There would be no reason to mix Taurus SC Termiticide with Suspend Polyzone. Unless you are treating for an active termite infestation, we'd suggest just going with the Suspend Polyzone for general insect control.
Taurus SC Termiticide mixing rate is 0.8 fl oz per gallon of water. That would be 0.2 fl oz per 32 oz of water however per the product label, this product should be applied in 1 gallon mixed solutions. This can be done twice a year at this rate on the exterior foundation as a perimeter treatment.
Taurus is not labeled to control clover mites, and it is not for indoor use. Instead, you may use a product such as Talstar P. Please be sure to review the product label for complete application instructions before use. Also, please take a moment to look over our Clover Mite article for more information and helpful tips on eradicating this pest.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not for use in lawns at all and is not labeled for nematode control. Taurus can only be used around the foundation of a structure as a surface spray for crawling insects in a band that is 18 inches wide, or as a trench application for termites. If you need to treat for nematodes in a lawn, you can use a product like Bifen I/T if you prefer liquid applications, or Bifen L/P granules if you prefer a longer lasting granule approach.
In this type of area, you would need to apply the Taurus by rodding. The holes should be about 12 inches apart. You would distribute 4 gallons of finished solution evenly throughout the 10 linear ft of holes. Please be sure to review the product label for more information and complete application instructions.
Taurus SC Termiticide should only be applied against the structures on the property for termite applications or insect activity along the foundation as directed not on lawn or trees.
No, Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be used to treat for crawfish. Unfortunately there are no products on the market labeled for crawfish.
Taurus SC is not labeled to treat for fire ant control. Please review our How to Treat for Fire Ants Page for recommendations on using granules for broadcast or mound applications and also how to use a liquid insecticide such as Talstar for a liquid treatment.
After the application of Taurus SC has dried, the areas against the foundation can be mulched.
Yes you could mix up some of the Taurus SC Termiticide solution to spray the soil under the tub void area to protect against subterranean termites. The rate you would use is 0.8 oz per gallon of water and spray 1 gallon of solution to every 10 square feet of soil surface area under the tub, paying particular attention to the soil around the plumbing.
Taurus SC Termiticide can only be used indoors to spot treat active drywood or subterranean termite colonies. For Suberranean Termites, spot treating where activity is observed will not eradicate the colony as the colony is located in the soil outside the structure of the home. Using Taurus SC Termiticide as trench treatment around the exterior perimeter foundation of the home is the most effective way to eradicate a Subterranean Termite colony. Please view our How to Get Rid of Subterranean Termite Treatment Guide for more information.
A great alternatve product for spot treating active termite coloines in the home is Termidor Foam.
Treating the exterior foundation of the home using Taurus SC will last 6 months for Carpenter Ant control. Applications should be made when no rain is expected for atleast 24 hours to prevent any washing away. Once the product has dried compeltey it is safe for pets to return to the area.
Please review our How to Get Rid of Carpenter Ant Treatment Guide for more information.
Yes, per Taurus SC's label, if there's a crawlspace it will also need to be treated. You will need to trench around the perimeter of your crawlspace, the same way as you would around the exterior of you home.
Taurus SC Termiticide is the generic of Termidor SC so will have the same 10 years or more residual when applied in a trench. For a garage, you would be drilling along the inside walls of the garage by the foundation if there is an interior room on the other side. Directions for drilling (with a hammer drill) are to use a 18 in long drill bit that is 1/2in or 3/8 in wide and drilling holes 10-12in apart. You pour 1/2 gallon into each hole for the same rate as trenching 4 gallons over 10 lineal feet.
If you are applying Taurus SC around a structure for surface pests such as ants, slight dampness from dew should not be an issue as long as the application is able to dry in the same day. Keep in mind that Taurus SC cannot be applied more than 1 foot from structures in areas such as out in the lawn.
Taurus SC Termiticide is not labeled for spotted lanternflies. Spotted Lantern Fly is an invasive pest only found in certain areas of Pennsylvania right now. Penn State Extension has set up an entire website to help track and control this pest. Please visit the site for information on how to report this pest and the non-chemical steps recommended. Further information for homeowners can be found here
Some folks are treating trees with Safari 20SG for prevention/early treatment or Talstar P if already active
Yes, you can apply Taurus SC Termiticide to the soil while the slab has been removed. This will help prevent future infestations.
Taurus SC Termiticide can be applied in the soil in a trench and/or drilled holes up against the foundation or applied with a sprayer (1 ft up and 1 ft out) for carpenter ants. Please take a few moments to review our articles and videos below for additional helpful treatment information for both pests.
Carpenter Ant Control
Termite Control
It is not necessary to wet the soil before digging your trench. You want the soil to be dry at least 24 hours before application of Taurus SC. For your reference I have also included our "How To Do A Termite Treatment" article to learn how you can protect the rest of your home against future invasion.
