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  • Asked by Harold from Portal, Arizona
    10/15/2019
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    How can I tell if I have termites in my straw bale walls?
    I live in a straw bale house in rural Arizona. The floor and base of the walls are concrete, while the walls are made of straw bales held in by wooden beams with chicken wire and stucco on the outside. I found two small termite tubes at floor level on the inside of one of the walls. I broke the tubes open but could see no termites. I applied Termidor foam to the open tubes two days ago and the tubes have not been repaired. I don't know how the termites got inside. There are plenty outside, in the scrub, but no evidence of them on the exterior of the house. How can I tell if they are in the wall? Would you advise me to drill holes? I found a small tube on the outside wall, on the other side of the house, a couple of years ago, and treated it with Termidor foam. Seems to have worked. Thanks, Harold 520-558-1125
    A

    A straw bale home is a very unique build so it may be hard to tell if termites are coming up through the bales themselves to access the wood that supports the bales in place. Subterranean termites need to be prevented by doing a full termite trench treatment around the outside perimeter of the home. Any subterranean termites that pass through the treated soil as they try to make their way up into the home would be eliminated. The Taurus SC is what we recommend doing the trenching treatment with as its one of the longest lasting (will protect the home at least 10 years). If there are any cracks in the concrete floor that would allow the termites to enter from an area other than around the sides of the home, you would have to drill and spot treat in those areas as needed. There isnt a way without ripping walls open to see if there are already some termites present in the bales, but there isnt anything about the bales that would be condusive to them thriving. Spot treating with the Termidor Foam where you see tubes appear is fine to do, and likely if you find them empty that means the colony didnt find what it was looking for and moved on. You can see at the link below how to do the full termite treatment but please let us know if you have any other questions 

    How to do a Termite Treatment

    https://www.domyown.com/subterranean-termite-treatment-guide-a-478.html

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  • Asked by Mike from Ms
    01/15/2020
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    Need something the tree will.absorb thru roots to kill carpenter ants. Will Taurus do it?
    A

    No, Taurus SC Termiticide is not a systemic to be absorbed by roots and when dealing with carpenter ants you do not use a systemic.  Carpenter ants only tear at the wood to create tunnels and galleries to nest in, they do not actually feed on the tree.  Instead you can use Taurus SC to directly spot treat where the ants are in the tree as directed on the product label.

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  • Asked by Dan from Three Oaks, Mi
    02/09/2020
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    Is it best NOT to use Taurus in freezing or near freezing weather?
    A

    As long as the ground is not frozen,  Taurus SC application is fine. Please let us know if you have any more questions!

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  • Asked by Barbara from Robbins Nc
    11/27/2021
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    Using Taurus SC Termiticide to treat my concrete basement floor for termites, how far apart and how deep do I need to drill the holes?
    How much Taurus SC per gallon of water do I mix and how much goes into each hole?
    A

    When treating beneath concrete floors or slabs with Taurus SC Termiticide, come 2” – 3” off the foundation or foundation wall and drill holes every 10” to 12” apart using an 18” to 24” hammer drill bit. Measure the linear footage along the exterior perimeter wall or basement floor that is being treated. You will be applying 4 gallons of mixed solution every 10 linear feet into the drilled holes. Mix 0.8 fl oz per gallon of water and distribute 4 gallons of mixed solution (3.2 fl oz with 4 gallons of water) into the drilled holes using a hand pump sprayer or bucket. Each hole will typically hold ½ gallon of mixed solution. Allow the applicaiton to settle into the holes before plugging with Trebor Plugs or Conrete filler. 

    A 20 oz bottle of Taurus SC will treat 60 linear feet, the 78 oz bottle of Taurus SC will treat 240 linear feet. Please take a few moments to review our Termite Treament Guide for more information. 

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  • Asked by Louis from Florence, Az. 85132
    02/17/2022
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    How long is Taurus SC Termiticide good for after opening the botte?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide has a shelf life of 3-5 years, if stored in a temperature stable environment and away from any direct sunlight.

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  • Asked by Eva
    05/23/2023
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    Will Taurus SC damage plants?
    I found termites in the dry wood of a topiary which is in a large pot. Can I apply Taurus SC to the soil of the pot? Will it damage the the side of the healthy plant?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide is should not be used on plants nor to treat soil in potted plants.  It is only for use outside around the foundation of the home in the soil to protect your home from termites.   

    Termites do not normally attack live, healthy trees so you most likely will not find any products that will work as a treatment for potted plants.  You can try using boiling water to kill any in the soil of the pots.
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  • Asked by Dave from Knoxville Tn
    09/11/2022
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    Can I use Taurus SC in a pump sprayer and then use the sprayer for something else like foliar spraying?
    A

    As long as you observe the triple rinse rule of running clean water, or water and soap/tank cleaner through the sprayer including the hose, wand and nozzle three times between chemicals, you can reuse that sprayer for other purposes. Some customers however prefer to keep their applications of products like the Taurus SC to their own unit and have a different sprayer for plant/yard use. 

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  • Asked by Sergio from Houston Texas
    01/17/2022
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    Why does Termidor SC last 10 years in the soil and Taurus SC only 5 years if they use the same active ingredient?
    A

    Both Termidor SC and Taurus SC Termiticide have a 10-year residual when applied as a trench treatment directly against the exterior perimeter foundation. The 5-year time frame refers to the shelf life of the products when stored in their original container and out of extreme temperatures (heat/freezing) which applies to both Taurus SC and Termidor SC. 

