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Asked by K.

01/24/2010

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What is the shelf life of Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel?
I am using some of this Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel. I was given about a year or a year and a half ago. I am wondering if it is still powerful and does it expire?

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The Maxforce line of Roach and Ant Gels can be stored for up to two years at room temperature if they are unopened. Once the Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel is opened, it needs to be used within 1 year. After 1 year, the gel will become stale and ineffective.

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Asked by Don from Ringgold, Ga

02/07/2014

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We have what I think are pavement ants, very dark color and about 1/8 in. long.
We are seeing very small ants in our kitchen, on the counters and the floor. For the last several months we have had a local pest control company come spray the interior of the house each month, but we continue to see these small black ants. What is best way to treat this infestation -- we have no idea where they are getting into the house or if they are nesting somewhere in the house (or crawl space beneath the house.)

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For complete ant control we would recommend a 2 part treatment plan. The first is to apply both a sugar based bait like Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel along with a protein based bait like Advance 375A Select Ant Bait Granules inside where ant activity is most prevelant. It is very important to use protein…
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For complete ant control we would recommend a 2 part treatment plan. The first is to apply both a sugar based bait like Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel along with a protein based bait like Advance 375A Select Ant Bait Granules inside where ant activity is most prevelant. It is very important to use protein and sugar baits because ants are moody eaters and will forage after a specific nutrient based on what they are lacking nutritionally. If you only use one or the other then bait acceptance may take longer than normal because you would have to wait for their dietary requirements to change. Secondly, we recommend performing an outdoor perimeter treatment with a non repellant like Termidor. Chances are that the ants in your house actually have their nest outside where they travel back and forth for food and water. So, since they live outside, it makes sense to control them there. Termidor SC can be applied above ground to the exterior foundation walls of your house, creating a treated area of protection for excellent ant control. Termidor is unique because ants not directly exposed to the Termidor-treated area will be controlled as they come into contact with affected ants. This Transfer Effect means you'll see its effects on ants in one to three days, and most species will be controlled within the first week following the treatment.

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Asked by Mike

03/22/2010

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What ingredients are in the MaxForce FC Ant Bait Gel?

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Many of the MaxForce products, including the MaxForce FC Ant Gel, use Fipronil as the active ingredient. Fipronil is a very safe, highly effective active ingredient used in many of our best selling products on our website.

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Asked by Marcus from Chicago

05/02/2013

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Is Maxforce Fc Ant Bait Gel safe around Cats and Dogs?

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When used as directed on the product label Maxforce FC Ant bait should not pose any problems for your pets. You should apply small dabs of gel directly into cracks and crevices that are inaccessible to your animals.

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Asked by Jennifer from Manhattan, Il

06/17/2016

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What is the difference between Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel?
I see they have the same active ingredient & active ingredient percentage.

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Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel has a different bait matrix specifically targeting that species. The Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel is great for other ant species. They do carry the same active ingredient Fipronil (which is also the same percentage). It is the attractants that are different.

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Asked by John

04/16/2010

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Does Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel come with a plunger or something to push the gel out of the cartridge?

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Yes. Every order of bait gel comes with one reusable plunger to advance the gel out of the syringe. Additional plungers can be purchase on our site in bags of 12.

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Asked by Brian from New Braunfels, Tx

12/02/2012

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Can I buy just one tube?
I don't think I need 4 tubes.

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait gel only comes in boxes of 4 tubes from the manufacturer. We apologize for any inconvenience!

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Asked by Jo from Albuquerque

12/14/2014

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Getting rid of ants using Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and baits?
I put the gel baits out and the ants just keep coming. It's been two days and there are more ants swarming around the gel. I noticed that there are dead ants mixed in with the live ones but they never leave all together. How long does it take for baits to work?

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You should be seeing fewer ants within 3-5 days. Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel provides for the sugar feeding needs of ants. If the ants are foraging for protein as well, it is recommended that a protein-based bait be used in conjunction with the gel bait such as Advance 375A Select Granular Ant Bait.…
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You should be seeing fewer ants within 3-5 days. Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel provides for the sugar feeding needs of ants. If the ants are foraging for protein as well, it is recommended that a protein-based bait be used in conjunction with the gel bait such as Advance 375A Select Granular Ant Bait. The Maxforce FC Ant Bait will remain effective for up to 2 weeks. Chances are that the ants in your house actually have their nest outside where they travel back and forth for food and water. So, since they live outside, it makes sense to control them there. Termidor SC can be applied above ground to the exterior foundation walls of your house, creating a treated area of protection for excellent ant control. Termidor is unique because ants not directly exposed to the Termidor-treated area will be controlled as they come into contact with affected ants. This Transfer Effect means you'll see its effects on ants in one to three days, and most species will be controlled within the first week following the treatment. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

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Asked by Penny from Richmond , Va

04/27/2015

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Can I place ant bait in my cabinets with my box and can foods?
I have three children and they are always in the cabinets getting food to eat. Is the ant bait poisonous or should I leave it there? The bait was placed in the back of the cabinet on the shelf.

