Customer Reviews for Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait

We have had perfect results with this product for many years. You HAVE to understand HOW it works to be successful. Our process is as follows: 1. When ambient ground temp is 65 degrees (1st week of May typically), we broadcast 2 lbs per acre (looks like nothing, but it is sufficient), on a day when no rain is expected for at LEAST 3 days following. 2. Mound treat as needed through the summer. We are bordered by farm fields that are NOT treated, the edge of the field always need "help" and we can not treat their land. 3. Broadcast a second time in late September when no rain is expected and before a cold snap hits. Soil temperature is essential.

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114 of 118 people found this review helpful

A friend of mine from Texas recommended this product to me. I am allergic to Fire Ant toxins. When I sprinkle this stuff over the mound, the ants grab it quickly and take it down the ant hole. The mound and ants are gone by the next day.

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74 of 77 people found this review helpful

We were very pleased with the Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait we ordered September 14, 2008. We wish to go on record that this product REALLY works. We also were amazed at the quick receipt of the product.

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35 of 37 people found this review helpful

We bought 5 acres that had been ignored for some time with fire ants everywhere! Didn't know what a growth regulator was but thought I'd try this stuff since it was so highly rated. My next question, where'd the ants go? No more stinging dust clouds while mowing and the dog can play with the geese without getting bit. The negative...this stuff is so fine it is very very hard to spread thin enough to get the coverage rate recommended (I suggest you apply in stripes 20' apart instead of solid coverage and spot treat visible mounds in between,... or maybe mix with cornmeal to extend volume...haven't tried that yet so don't know) Oh yeah, read the directions, don't apply when its going to rain, not in cool weather (read dates on negative comments) and spot treat "around" the mound not "on" the mound. I'm sold and will use this again.

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24 of 25 people found this review helpful

Excellent in killing these pest...once and for all.....it works great....buy it you won't regret the purchase...as soon as you put it on the nest...the ants take it all down into their colony......food for the nest....this kills the queen.....no more ants....they will not move to a new area as they are dead!...it is GREAT and really does work!...we have even spread it on all our pastures for the cattle....works wonderful!

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21 of 22 people found this review helpful

We bought a new house and the backyard had a harvester ant colony with a couple nests. I ordered the 1lb jar, sprinkled some a couple inches away from the nest openings in the morning when they were active. As soon as I put it down they started bringing it back to the nest. At first it was only a couple ants foraging, but after a few minutes hundreds were grabbing it and taking it back. After the first day there was a noticeable decrease in activity in the colony, and I noticed numerous dead carcasses around the nest openings. After the 3rd day all activity had ceased and I haven't seen a harvester ant since. Very pleased!

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16 of 16 people found this review helpful

The product did exactly as it should. DMOPC continues to provide quality products at a great price, with exceptional service.

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14 of 16 people found this review helpful

If you follow the directions this stuff actually kills off the fire ant colony. Unlike other products you use very little and do not have to wet it in. It is by far the most effective fire ant killer that I have ever used in my 2 acre yard

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14 of 14 people found this review helpful

I dealt with ant problems many years ago and had your basic spraying exterminators come by, which didn't stop the problem at all. Then I found a great exterminator who used bait to sterilize the queen and therefore end the colony. So when I searched and searched for something to stop the hybrid red ants that were biting my (and my dogs') feet every time we were outside, I found Extinguish, and was very hopeful it would do the same. It did! This was so easy, the ants went for it right away and started dragging down their holes. Within a couple days they were gone!

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13 of 14 people found this review helpful

Works excellent for fire ants in Florida! I have tried others, but this is the best.

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9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I spread Extinguish Plus over 1 1/2 acres (by hand) but put extra around obvious mounds. There was no ant activity at any of the mounds after 2 days. Hopefully the entire colonies were affected. There are underground galleries that connect mounds (often in a straight line). I don't believe there are any spreaders that would be practical and accurate for spreading this type of bait at 1 1/2 lbs./acre, as that is a very small rate. I walk up and down the acreage and minimally dribble the bait (with vinyl gloves).

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9 of 9 people found this review helpful

In East Texas, fire ants are a year round problem. Extinguish is the most effective product that I have found to control these pests. It can be broadcast or used in bait stations. And, it is safe to use around pets

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9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I hate hate hate Fire Ants.... I love to watch them die...this stuff does just that...Killer stuff...love it! Usually apply early spring, summer and then maybe a little treat just before winter :~). Shipping was lightening fast and outstanding customer service.

