Termite Control

Termite Control in New Orleans

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Control Board Objectives:

1. Protect City Property:

• Provide termite control for New Orleans facilities, trees, and greenspace
• Conduct fumigations for drywood termites in City buildings

2. Research and Prevention:

• Study termite biology through intensive research of colonies in Armstrong Park
• Safeguard historic French Quarter properties and trees from Formosan subterranean termites (These termites have caused an estimated $300 million in local damage)
• Learn more about Formosan Subterranean Termites here

3. Education and Inspection:

• Train City employees on reducing conditions that lead to termite infestations
• Protect new construction and renovations from termites
• Conduct inspections for property acquisitions
• Our Approach: Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Since 2006, we've implemented an IPM program for City buildings and greenspace. This approach:

• Reduces pesticide use
• Applies targeted treatments only when necessary
• Saves the City money on labor, equipment, and pesticide costs
• Minimizes damage potential
• Maintains a pleasant workplace for City employees

IPM Process:

1. Thorough inspection
2. Pest identification
3. Detailed recommendations to property owners/managers
4. Treatment
5. Ongoing site evaluations
6. Implementation of sanitation, exclusion, mechanical, and chemical control methods

Importance of Pest Surveys:

• Determine pest locations, species, and movement
• Protect the public from vector-borne diseases, venomous spiders, and harmful pests
• Collect and analyze data for swift, appropriate treatment

For more information, see our PORT-COVER-fact-sheet.