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Asked by John from Blanchard, Ok

04/26/2023

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What is the difference between Navigator SC, Taurus SC, and Termidor SC?
Is Navigator SC as effective at Termite and Ant control as Termidor SC?

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide and Taurus SC are both basically generic versions of Termidor SC which is the top Fipronil product on the market. They have the same active ingredient so are comparable when applied as directed.

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Asked by Cheryl from Queen Creek, Arizona

01/17/2024

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Does Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide soak into dirt to kill nests?
We see little dirt trails going up under our house so we know nests are under ground. How will we know if this product will work for us as companies dig a ditch and apply a killing chemical.

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When Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is applied via a trench, it bonds with the soil leaving a 10 year residual. When termites come across treated soil they will take the residual back with them & spread it on to others. If you simply pour it on the ground, it will not soak into the soil. It …
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When Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is applied via a trench, it bonds with the soil leaving a 10 year residual. When termites come across treated soil they will take the residual back with them & spread it on to others. If you simply pour it on the ground, it will not soak into the soil. It cannot be used to treat nests out in the yard. We have a step by step guide that will walk you through how to do your own termite trenching treatment just like the Pros.

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Asked by Ken from Chandler, Az

12/31/2022

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32 oz for 4 gallons of water and that covers 10'? Is this accurate for Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide?

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No, Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is mixed at the rate of 0.8 fl oz per gallon so rate is 3.2 fl oz per 4 gallons of water to treat 10 linear feet of trench per the product label.

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Asked by Gary from Milledgeville Il

10/01/2024

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What is the mixing ratio for Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide?

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For most projects Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is mixed at .8 oz per gallon. However if you are just doing a perimeter spray you can spray it at either 0.4-0.8 fl oz per gallon. Twice at the 0.8 oz./gal rate & 4 times at the 0.4 oz. per gallon rate per year as a perimeter application. Pleas…
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For most projects Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is mixed at .8 oz per gallon. However if you are just doing a perimeter spray you can spray it at either 0.4-0.8 fl oz per gallon. Twice at the 0.8 oz./gal rate & 4 times at the 0.4 oz. per gallon rate per year as a perimeter application. Please refer to the product label for complete instructions on your target pest/application.

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Asked by Ron from Seattle

04/08/2024

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I have carpenter ants around my deck, will spraying Navigator SC on my deck be effective against them?

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Yes, Navigator SC will be effective on carpenter ants. You can only spray 12 inches out from the foundation along the edge, you would not apply all over a deck.

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Asked by Ramon

06/06/2022

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Will Navigator SC protect for 10 years like Termidor SC?

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Yes, Navigator SC Termiticide / Insecticide will protect just as long as Termidor SC. They have the same active & same percentage,

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Asked by Woods from Union Bridge, Md

05/28/2024

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Can Navigator SC be sprayed on ground surfaces over a campsite that will not occupied for 2 weeks?

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No, perimeter applications of Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide cannot be made to an open area. Only directly to structurers & no further than 1-2 feet out on the ground. With the exception of CA residents, where it is only 6 inches up & out

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Asked by Darlene from Kingman, Arizona

08/07/2023

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Is Navigator SC Termiticide a spray product? I live in the mountains of Arizona and would take a jackhammer
Can't dig trenches through rock. Is this a spray termiticide?

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When spraying outdoors around the foundation Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide can last up to 4-6 months and then will need to be reapplied and is only for treating general pests like ants, roaches etc. You can apply Navigator SC as a perimeter spray up to 4 times per year: Twice at the 0.8 oz…
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When spraying outdoors around the foundation Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide can last up to 4-6 months and then will need to be reapplied and is only for treating general pests like ants, roaches etc. You can apply Navigator SC as a perimeter spray up to 4 times per year: Twice at the 0.8 oz./gal rate; 4 times at the 0.4 oz. per gallon rate; or 3 times, spraying once at the 0.8 oz. rate and twice at the 0.4 oz. rate.For termite prevention it must be applied in a trench in the soil adjacent to the structure. We have a step by step guide that will walk you through how to do your own termite trenching treatment. Spraying on the surface is not effective for termites as they are inches below the soil when they are foraging and do not contact the direct surface.