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8 of 8 people found this review helpful

this stuff works great. I did follow the directions to the letter. I even put a potato chip out to make sure the ants were foraging for food. I also bought from Lowes a small battery powered spreader for 20 bucks with the setting on #3. I'll order this product again next spring. By the way, I live in upstate South Carolina. It takes about two weeks to see the best results.

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7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I used to have this product applied by a professional and this year, I decided to do it myself to save a little money. It works. There's nothing more to say about it. No fire ants on our ten acres.

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6 of 7 people found this review helpful

I have been using Extinguish Plus for about 4-5 years now & if I remember to apply it twice a year, it works great. If I go more than +/- 9 months without doing it, I start seeing a few mounds. But no worries, one quick application & the ants are gone again within a few days & stay gone for 7-9 months.

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

you must follow directions! i did not use "potato chip method". i observed mound in to see if ants were moving. even when ants are still digging, not necessarily feeding, they will take this into mound. it will take about 15 minutes but some "sucker ant" will succumb and take a granule to mamma. of course if they are feeding they will take it faster. kinda reminds me of watching my "ant farm" as a kid, remember those? do NOT put down if rain is expected !!!!!

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5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Our entire yard was full of fire ant nests. I bought this off of the positive reviews. As the instructions say to do, I waited until the fall which is late October for us in Florida. When I saw the ants coming out of the sand mounds I knew it was the right time to "feed" them. I patiently waited until the next Sunday so the ground would be damp from the sprinklers the previous night. I used a hand spreader that I'd washed out 3 weeks prior to remove all scent of the weed and feed I normally use it for. No exaggeration, the ants rushed out of the mounds to gather these granules as soon as they hit the ground. I was shocked so see dozens of ants carrying granules back into their nests. After 5 full days, I checked the front yard and there are no active nests. I'll check the back and side yards tomorrow. If you've ever been bitten or stung by a fire ant you'll agree this stuff is worth every penny to control them for even a year.

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What a great story! Thank you for your comments and your business!

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5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Been using 2x annually for several years. Makes a dramatic impact on ant populations. Remember it is a "food bait", once opened apply pretty quickly. Also do not use under wet weather conditions.

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5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Great product, excellent service.

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4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Does what they say it will do. Slowly get the ants out of your yard.

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Been fighting fire ants all summer with little or no success using Spectracide. Extinguish Plus has worked in one application. Mounds are inactive and no recurrance in last two weeks. So far so good.

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Sprinkle around mounds gone the next day great product. Customer service is also GREAT...

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I broadcast this at 2 lb/acre over my 4 acres, once or twice a year, and it has eliminated 90-95% of my fire ants, and I had previously had 75-100 mounds on my property. It takes a few weeks to work. After the mounds are dead I level them, which helps me to identify any new mounds. Only a few new mounds pop up throughout the year, and I spot treat them. I live in North Alabama. I rolled the bag tightly and clamped it and it has kept without spoiling for 2-3 years, which is how long the 25 lb bag lasts me.

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

This stuff works. On 25 acres in East Texas. Put it around mounds, ant eat it like candy, ants die. don't come back. It works

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have been using Extinguish Plus for the last 4 years. It works very well and knocks the fire ants back for most of the season. Always purchased through DoMyOwn. Always the best deal and delivery has always been prompt.

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Bought this to help with ants invading my vegetable garden, particularly the okra. I have raised beds inside of a fenced area. Put the bait on the outside of the fenced area and around the outside of each raised bed. Worked great. Haven't seen ants in days.

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Bought this to treat what I thought were Fire Ants but after more research, I determined they were Harvester Red Ants. Either way, they had sent my dog to the vet with some nasty swollen paws, and me home with a nice vet bill. I spot treated individual ant holes as I discovered them over a 1 acre pasture. I sprinkled this stuff around the holes and they went nuts carrying it back to their nest. Within a few day to a week, not a living ant to be found. It's been about a month now and still no sign of ants. I'm very pleased with this product. Follow instructions and hopefully you will as well.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I applied as directed by instructions to my lawn and the next day it looked like a ghost town. I did not see any ants. I'm happy!

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I love Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. It is worth the money. When I lived on 2.6 acres I spread it two years in a row and didn't have fire ants year 3. Now I live on 40 acres with 10 acres of pasture. Right now I have to top dress the mounds and it works well that way too. I like spreading it better. Just follow the directions.

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful