Ant bait gel such as Advion Ant Bait Gel will be most attractive for about the first 2 weeks, but up to one month. You should reapply gel as long as you see ants in the area that are consuming the bait. Older bait still has active ingredient that works, but the food attractants will begin to get stale and less attractive over time.
The contents of the Indoor Carpenter Ant Bait Kit would pose no harm when applied as directed and does not release any vapors of fumes. The kit contains bait plate stations that have 2 compartments and a plastic lid that snaps on top of the station. These stations allow you to offer Advion Gel Ant Bait and Advance Carpenter Ant Bait simotaneously for better acceptance and meeting the dietary needs of the colony. Otherwise, these bait should be applied to cracks and crevices inaccessible to pets.
Pleae view our Ant Treatment Guide for more information and tips.