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Asked by Dd07/04/2024QCan I use Taurus SC Termiticide for getting rid of termites in Big trees?A
Taurus SC Termiticide does list tree treatments on the label under cartoon nests. However, it is only labeled for injection applications, and not for a general spray on or around trees. Please review the product label for complete instructions.
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Asked by Aryana from Guyana07/07/2024QIs it ok to use Taurus in my home?
They already used it so I just wanted to find out a little moreATaurus SC Termiticide is NOT labeled for indoor general pest control. The Taurus SC Termiticide product label only allows indoor applications to wall voids (behind sheet rock), unfinished attics, unfinished basements, and crawlspaces for active termite infestations. Taurus SC Termiticide could…
Read Full Answer »Taurus SC Termiticide is NOT labeled for indoor general pest control. The Taurus SC Termiticide product label only allows indoor applications to wall voids (behind sheet rock), unfinished attics, unfinished basements, and crawlspaces for active termite infestations. Taurus SC Termiticide could be harmful if used indoors and would be in violation of the product label. -
Asked by Mj from Redmond, Wa07/12/2024QHow 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?ATaurus 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 Wilfred from Tampa, Fl08/07/2024QCan Taurus SC get rid of honey bee inside concrete wall?A
Taurus SC is not labeled for use inside a concrete wall for honey bee control. There are no products for controlling honeybees as they are beneficial to the environment and are protected. The first thing you can do is contact your local cooperative extension office and ask for the phone number …
Read Full Answer »Taurus SC is not labeled for use inside a concrete wall for honey bee control. There are no products for controlling honeybees as they are beneficial to the environment and are protected. The first thing you can do is contact your local cooperative extension office and ask for the phone number for your local honey bee farmer. Many bee farmers will come remove honey bees free of charge because of the recent decline in the honey bee population. If this is not an option for you, you can use a hand duster to apply a dust product such as Tempo Dust into and around the area where the bees seem to be gaining access into the wall. Over a period of a couple of days to a week (timeline will depend on how many bees are contacting the treated area) this will kill off the colony. Any insecticide applications should be done very early in the morning or very late in the evening when the bees are less active. After the bees have been eliminated it is important to remove the bee hive from the void where the bees were nesting. Failure to remove the hive can lead to mold issues and secondary infestation from hive beetles and other insects. If the bee hive is in an area that is not easily accessible you may want to consider hiring a professional pest control operator. You can also contact your local department of agriculture or cooperative extension office in your county for resources and help on removing them from the property as well.
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Asked by John from Wendell, Nc08/17/2024QAfter digging down 6 inches I'm still in the mulch. Is that acceptable or should I dig down into the soil before using Taurus?A
Taurus SC is only able to effectively work with soil, it will not bond properly with mulch. You can dig a little lower but fill the trench back with soil only, mulch on the top if using.
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Asked by Tommy08/21/2024QWhy can't Taurus SC be applied into the crack of between driveway and wall?
Reading the instructions is says not to apply to this area. And it also says not to apply between Nov and Feb. Why?APer the Taurus SC label: For driveways, exterior drilling is necessary only around building supports or wall elements permanently located at driveway joints.
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Taurus SC Termiticide is a restrictive product in general in regards to where, when, and how often it can be applied even in states o…Per the Taurus SC label: For driveways, exterior drilling is necessary only around building supports or wall elements permanently located at driveway joints.
Taurus SC Termiticide is a restrictive product in general in regards to where, when, and how often it can be applied even in states outside of California. Per the state and EPA, it cannot be applied in California between November 1 and February 28 per the label, and the label is the law. In general, November-February are considered winter months that no insecticides would normally be recommended for as this is not an active pest season or time of year. When registering the Taurus label and use in California, they made sure to specify to not use during these times of year to further reduce any unnecessary applications of the chemical. -
Asked by Dj08/24/2024QHow long does Taurus SC Termiticide take to dry?A
Taurus SC Termiticide has a dry time of 4-6 hours.
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Asked by Brad from Cincinnati, Ohio09/18/2024QCan Taurus SC be sprayed on the underneath wood slats of a shed on a gravel pad?A
Taurus SC is made to adhere to soil for termite control. It is not labeled to be sprayed just to wood for any type of prevention for termites. Termites are found on the inside of wood, so spraying the outside of the wood, typically will not affect them.
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Asked by Pascal from Austin, Tx09/30/2024QDoes Taurus kill other kind of termites other than subterranean termites?A
Taurus SC is an effective termiticide against a variety of subterranean, arborel, drywood, and dampwood (e.g. Reticulitermes, Zootermopsis, Heterotermes, and Coptotermes) termites, and other wood-infesting pests (e.g., carpenter ants, beetles, borers) as directed.
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Asked by Joseph from Louisiana11/21/2024QPost Construction in Louisiana with Taurus SC Termiticide
Why is this not approved for post-construction in Louisiana and Termidor is? I thought they are essentially the same?ATaurus SC does contain the same active ingredient as Termidor SC, however, legal labeling will vary between different manufacturers for numerous reasons. Termidor SC label was just recently to allow post construction applications in Louisiana so Control Solutions may get theirs updated as well. …
Read Full Answer »Taurus SC does contain the same active ingredient as Termidor SC, however, legal labeling will vary between different manufacturers for numerous reasons. Termidor SC label was just recently to allow post construction applications in Louisiana so Control Solutions may get theirs updated as well. It just takes time. -
Asked by Dave from Gulf Shores, Al11/21/2024QShelf life vs effective treatment life of Taurus SC Termiticide
I see that the shelf life at room temperature is five (5) years. However, the product is effective (foundation trench treatment) for up to eight (8) years. Can you explain why the products works to prevent termites for 8 years but is only storable for five years? AND if I store the product for five years and then re-treat my foundation, will the product still provide the same 8-year protection? Thanks, Dave from Gulf Shores, ALATaurus SC, when applied to a termite trench, adheres to soil particles, shielding the active ingredient, fipronil, from degradation. The soil's stable environment helps maintain the product's potency for up 10 years. Yes, storing Taurus SC for up to five years and then reapplying it to your …
Read Full Answer »Taurus SC, when applied to a termite trench, adheres to soil particles, shielding the active ingredient, fipronil, from degradation. The soil's stable environment helps maintain the product's potency for up 10 years. Yes, storing Taurus SC for up to five years and then reapplying it to your foundation can still provide 10 years of protection. As long as the product has been stored correctly and is within its expiration date, its effectiveness will remain unchanged. -
Asked by Anonymous02/26/2025QDoes Taurus SC come only in liquid form?
I need foam as well as dry powder for different applicationsAWe carry Taurus Dry Precision Delivery System Starter Kit if you need Taurus SC Termiticide in a dust form. While we do not have a foam version, you may consider Termidor FOAM. It is the same active ingredient
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Asked by Dewayne from Louisiana02/28/2025QIs Taurus SC Termiticide harmful to cows and horses?A
Taurus SC Termiticide is a liquid termiticide for soil applications as directed around structures. It is not for any grazing areas or areas where cow and horses have access. Due to the high-water table and potential for regular flooding in the state of Louisiana, most of the soil termiticides such a…
Read Full Answer »Taurus SC Termiticide is a liquid termiticide for soil applications as directed around structures. It is not for any grazing areas or areas where cow and horses have access. Due to the high-water table and potential for regular flooding in the state of Louisiana, most of the soil termiticides such as Taurus SC are not for use in the soil in that state. This means only unique and safer formulations that won't get into the water are allowed, or bait stations in instances where liquids are not the preferred option.