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel can be applied into the cabinets to the cracks and crevices. It should be re-applied once every two weeks (clean up old bait and apply new). It will not harm the food that is in containers or boxes or if your children do not touch the areas that have been treated. The bait g…
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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel can be applied into the cabinets to the cracks and crevices. It should be re-applied once every two weeks (clean up old bait and apply new). It will not harm the food that is in containers or boxes or if your children do not touch the areas that have been treated. The bait gel only has enough poison to harm the targeted insect.

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Asked by Kim from Alamo

06/08/2015

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Is the Maxforce FC ant killer effictive against Carpenter Ants?
I read the labels on both the FC and Carpenter Ant baits, and it looks like they contain the same active ingredient as well as a high moisture content. Please explain the difference.

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The Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait contains a slightly different bait matrix that is designed to be especiaily attractive to Carpenter Ants. Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel is not labeled for Carpenter Ant control, so we cannot be certain that your carpenter ants would be attracted to it.

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Asked by Rob from Staten Island

05/30/2019

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What's the difference between MaxForce Quantum and MaxForce FC ant bait?

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They each contain different active ingredients and bait matrix. Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel contains Fipronil while Maxforce Quantum contains Imidacloprid. Maxforce Quantum can also be mixed with water and applied as a liquid bait.

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Asked by Rana from Lebanon

06/06/2018

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How long is Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel effective after it has been applied to the electrical outlets?

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The Maxforce FC Ant Bait will remain effective for up to 2 weeks. Bait that is not consumed after 2 weeks should be cleaned up and reapplied.

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Asked by Jill from Tacoma, Wa

03/24/2016

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What is the concentration of the Fipronil in Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel? 0.0001%?

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel contains 0.001% Fipronil per the product label.

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Asked by Vance from Arab, Al 35016

09/30/2015

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Can I use Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel rather than Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel?
Carpenter Ant Control. I get more for my money and I have a large deck and carport to treat. Both have 0.001 % Fipronil.

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel VS. Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel, they both have the same active ingredient. so what is the difference between the two? The Maxforce FC Carpenter Ant Bait Gel has a different bait matrix than the Maxforce FC Ant bait gel to make it more appealing to carpenter ants. The m…
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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel VS. Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel, they both have the same active ingredient. so what is the difference between the two? The Maxforce FC Carpenter Ant Bait Gel has a different bait matrix than the Maxforce FC Ant bait gel to make it more appealing to carpenter ants. The manufacturer felt it was necessary to make a separate product specifically for carpenter ants because this species of ant can be so picky. See more at: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/carpenter-ants-identification-guide-a-464.html

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Asked by Jw from Martinsburg

10/14/2013

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How many bait stations will four tubes of Maxforce Ant Bait Gel fill? How often do they need to be refilled?

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In most cases you are not actually filling up a station with the gel. You will put a few drops in each station and replenish the stations as needed. How often you need to replenish the bait will depend on how large the ant population is in the treated area.

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Asked by Me from Houston, Texas

10/18/2015

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Will Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel get rid of Crazy Ants in my house? I am in SE Texas.
I have already sprayed the perimeter of my house with Taurus SC. I'm looking for something to use inside my house.

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Advion Ant Bait gel would be a better choice as it is specifically labeled for crazy ants.

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Asked by Jesse from Idaho

05/05/2015

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Will Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel kill off carpenter ants?
I live in rural Idaho and we have millions of carpenter ants. I'll probably kill 17+ of the big soldier ants a day any other ant killers have been ineffective in the past.

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel is not labeled for carpenter ants. We recommend that you apply the products in our Carpenter Ant Kit #2. This will be more effective for this specific species. Carpenter Ant Control

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Asked by Forrest from Fern Park, Fl

07/26/2017

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Can I empty the Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel into the needle-like injector I bought, rather than buy another injector?

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Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel already comes in an applicator tube with a plunger, so you would apply it almost like a hypodermic needle. It is not necessary to put it into a different type of container to apply.

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Asked by Ellen from Orlando, Fl

07/24/2018

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Since Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and Maxforce FC Roach Bait Gel both contain fipronil, can they be used interchangeably?
Can I use Maxforce for ants to kill roaches?

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While ?Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and Maxforce FC Roach Bait gel both contain the active ingredient of Fipronil, the food grade additives are different. Roaches and ants have different palates so the additives are geared specificially with each pest in mind.

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Asked by Virginia from Ks

09/10/2018

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What is the difference between Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and Maxforce Ant Bait Gel?

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We apologize but only carry the Maxforce FC Ant Bait Gel and are not aware of another without the FC in the name.

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