Taurus SC Termiticide should be applied in a trench around the pads and any other foundation where the soil touches.
Taurus SC Termiticide does not have labeling for use on gravel driveways, sidewalks or around trees. It is only to be used around the foundation of a structure. As an alternative you could use Dominion 2L around your trees.
Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be used indoors at all. It is an exterior use product up against the exterior foundation for termites (in the soil) and topically for ants etc. We recommend PT Alpine Flea and Bedbug Aerosol for inside for flea eradications along with vacuuming daily (discarding bag/empty canister outside away from home). You want two applications two weeks apart minimum for flea treatments. You will spray once every two weeks after until the fleas are fully eradicated. Please take a few moments to review our article for additional pro tips.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for mosquitoes and cannot be used out in the yard or on plants where you need to treat for mosquitoes so would not be tank mixed with Talstar P.
Yes, Taurus SC can be used to control ants outdoors. Be sure to follow the application instructions on the product label.
Taurus SC can only be applied within one foot of a structure and cannot be broadcast, so it is not the best choice for treating grubs or any insects that moles might be feeding on. A better choice would be something like Dominion 2L.
Taurus SC Termiticide should NOT be applied to trees, lawns, etc. It is strictly labeled for applications against the structure topically for crawling insects and in the soil for termite treatments. We normally recommend using soemthing like Bifen IT to treat for pests such as webworms.
Taurus SC Termiticide should be applied when you are not expecting any rainfall for at least 24hrs following the application. It should not be applied within 15 feet of bodies of water per the product label.
Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be used to just spray woods for termites and there really isn’t much you can do for them there. They are natures recyclers so should be left alone in that area. We would recommend trenching around your home with the product so that it is protected. We have a step by step guide that will walk you through how to do your own termite trenching treatment. You can see the guide by clicking on the link here.
Taurus SC Termiticide should not be applied away from the structure or within 15-20 ft from an edible tree. It is labeled for foundation applications as directed. Please provide the insect species for an alternate recommendation that will fit your needs.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for indoor general pest control. You can find our roach control products here.
No, Taurus SC will not be a substitute for monthly treatments. When you trench around the perimeter of your home for a termite treatment, that treatment will last up to 10 years and will work with termites because they don't travel above the soil. You may do quarterly treatments with Taurus SC at a rate of 0.4 oz per gallon of water, 1-2 feet up on the foundation and 1-2 feet out on the ground. Otherwise, you can continue to treat with Demand CS. If you've continually used Demand CS, once you've run out, you can rotate to something like Onslaught FastCap.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for scale or to be used on plants. Safari 20SG is a great choice for treating cycad scale on a sago palm.
If you are needing to treat preventatively for termites, you need to treat around the perimeter of the structure creating a continuous barrier, as you're planning to using Taurus SC. Treating the shared wall could only be done by drilling through the bottom concrete floor to treat the soil underneath, or perhaps treating the wood in the wall void between the parts of the structure by foaming Timbor or Boracare. This is a pretty invasive treatment, but it could be done if absolutely necessary.
Yes, it is very important to treat the soil that meets the foundation and drill holes in the concrete to get the Taurus SC Termiticide to the soil of all possible entry ways around the structure. It does bind to the soil if treated properly and lasts many years as a barrier around your home. Termites have many colonies under the soil. You should read our "How To Do A Termite Treatment" article to learn how you can protect the rest of your home against future invasion.
Yes, you can apply a liquid concentrate insecticide like Demon Max after a trenching treatment done with Taurus SC Termiticide.
For termite prevention Taurus SC Termiticide is best applied around the outside perimeter of the home and around pillars in the crawl space. If you have an active infestation in the home anywhere if would also be recommended to trench along the inside wall of the inside wall of the crawl space as well. We have a guide here with more information.
Per EPA Regulations, Taurus SC cannot be applied more than 2 times a year at a rate of 0.8 oz per gallon of water or 4 times a year at a rate of 0.4 oz per gallon of water. Per the supplemental label, in California only the rate of 4 times/calendar year is approved and spraying only 6 inches up on the foundation and 6 inches out from the foundation.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for aphids and should not be used on plants. Talstar is labeled for aphids and will be gentle on your oleander plant.
The rate for Taurus SC Termiticide rate for preconstruction is 1 gallon of finished solution per 10 sq. ft. You will use 0.8 fl oz per gallon.
