image 1] Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants Termite Research To Continue In New Orleans French Quarter LSU AgCenter faculty members are working on plans to put the Formosan subterranean termite research project in New Orleans’ French Quarter back on track after the recent hurricanes. Click for more information...