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  • Asked by Deanna
    05/17/2014
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    Is Taurus SC odorless? Termidor states it is virtually odorless.
    A

    Yes the Taurus SC is virtually ordorless just like the Termidor SC. Both products can be used outdoors only and only around the foundation 1 foot up and 1 foot out and around window and door frames. This application is limited to 6 inches up onto the foundation and 6 inches out from it on the ground in the state of California.

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    19 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kaleb from Edmond, Ok
    05/25/2014
    Q
    Does Taurus SC bond to soil like Termidor does? and does a foaming agent need to be used for application?
    Do I need to add a foaming agent to spot treat inside wall voids or is a standard garden/yard, pump up sprayer application sufficient to spray inside the walls?
    A
    Yes the Taurus does bond to the soil the same as the Termidor to acheive the same protection of your home. You do not have to have a foamer and foaming agent to mix with the Taurus and can use it by itself in a standard pump sprayer for wall void spot treatments. While a foam will give you further coverage behind the wall, it is not necessary. If you haven't purchased the products yet, you could get a can of Termidor foam or Premise Foam to use where you plan to spot treat so you dont have to purchase a foaming applicator and foam agent.
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    14 of 17 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joel from Miami, Florida
    06/06/2014
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    Can I use Taurus SC to fog within the walls? And if so how much would I need for a 5,000 sq ft home?
    Treating Drywood termites
    A
    Taurus SC is not labeled to be used in a fogger and when using to treat for drywood termites you have to treat the infestation directly by drilling into the infested wood and spraying into the gallery.  It does not penetrate into wood so would not reach the termites that are in the wood unless done this way.  We suggest using Bora-Care since it is the #1 treatment on the market for dry wood termites.  You would typically just spray it on the surface of the wood and the Bora-Care will penetrate through the wood and kill the termites inside.  Also, since Bora-Care is a wood treatment product, it will stay in the wood forever and protect it forever.
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    80 of 84 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chris from Houston, Tx
    07/24/2014
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    What application method is best for treatment of ants?
    To treat ghost ants crawling around, on, and into my foundation, should I trench or just apply a perimeter spray? If the latter, what application rate should be used (i.e., how many fl. oz. per linear foot of a spray band three feet up the wall and one foot out from the foundation)? Thanks
    A
    For outdoor control of Ants and other perimeter pests, mix 0.8 fl. oz. of Taurus SC per gallon of water and apply using a hand-pump sprayer around the outside of the home, spraying 1 foot up the side of the house and 1 foot out from the house, all the way around the home.  Also spray around any exterior openings where pests may enter such as doors (don't spray near door handles), windows, pipes, cracks, vents, holes, etc. Also be careful to prune away vegetation including shrubs and tree branches that may be touching the side of the house. This will keep pests from using shrubs and tree branches to bypass the protective barrier you sprayed.
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    191 of 201 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chris from Va
    08/09/2014
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    Termites in a Fence
    I have found that termites have just begun infesting my fence. Is this the correct product for treatment? I have seen that it should be applied around the foundation, however my fence is about 50 feet from my house.
    A
    Taurus SC is NOT labeled to be used around fences. You can drill into the fence, but you would need to know exactly where the termites are. For fences, we would recommend a product called Bora-Care. Apply only to bare wood or to wood surfaces where an intact water repellent or finish is not present. Remove paint or finish prior to application. Apply one coat of solution to all wood surfaces. Apply two coats to heavily infested areas and to those surfaces where access is limited to 1 or 2 sides of wood members. For an active infestation, you will use 1 gallon of Bora-Care to 1 gallon of water.
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    14 of 16 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dave from St. Louis
    08/18/2014
    Q
    How many linear feet does 20 oz bottle Taurus SC Termiticide cover?
    A
    Taurus SC Termiticide when applied in a 6x6in deep trench will cover 60 feet of trenching.
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    46 of 50 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Aaron from South Bend, In
    08/19/2014
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    How long does it take for Taurus SC Termiticide to kill the termite colony?
    A
    Taurus SC Termiticide is a non-repellent insecticide that is undetectable to target pests, allowing them touch, ingest and spread the insecticide throughout the entire colony.  For termites, Taurus SC will eliminate termite colonies in less than 90 days on average, and ant infestations can be controlled in just a few weeks.
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    56 of 59 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bri
    09/16/2014
    Q
    Properly Treating Attached Garage with Taurus SC
    I have an attached garage with a living space above it. To properly treat with Taurus SC, do I trench along the two exterior walls, don't treat the garage entry area (where the wood garage door is), and drill holes (10-12 inches apart) in the interior where the (one) garage wall has living space on the other side?
    A
    If you are doing a termite barrier treatment (6 inch x 6 inch trench against the structure) with a termiticide such as Taurus SC around the entire pertimeter of the home, you will not need to drill those exterior walls. The trench will provide your protection. We highly suggest this method as opposed to just "spot treating" areas of the foundation. If you are not doing a termite barrier trench treatment, you will need treat those two exterior walls as you would that interior wall. Drill 1/2 inch holes 2-3 inches off the foundation wall every 10-12 inches along the entire length of the wall. Pour 4 gallons of mixed solution in the holes for every 10 linear feet along the exterior wall (3.2 ounces/4 gallons of water) Each hole will hold 1/2 gallon of solution.