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  • Asked by William from Tx
    08/08/2022
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    How do you mix Taurus SC Termiticide for a foam application?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide can be applied with a foaming agent in a foam applicator for wall void applications as indicated on the product label only. Please find full instructions on page 6 and 7 of the label here.

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  • Asked by Annie from Athens, Texas
    03/15/2023
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    Can I use the rest of my garden to grow vegetables?
    I used Taurus solution few weeks ago, on few spots on my garden to treat ants colony and I need to know if I can use the rest of the garden to grow vegetables or fruits trees? What's the recommended distance from the treated areas to the areas where I can grow my vegetables? Many thanks
    A
    Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for use out in lawns for mound treatments nor around anything edible.  Applications are only approved adjacent to structures in a trench for termites or sprayed 1-2 feet up and out for general pests only and should be kept at least 15 feet from anything edible.  It can persist in the soil for up to 10 years or more.  We would recommend reaching out to the manufacturer directly for advise regarding planting in the area since Taurus was used off label, Control Solutions 281-892-2500.
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  • Asked by Mj from Redmond, Wa
    07/12/2024
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    How fast does Taurus SC kill ants?
    Recently, I found a bunch of dead winged carpenter ants and some other bugs right at the base of my garage door on the inside. I usually do my perimeter spray right there at the base of the garage door. However, I thought this stuff wasn't supposed to kill on contact so it could be spread. Does it kill almost on contact?
    A

    Taurus SC typically does not kill insects quickly. Having said that, if the product was applied at a higher usage rate, or if the insects were old or otherwise unhealthy or the an insect spends a lot of time on a treated surface, they can succumb significantly faster than we usually see.

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  • Asked by Brett from San Francisco
    03/09/2015
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    Is it same to apply Taurus SC in a crawl space and do I need to wear a ventilator when applying?
    A
    We apologize but your question does not appear complete, what are you asking is the same to apply Taurus SC in a crawl space to?  Do you mean as surface spray or termite treatment?
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  • Asked by Brad from Newnan, Ga
    02/03/2017
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    Will Taurus SC Termiticide work on grubs?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for grubs nor can it be used as a broadcast in a lawn.  Dominion 2L would be a great option instead or any of the products listed on our Grub Killer Page.
     

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  • Asked by Sidney from Mineral Springs, Nc
    03/17/2017
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    Does your company sell a funnel that I could use when I drill the holes in the concrete to apply Taurus SC?
    A

    No, unfortunately we do not carry any funnels that can be used to apply Taurus SC Termiticide. A funnel from your local hardware store should suffice. 

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  • Asked by Tomthumb from Jacksonville, Fl
    03/23/2017
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    I have ants invading my paver deck around my swimming pool, can I spray Taurus SC around it?
    Would you recommend this product to treat my paver deck? How should I apply it, such as perimeter treatment, or blanket treatment over entire deck etc.?
    A

    Taurus SC can be sprayed around a structure, so you can spray around the "perimeter" of the pool, if it's above ground. Also, you can spray around the perimeter of your home but it can't be sprayed as a broadcast application. If you want to use something that can be broadcasted unto your turf and ornamentals, you can use something like Tempo SC Ultra and/or use a bait such as Maxforce Quantum Ant Bait. Please read over our Ant Treatment Guide for further info and tips.

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  • Asked by Mark from Coventry, Ct
    05/21/2017
    Q
    Are there any outdoor spray products you sell for ants that can be shipped to Connecticut?
    I have noticed CT tightened their rules since my last purchase. What insecticide that is highly rated as an outdoor spray that I can have shipped here for control of black ants?
    A

    Connecticut is one of the strictest states regarding limiting purchase and application of insecticide concentrates by persons without a Pest Control Operator's license. Two great options for ant control that include a non-repellent active ingredient are Arilon Insecticide (like a sprayable bait), or Transport Mikron Insecticide (dual-active ingredient). Please let us know if we can further assist you.

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  • Asked by Carl
    05/31/2017
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    Will Taurus SC Termiticide work for treating fire ants?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for fire ants. Depending if you are doing a broadcast or individual mound treatment, we would recommend using Talstar P or Talstar Xtra Granules for fire ant control. You may view the Pest Control Guide for Fire Ant Control in the blue banner on the top of the Fire Ant Control Page. 

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  • Asked by Jorge from Nebraska
    06/01/2017
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    Can I spray Taurus SC Termiticide around my house?
    A

    Yes Taurus SC can be sprayed around your house. It should be applied up against the structure in a trench for termites and/or topically for ant control directly against the foundation using a hand pump sprayer. 

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  • Asked by Jonathan from Knoxville
    07/24/2017
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    Is Taurus SC OSHA?
    A

    The Taurus SC Termiticide SDS has the necessary OSHA information. 

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  • Asked by Mary from Fallbrook, Ca
    08/04/2017
    Q
    What is the best outdoor ant spray?
    These are just the common ants and every year we get several invasions. We can control the inside with bait stations but need something safe for animals for outside.
    A

    Our most popular spray for ant control outdoors around structurers is Taurus SC. This is a liquid concentrate that you would apply with a hand pump sprayer and treat all around the foundation of the structure, treating 1 foot up onto the house and 1 foot out from it on the ground. You should also spot treat places where the ants are likely to enter such as door frames, window frames, and where utilities enter. Taurus SC is pet safe once the application is dry. You can learn more tips and see videos in our Ant Treatment Guide, too.

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