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  • Asked by Benny from Chula Vista Ca91910
    05/03/2012
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    What diameter of holes do I drill in every 6 inches to inject boracare? And Boracare will be mixed with water?
    A

    You should drill whatever size hole you need based on what you have available to inject the Bora-care with.  Typically if you have an injection piece of equipment, 1/4 inch or 1/8 inch holes are used.  Please see this technical bulletin from the manufacturers of Bora-Care that explains about drilling and injecting into wood.  See page 5 and it will give specifics about the drill pattern, etc. 

    Bora-Care Remedial Technical Bulletin

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  • Asked by Bill from Beckley, Wv
    06/25/2013
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    Can I use Boracare to treat powder post beetles in a 3 year old pressure treated fence?
    Since the bugs are drilling does this mean the pressure treatment has worn off and I can use Boracare? It is not stained or painted.
    A

    Yes, you can apply Bora-Care to pressure treated wood as long as there is not any kind of paint, stain, or water sealant already on the wood. Be sure you apply Boracare at a 1:1 diluation ratio with water for active insect infestations. You should then apply a water sealant to the wood after the Boracare has dried for best results.

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  • Asked by Clark from Reynolds Georgia
    07/23/2013
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    When do you treat rough cut lumber with boracare? Imediately after logs are sawed, or after the drying stage?
    I am building a barn, and I am having the wood cut from trees off of my property. The wood will be cut in the upcoming weeks, then stacked under the lean-to section of the barn to dry. Do I need to spray boracare on the wood as it is stacked? Wait until it dries out then spray? or wait until I put it on the side of the barn then apply boracare. Any help is greatly appreciated.
    A
    You can apply Boracare to the wood at any of the stages described. You can paint it, spray it, or foam it on the raw dead wood.
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  • Asked by Robert from Mount Olive, Al
    08/16/2013
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    If I use Bora-Care for PPB in a unfinished shop what safety precautions should I use? Will it damage concrete?
    A

    Bora-Care is a very safe product and it is considered a green product as well.  Typically, it takes about an hour for the surface of the wood to dry.  After the application has dried completely, it should be perfectly fine for children and pets to re-enter the house.  Bora-Care is a wood treatment product only and should have no effect on concrete.  If you are looking for peace-of-mind and protection when applying professional pest control products, then the Basic Safety Kit is for you

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  • Asked by Walter from Memphis,tn
    08/23/2013
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    can i spray boracae on top of timbor?
    I want to use Timbor for termites, then spray Boracare with mold block on top .Which should I spray first? Will spraying Boracare on top of Timbor make the Timbor penetrate deeper, or stop the Boracare from penetrating? Will spraying Timbor on top of Boracare stop the mold block from working?
    A
    In most cases you can completely skip using the Timbor and just use the Boracare with Moldcare. Do you have current termite activity?
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  • Asked by Robert from Brattleboro Vt.
    08/28/2013
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    I have powder post beetles on loose wood (sticked up in the woods). Do I need to treat both sides of the wood
    d or just the side with the holes ?
    A
    We do recommend that you treat both sides of the lumber with the Bora-Care and that you leave it unstacked for at least 72 hours to allow it to dry for best results.
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  • Asked by Adriana from Los Angeles
    03/21/2014
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    What is the best product for new wood to protect from termites?
    Recommendation for treating new wood studs in remodel - framing is up and would like to protect new studs from termites.
    A
    Boracare is the best wood treatment product on the market. It can be used at a 5:1 ratio for preventative treatment and will last for the life of the wood. 
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  • Asked by Dale from West Point, Ne
    05/01/2014
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    Can Boracare be used to pre-treat the foundation of new construction & at what concentration?
    This would be done before any wood framing.
    A
    Boracare would work great as a pre treatment for wood you are using. To pre treat the soil you are laying the foundation on, we recommend using Termidor SC. You want to dilute .8 fl oz Termidor per gallon water. Apply one gallon diluted solution per 10 sq feet.
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  • Asked by Andy
    08/19/2014
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    Can BORACARE be used full strength to penetrate better or is dilution required?
    A

    Boracare does need to be diluted depending on what you are intending to use the product for. For an active infestation of a wood destroying insect, you will use 1 gallon of hot water with 1 gallon of Boracare. The percentage of active ingredient is 23% in that dilution.

    2:1 parts water to Boracare – 16% - foaming or misting application for termites or carpenter ants; hardwood floors for some wood-infesting beetles

    3:1 parts water to Boracare – 13% - remedial control of Fungi and Algae on wood less than 4 inches thick

    5:1 parts water to Boracare – 9% - most preventative or pre-construction treatments.

    Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Long from Winnetka,ca
    08/23/2014
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    Will Boracare cause mold?
    Should I get boracare with boracare mold control?
    A
    Boracare will not cause mold and the Boracare with Mold Care is only needed if you are trying to treat for mold that is currently there or to help prevent it in an area like a crawl space that has a moisture problem. 
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  • Asked by David from Kaneohe Hawaii
    08/26/2014
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    Can you ship Bora-Care to Hawaii, and how much would it cost?
    I have dry wood termites in cabinets in some hard to reach places. I have tried Term-Out, and it does not work.
    A
    Yes, Boracare can be shipped to HI. For exact shipping costs, we would recommend calling and speaking to one of our representatives. The phone number is 866-581-7378. Our business hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST. They will need to know the exact quantity you are ordering and your shipping zip code. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Richard from Sonoma, Ca 95476
    11/06/2014
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    How do I exterminate powder post beetles?
    I am remodeling a bathroom, and I found powder post beetle residue behind shower stall.
    A
    For powder post beetles, we would recommend using Boracare. The wood you are applying this product to must be untreated, meaning no sealants. You will use 1 gallon of Boracare with 1 gallon of hot water. You can either spray the wood or paint it on. Once the product is dry, you can apply any type of sealants to the wood.
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  • Asked by Jerry from Fayetteville, N.c.
    03/07/2015
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    If a house is showing termite infestation, will Boracare rid my house of termites?
    termites activity has been seen in the house. This is a different house of which my first question was pertaining to.
    A
    Boracare will treat for drywood termites. First, we want to make sure these are drywood termites. Most folks will have a PCO come out and make an ID no charge. Once this termite species has been identified we can make the best recommendation for you.
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  • Asked by Tristan from Bay Area, Ca
    04/08/2015
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    Will Bora-Care work on Ipe wood?
    My new Ipe deck has some kind of wood borer. The top is finished with Ipe Oil. The bottom is unfinished. I could spray the underside. The boards are only 3/4" thick, but Ipe is very dense. Do you know of anyone that has tried it on hardwood?
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    Bora-Care should be applied only on raw, natural wood with no finishes (stain, paint, sealant, varnish, etc). Bora-Care cannot penetrate into sealed or finished wood. After wood has been treated with Bora-Care, you can paint, stain or seal the wood with no problems. We recommend waiting at least 3 days before sealing (but not longer than 6 weeks). Outdoor wood should be sealed after application of the product.
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  • Asked by Lawrence from Freeland
    05/04/2015
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    Will Boracare application prior to staining be effective for powder post beetles?
    I have cleaned fir siding down to bare wood surface. I am now planning on applying TWP 1500 series stain.
    A
    Yes, you may stain wood that has been treated with BoraCare. You should allow areas treated with BoraCare to dry for 24-48 hours before touching or painting them. 
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  • Asked by Chris
    05/06/2015
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    Powder Post Beetle Active Infestation
    I'm reasonable sure that the infestation is powder post beetles and have sent two beetles to an entomologist for identification. In the mean time, what should I do to control them? I have suspend, bifen and taurus on hand. Could I inject any of these into the holes, let it dry, plug the holes, and then apply a light localized spray? I bought and installed the #2 grade 3/4 unfinished walnut plank (or strip) flooring from a salvage store about three years ago. The flooring was labeled and I was able to identify the NW Pacific manufacturer, which has since gone out of business. My house is on a slab, but has 2x10 floor joists. The subfloor is 3/4 plywood. Roof tar paper was used between the subfloor and the hardwood. The floor was sanded, stained, and top coated with 3 layers. The infestation is limited to lighter colored boards (sapwood?) and maybe a few exit holes in the darker (heartwood?) boards.There is currently fras around exit holes in three boards, and 2 to 3 fras covered holes each day. I might have seen fras the previous spring, but didn't think anything about it because I was installing tile during that time. One board has a few dozen exit holes, while the other boards have only a handful.
    A
    Boracare is the best treatment option for any type of wood destroying insect including powder post beetles. However, no matter how new or old the wood is Boracare can only be used on wood in its raw natural state. If the wood has any type of stain or finish on them you would need to either sand it off and apply Boracare and re-stain it, or drill holes periodically through the areas where you have activity and inject Boracare into the center of the wood. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Chad from Guerneville, Ca
    07/22/2015
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    Does Boracare work on different species of wood boring beetles?
    Does Boracare work on all of the following wood boring beetle species, old world lyctus beetle southern lyctus beetle western lyctus beetle Pacific deathwatch beetle black Polycaon leadcable borer. Also, does the product need to be applied to the area of infestation only, or does one need to apply to surrounding areas to stop any spreading?
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    Boracare is labeled for the follwoing types of beetles, Old House Borers, Longhorn Beetles and Ambrosia Beetles, Anobiid and Lyctid Powderpost Beetles.  It is best to apply to the entire piece of wood and surrounding raw wood to treat current infestations and protect from future infestations.

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  • Asked by Robert
    06/11/2010
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    Can I use Boracare on logs that have already been stained?
    I have a 9 year old Douglas Fir log home near Albany, NY and started noticing small flying insects boring many small round holes on all sides of the house. The logs have only been stained and not UV or water repellent treated yet so I'm hoping Boracare can be spayed now to soak in past the stain and then once dried I'll apply a special log wood sealant...
    A
    Unfortunately BoraCare will not penetrate through stain either.  You would have to sand the surface stain off of the wood, pressure wash it off, or drill holes into the infested area and inject Bora-Care into the center of the wood.  Those would be the only options. 
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  • Asked by Murdock
    10/08/2010
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    Does Bora-Care have any effect on 3m 5200 caulk's holding power?
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    Bora-Care should have no effects on caulking as long as you allow plenty of time for the Bora-Care to dry thoroughly before applying the caulk which is usually 24 hours.
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  • Asked by Susan
    03/19/2011
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    Can Bora-Care be used on painted furniture?
    A
    No. Bora-Care can only be used on unfinished or stripped furniture.
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