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    26 of 31 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Antonio from 1403 Winterwood Dr Allen,tx 75002
    09/23/2014
    Q
    Is it safe to spray Taurus SC in the switches and plugs instead of making holes on the walls to treat voids
    A
    Taurus SC Termiticide is not safe to apply into any electrical outlet. It would be most effective injected into the galleries in the wood. When injecting Taurus into the walls you want to drill about 6 inches from the floor surface and between every wooden stud down the entire length of the wall. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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    10 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michael from Los Angeles, Ca
    10/08/2014
    Q
    Perimeter trench every 10 years for termites vs. ant perimeter treatment every 6 months
    Per the instructions, a perimeter treatement in a trench is recommended for termite prevention, vs. a perimeter treatment (above-ground, as I understand) is recommended twice a year for ant treatment. I suspected that ants are entering my house from below the ground through cracks in the concrete slab. Would the trenched perimeter treatment every 10 yeears be effective for BOTH termites and ants?
    A
    A trench treatment with Taurus SC will kill both termites and ants that travel through the treated soil. However, if the ant or termite colony is located directly under the slab of your home there is a possibility that they may not pass through the treated soil around the perimeter of your home as they come through a crack in the foundation. In order to kill ant or termite colonies located under the slab we would recommend drilling through the cracks in the foundation and inject the Taurus SC into the soil below foundation. You would drill a hole every 12 inches along the crack in the slab and use 4 gallons of the diluted Taurus solution per 10 linear feet.
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    90 of 96 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dale from Louisiana
    11/05/2014
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    Is it ok to treat with Termidor or Dominion after using Dursban?
    I had a old half gallon of Dursban that I put around my house last year. I didn't trench, but I did soak it in real good. Is it ok to retreat my house with Termidor or dominion? Will the Dursban lessen the affect of the Termidor or Dominion?
    A
    Dursban has been banned for a while so there is little information that can be offered on it. However, Termidor SC or Dominion 2L should be able to be used a year later. We would recommend doing a trench treatment with either one of those products to ensure it lasts in the soil for a while. The Dursban should not lessen the effectiveness of either product.
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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mandi from Peoria
    11/29/2014
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    Can I use Gravel/crushed rock for the backfill after treatment?
    After digging the trench and treating the whole house for termites can i use crushed rock/gravel foe the backfill? For ease of future treatments instead of digging the trench again in 5-10 years couldn't we just pour through the gravel?
    A
    You do not want to use grave/crushed rock as your backfill after a termite treatment. Termidor does not bond to rock, it bonds to soil, so if you fill in the trench with gravel, the termidor will not stick to it and it will leave you with a 6x6 area of completely unprotected surface that the termites could pass through to get directly to your home. We understand that the digging of the trench is a pain, but it must be done each time and it must be backfilled with dirt, and the dirt that is backfilled must be treated as well if you want your home properly and completely protected. 
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    440 of 456 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Scott from Athens Georgia
    12/22/2014
    Q
    Treatment of a foundation with a fig tree
    A house treated with Taurus SC has a large fig tree within 1 foot of the foundation, house was just treated,how will the fruit be affected next spring?
    A
    As long as the Taurus SC application was not applied directly within the root-zone of the tree, the fruit should be safe to eat. Taurus SC does not move through the soil and would not trans-locate anywhere. It will stay exactly where it was used.
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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Frank from Lake Charles, Louisiana
    12/29/2014
    Q
    If I use Taurus SC (9.1%) Fipronil in or around vegetable garden to treat termites, will the fruit become contaminated?
    A
    Taurus cannot be used in a garden or on edible vegetation. Termidor SC can only be used on or immediately adjacent (within 1-2 ft) to a structure.
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    33 of 38 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nel from Curacao Netherlands Antilles.
    01/17/2015
    Q
    How far from fruit trees to dig for Taurus SC termite control
    Digging for Taurus SC Termite control
    A
    You should keep 10 feet away from any fruit trees when using Taurus SC in a trench around the home for termite protection.
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    29 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Juvencio from Bayamon, Pr
    01/30/2015
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    Do you ship Taurus SC to Puerto Rico?
    A
    Yes, we are able to ship Taurus SC to Puerto Rico.  Shipping options and pricing are given at checkout.
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    6 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chris from Peachtree City, Ga
    03/07/2015
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    Are there temperature restrictions for Taurus SC
    Does it need to be above a certain temperature before applying Taurus SC around the foundation?
    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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    29 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • 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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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Brett from San Francisco
    03/09/2015
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    Is it safe to apply Taurus SC in a crawl space as a surface spray for ants/termites?
    Also, do I need to wear a ventilator or mask when applying?
    A
    Yes, Taurus SC can be used as a general spray around the foundation of the crawlspace for ants, however it will not be as effective on termites unles you do a proper termite trench treatment inside the crawl space areas. We would recommend using a mask like the N95 valved respirator mask when applying the product in tight areas with low air flow like a crawl space.
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    121 of 127 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bob from Milan Il 61264
    03/26/2015
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    Will Taurus SC kill plants?
    A
    Taurus SC states to not use the product within one foot of the drip line of edible plants, but does not mention ornamentals or non-edibles. To make sure your plants will be safe, please contact contact the manufacturer, Control Solutions. Their phone number is (630) 806-7062.
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