I wanted to share some compelling research about the efficacy of Recruit® HD termite bait and the Sentricon® system in achieving total colony elimination. Research from Dr. Nan-Yao Su and Dr. Thomas Chouvenc at the UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC) has shown that only a small amount of Recruit HD termite bait is needed for total colony elimination. They found that just one day of feeding on Recruit HD termite bait is enough to deliver a lethal dose to 1 million subterranean termites. In a separate study, Dr. Chouvenc determined that only 15.3 grams, or a fifth of a stick, of Recruit HD termite bait is sufficient to eliminate 1 million termites. This research confirms that even with limited exposure and a fractional amount of bait consumed, the Sentricon system quickly and completely eliminates termite colonies. This means you can apply the Sentricon system with confidence, knowing that total colony elimination begins as soon as the first termite starts feeding. This information is beneficial for you because: * A single Recruit HD termite bait contains more than enough Noviflumuron to achieve total colony elimination. When the Sentricon system establishes a ring of protection around a home, the in-ground bait stations provide ample Noviflumuron to eliminate multiple colonies, offering y customers peace of mind and superior termite protection. * A single Recruit® above-ground (AG) station also contains more than enough bait for total colony elimination. Recruit AG stations are a versatile solution for hard-to-treat termite infestations, as they can be placed directly on an active mud tube, ensuring immediate termite feeding. This immediate feeding provides homeowners with assurance that their home is protected from the first day of treatment. Recruit AG stations are particularly useful for treating Formosan termite infestations, which often exploit above-ground moisture to establish aerial colonies that are difficult to treat with traditional methods. Backed by over 70 scientific and 30 independent research studies, the Sentricon system offers confidence that Billiot Pest Control is protecting their customers’ homes with the most advanced termite control solution available.

House pests are no fun — especially swarming termites. Stay ahead of the swarm this year by knowing the difference between flying termites and flying ants. One is simply a nuisance, and the other is going to cost you. But what exactly is swarm season? It occurs when winged male and female termites, called swarmers, fly from their colonies to start new colonies. After landing, they shed their wings and pair with a mate to look for a suitable location to begin a new colony as its king and queen. When daytime temperatures begin to warm up and rain becomes more frequent, swarmer termites emerge from the colony. This means swarm season can begin as early as late February in coastal Louisiana, Florida, Alabama and Mississippi. As the weather continues to warm, swarm sightings spread throughout the South and gradually work their way east into Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee and west into Texas and Arkansas. It’s easy to assume that the swarm of flying insects are just flying ants. But for many homeowners, the first obvious sign of a termite infestation is a swarm because they are above ground. Most of the time, termites are lurking underground out of sight. At first glance, it's hard to distinguish between ants and termites, so here’s what you need to know. Termites have straight antennae , while ants have elbowed antennae. Termites have thick, straight waists , while ants have a pinched waist with three distinct body segments. Termites have two pairs of wings that are equal in length , while ants have one pair of wings that is long and another pair that is shorter. Don't make the mistake of thinking your home isn't at risk . Termites don't care if you have a brick home, a log home, a block home or even a home built on a concrete slab. Know what pests you're dealing with this swarm season and  call Billiot Pest Control to protect your home today.