Louisiana’s warm, humid climate is perfect for bugs, and if you live here, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share. The bugs love it just as much as we do.
Thanks to the bayou’s warm, humid conditions and constant water sources, infestations are a regular issue for many homeowners across Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, and beyond.
Below, we’ll walk through the most common bugs in Louisiana, how they cause problems, and what you can do to protect your home and family.
Key Takeaways
• Louisiana’s warm, wet climate makes homes a target for pests like termites, roaches, bed bugs, and fleas.
• Termites, roaches, bed bugs, fire ants, and fleas each need different treatment based on how they behave.
• Bugs like silverfish, spiders, and carpet beetles sneak in through cracks and hide in dark, moist places.
• LaJaunie’s offers pest control with fast service, follow-ups, and a free quote for homeowners across Louisiana.
1. Termites
One of the most destructive critters in Louisiana is the termite. These tiny pests might seem harmless at first glance, but they can chew through wooden structures before you even know they’re there.
They’re especially drawn to homes with excess moisture, poor ventilation, or decaying wood around basements and gutters.
How to Address a Termite Infestation
Don’t wait until you see visible damage. By then, termites have likely been active for months. LaJaunie’s offers termite control, like trenching and bait station installation, to shield your home.
With our Complete Protection Program, you get annual inspections, follow-ups, and peace of mind knowing our pest management plan has your back.
2. Cockroaches
Cockroaches aren’t just gross. They’re a serious health hazard.
Common pests like the American cockroach, the Louisiana woods roach, and the notorious German cockroach thrive in dark, damp hiding spots like basements, crevices, and behind appliances.
They contaminate food sources and leave behind droppings that can aggravate asthma and allergies.
How to Address a Cockroach Infestation
Different species of roaches need different strategies. For German cockroaches, LaJaunie’s uses insect growth regulators and targeted baiting techniques.
Our professional cockroach control also works with you to eliminate attractants, like leftover crumbs and standing water, and close off entry points to prevent re-entry.
3. Bed Bugs
Bed bugs don’t care if your home is clean or cluttered.
They’ll move in wherever there are people. They’re often transported unknowingly through luggage, furniture, or clothing and can spread quickly throughout a house. These nocturnal bugs hide in mattresses, baseboards, and even outlets.
How to Address a Bed Bug Infestation
LaJaunie’s bed bug control offers a step-by-step treatment process, including sprays, dust applications, and a follow-up service using specialized equipment.
We also provide guidance on prepping your home before treatment to make sure we get every last one, including their eggs and larvae.
Whole-home treatments come with a 90-day guarantee.
4. Fire Ants
Fire ants are a constant nuisance across the South.
You’ll see their mounds pop up in lawns, near driveways, and even inside walls. Their bites are painful, and in some cases, dangerous.
Once you see one mound, odds are more are nearby, especially in areas with disturbed soil or near standing water.
How to Address a Fire Ant Infestation
LaJaunie’s Healthy Home Package includes fire ant control. We use granular bait and professional-grade treatments to get to the root of the colony.
Our exterminators will also inspect your property for food sources and water sources that could be encouraging other types of ants to settle in.
5. Fleas
If you’ve got pets, you’re likely familiar with fleas. These tiny pests spread fast and are known to take over entire homes, biting both animals and people.
They hide in carpet fibers, cracks in floors, and pet bedding. Once larvae hatch, you’ll see a full-blown infestation in no time.
How to Address a Flea Infestation
Our indoor and outdoor flea control treatments cover up to a half-acre and come with a two-week follow-up to wipe out any newly hatched fleas. Indoors, we treat baseboards, floors, and pet areas.
LaJaunie’s also provides a prep checklist for homeowners to follow before and after service to ensure the treatment sticks.
Other Bugs in Louisiana You Should Know About
Not every pest in Louisiana is one you’ll see often, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t dangerous or disruptive.
Brown recluse and black widow spiders prefer hiding spots like attics and sheds. Silverfish are drawn to bathrooms, basements, and anywhere with high humidity.
Carpet beetles love to snack on natural fibers, while critters like cicadas, caterpillars, and even dragonflies can become overwhelming in certain parts of the state.
These lesser-seen Louisiana insects often exploit small entry points around your home. They sneak in through open windows, poorly sealed doors, or cracks in foundations.
That’s why proper sealing and routine inspections are your best defense.
LaJaunie’s pest control services include full-home evaluations to uncover vulnerabilities you may not even notice.
Stop Pest Problems Before They Start
If you’re seeing bugs, whether it’s roaches, fleas, bed bugs, or something more exotic, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
At LaJaunie’s Pest Control, we offer fast, same-day service across southeastern Louisiana, including Bossier, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette. With our retreat guarantee, we come back if the bugs do.
Ready to kick pests out for good?
Get your free quote today and let our professional pest control team help you reclaim your home.