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Asked by Cindy from Houston, Texas

06/17/2023

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Will Navigator SC kill plants around the house? Also should it be sprayed at the base of trees?

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide will not damage any ornamental plants as it binds with the soil. If there are termites inside the tree, Navigator states you should drill a hole into the tree & apply the product directly where the carton nest is. It cannot be used in the trenching method around …
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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide will not damage any ornamental plants as it binds with the soil. If there are termites inside the tree, Navigator states you should drill a hole into the tree & apply the product directly where the carton nest is. It cannot be used in the trenching method around the base of a tree nor sprayed around the base of the tree.

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Asked by Robert

09/08/2025

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is navigator sc good for eliminating yellow jackets
IF not what should I use?

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is labeled for yellow jackets, but keep in mind it isn't a knockdown agent, meaning it will kill the yellow jackets eventually once they come in contact with the treated area.

If you are unsure of where the nest is, have you tried looking outside in th

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is labeled for yellow jackets, but keep in mind it isn't a knockdown agent, meaning it will kill the yellow jackets eventually once they come in contact with the treated area.

If you are unsure of where the nest is, have you tried looking outside in the morning or early afternoon? This is when yellow jackets are most active, and chances are you can see where they are going into your home, which usually would be under some siding or through a small opening in brick or around a window. If you can locate their entry point, then it is an easy fix. Early in the morning or late at night, when the yellow jackets are not flying around and not active, you can apply Tempo Dust into the opening using a hand duster. If you can locate the entry point, then this treatment will usually kill all of the yellow jackets within 24 hours. Once there is no more activity, you want to be sure to close the opening with caulk or some other method so future yellow jackets do not try to use the same entry point.
Please review our How To Get Rid of Yellow Jackets article.

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Asked by Phil from Rutledge Tennessee

07/27/2024

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Will this work on house with basement built on slope? Foundation is 10 ft deep in the back of home.

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Yes, Navigator SC Termiticide can be used to treat the soil around the foundation of a structure including those with a full or partial basement of a home. There are specific use instructions on the Product Label that go over basements, block walls, stepped trenching, and backfill methods for proper…
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Yes, Navigator SC Termiticide can be used to treat the soil around the foundation of a structure including those with a full or partial basement of a home. There are specific use instructions on the Product Label that go over basements, block walls, stepped trenching, and backfill methods for properties on slopes or with unique foundational components to treat around.

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Asked by Joshua from Denver, Pa

06/18/2024

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I have a deck off the back of my house. Do I need to trench with Navigator SC under the deck or just go around it?
The deck is low. Maybe 2 feet off the ground. Will the Navigator SC be good if I just go around the deck?

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The soil trench with Navigator SC needs to be under the deck against the foundation, not around the deck itself. Some wood may need to be removed to access the area and replaced back. You can trench around any posts as well.

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Asked by Skinny from North Florida

05/06/2024

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Can Navigator SC be applied to turf for mole cricket control?
Looks like it is the same ingredient as in Bayer Chipco but a lot less expensive. Can dogs be on the turf once dry?

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is not labeled for mole crickets nor for use in lawns, it is limited to applications adjacent to the foundation only. Talstar P would be a better option for mole crickets in the lawn when used as directed on the label.

Products with the same active ingred

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is not labeled for mole crickets nor for use in lawns, it is limited to applications adjacent to the foundation only. Talstar P would be a better option for mole crickets in the lawn when used as directed on the label.

Products with the same active ingredient are not always designed/labeled for the same uses. Bayer Chipco is also a restricted use product that is only available to licensed professionals.

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Asked by Ted from Palm Bay Fl

09/21/2023

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We have our well about 40 ft from our house, is it safe to apply Navigator SC without contaminating our drinking water?

