Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control
Florida Termite Help
Welcome to the Termite Help page of the Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control. On this page, you will find information and links to other sites with information regarding termites, control of termites, and your rights as a termite protection customer.
The Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control is a unit of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The Bureau's Pest Control Section regulates and licenses the pest control industry under the authority of the Structural Pest Control Act, Chapter 482, Florida Statutes and the Associated Rules of the Department, Chapter 5E-14, Florida Administrative Code.
Please be aware that the Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control has no authority to arbitrate any claims for personal or property damage or to adjudicate settlements. Any investigations conducted are done to determine if documented violations of Chapter 482, Chapter 5E-14, or FIFRA have occurred. Documented violations are subject to administrative action in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.Hot Topics
Filing a Complaint - The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control is authorized by law to investigate any violations of the Structural Pest Control Act, Chapter 482, Florida Statutes, and/or the associated Rules, Chapter 5E-14, Florida Administrative Code.
- Bronson Urges Homeowners to Protect Their Investment As Termite Season Gets Under Way
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- Bronson Urges Consumers to Protect Against All Types of Termites
- Bronson Warns Consumers to Check Out Pest Control Companies
- Termiticides Registered for Preventive Treatment of New Construction (pdf)
In order to initiate an investigation, you must complete and return a complaint form DACS-13621 (pdf). To avoid any delays, please return your completed complaint form directly to your local inspector.
You may also contact the Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control, 1203 Governors Square Boulevard, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida 32301, telephone (850) 921-4177 for further assistance.Consumer Publication Page - Please select the publication you desire. Copies of these publications are available by mail upon request. If writing, please provide your name, mailing address and the name of the publication you are requesting within your correspondence and mail to the Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control, 1203 Governors Square Boulevard, Suite 300, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301. Or you can call, (850) 921-4177 and place your order directly. Please allow 3-4 weeks for processing your request.
Termite Protection for Homeowners (pdf) [electronic brochure]
Consumer Service Aid for the Homeowner and Buyer relating to Termites and Other Wood-Infesting Pests (pdf)
Proper Pre-Construction Termite Treatments -- A Guide for Residential Homeowners (pdf)
What You Need to Know about Subterranean Termites, Home Construction and Liability (pdf)
Protecting Yourself and Your Property Against Subterranean Termites (pdf)
Consumer Tips on Purchasing Pest Control Services (presently, available by mail only)
General Termite Information - Basic Biology Sites (with some limited control methods and tips):
- Ohio State
- University of Nebraska
- University of Florida - IFAS
Control Methods:
- Univ of Florida - IFAS - Ft. Lauderdale Research - Baits
- Univ of Florida - IFAS - Ft. Lauderdale Research - Baits
- Univ of Florida - IFAS - Ft. Lauderdale Research - Weighing All the Options for Drywood Termite Control
(Seen a good site? E-mail us the URL and we'll try to incorporate your suggestion after it's been reviewed.)
Links
- University of Florida - IFAS (Basic Biology)
- Ohio State
- University of Nebraska
- Florida Building Code Information
- DACS Form 13645 - WDO Form (pdf)
- Understanding Wood Destroying Organisms Report (pdf)
