Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Grosse Tete's conditions — a hot, humid, flood-prone climate typical of south Louisiana's river parishes — create exactly that. A blend of historic raised homes near the river and newer subdivisions further inland, most built with flooding in mind. Termite colonies can go undetected for years, quietly compromising structural wood the entire time.
We start with a full inspection of the foundation, crawl space, and any wood-to-soil contact points, looking for mud tubes, damaged wood, or swarmer activity. Treatment options include soil treatment around the foundation perimeter or bait-station monitoring systems that intercept foraging termites before they reach the structure. Every job includes a wood-destroying-insect inspection report.