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You can use Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide if you have a well, though you cannot apply it within 5 feet of any well or cistern or in a way that would contaminate a well. Soil between 5 and 10 feet from a well or cistern must be treated by the backfill method only. Please refer to page 11 of th…
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You can use Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide if you have a well, though you cannot apply it within 5 feet of any well or cistern or in a way that would contaminate a well. Soil between 5 and 10 feet from a well or cistern must be treated by the backfill method only. Please refer to page 11 of the product label here for more details.

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Asked by Jimmy from Jacksonville Nc

07/22/2023

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Is Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide good for fleas?

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No, Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is not labeled for fleas nor can it be used out in the lawn. It is only labeled to be used adjacent to structures for the listed general insects and termite treatments/prevention. You may consider using our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit instead for outdoor flea…
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No, Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide is not labeled for fleas nor can it be used out in the lawn. It is only labeled to be used adjacent to structures for the listed general insects and termite treatments/prevention. You may consider using our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit instead for outdoor flea treatments.

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Asked by James from Nyc

08/20/2022

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Can Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide be mixed with an IGR?

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The label for Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide does not mention anything about tank mixing with other products including with an IGR. While IGRs are labeled to be mixed with other insecticides, this product is a non-repellent and insects do not know they are coming in contact with it and wou…
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The label for Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide does not mention anything about tank mixing with other products including with an IGR. While IGRs are labeled to be mixed with other insecticides, this product is a non-repellent and insects do not know they are coming in contact with it and would not be recommended to tank mix with other products. This is how it is spread throughout the colony.

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Asked by Lexi from St.petersburg

08/14/2022

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Would Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide be a good choice for the crawl space under our home?

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Yes, Navigator SC can be used to make a trench treatment in the crawl space around any pillars/piers for prevention and around the inside wall if you have an active infestation. It should also be applied around the outside perimeter of the home for protection.  Please read the product label for …
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Yes, Navigator SC can be used to make a trench treatment in the crawl space around any pillars/piers for prevention and around the inside wall if you have an active infestation. It should also be applied around the outside perimeter of the home for protection.  Please read the product label for complete application instructions. We also have a step by step guide that will walk you through how to do your own termite trenching treatment.

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Asked by Chester from Tucson Az

08/03/2022

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Does Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide work on leaf cutter ants?

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Although Navigator SC can be used only around the outside perimeter of the home and can help with some ants, it is not labeled to help with leaf cutter ants. Leaf cutter ants can be a difficult pest to get rid of. The colonies are large and these ants make their own food so poison baits only have…
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Although Navigator SC can be used only around the outside perimeter of the home and can help with some ants, it is not labeled to help with leaf cutter ants. Leaf cutter ants can be a difficult pest to get rid of. The colonies are large and these ants make their own food so poison baits only have limited effects on this species of ants. According to several university websites, Maxforce Complete Granules containing hydramethlynon are some what effective, though they will usually eliminate only about 30% of a large colony in one treatment and will need to be reapplied several times. DeltaGard Granules is one of the only products actually labeled for leaf cutter ants. The product label recommends treating the mound directly and lightly watering the granules in. Again, it may take several treatments to get the desired results. We also recommend contacting your local cooperative extension office to see if they have any recommendations for products that have worked for other people in your region.

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Asked by Ryan

07/14/2022

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Can Navigator SC be used for a trenching method and how long will it last for the barrier?

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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide can be applied outdoors as a perimeter spray for ant control or using the trenching method for subterranean termites protection as directed on the product label. When applied as a perimeter spray for ant control at the highest rate, the product is applied twice …
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Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide can be applied outdoors as a perimeter spray for ant control or using the trenching method for subterranean termites protection as directed on the product label. When applied as a perimeter spray for ant control at the highest rate, the product is applied twice a year. When applied using the trenching method for subterranean termites, the product will will last for up to 10 years in the soil. We have a step by step guide that will walk you through how to do your own termite trenching treatment.

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Asked by George

06/29/2022

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What quantity of Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide should I use to protect a home that an outside perimeter of 225'?

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A 78 oz bottle of Navigator SC Termiticide/Insecticide will cover 230 linear feet. We recommend purchasing a 78 oz and a 20 oz because you will need some extra product to spray the back fill.

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