Taurus SC Termiticide - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Kent from Chelsea
    07/29/2017
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    After using Taurus SC for carpenter ants in a perimeter barrier around my house, can I plant grass where it was applied?
    A

    Yes, grass can be planted in an area where Taurus SC Termiticide was applied once the product has dried. 

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  • Asked by Art from Modesto, Ca
    10/31/2018
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    Can you mix Permethrin SFR with Taurus for outdoor use?
    A

    Taurus SC and Permetherin SFR cannot be mixed together.

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  • Asked by Bennie from South Mills
    12/07/2018
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    When spraying Taurus SC Termiticide around the perimeter how many months does a treatment last or how often do I retreat for insects?
    A

    Taurus SC can be applied at 0.8 fl oz per gallon twice a year (every 6 months, 1 ft up and 1 ft out) directly around a structure.  More than two applications of Taurus SC per calendar year can be made only if applied according to one of the following frequency and dilution rate application scenarios. DO NOT exceed the specified number of applications per calendar year.

    The use directions include up to four (4) applications per year at the 0.03% dilution rate for outside surfaces and along the foundation perimeter of listed structures.

    0.03% 4 times/calendar year OR

    0.06% 2 times/calendar year OR

    0.03% 2 times/calendar year and 0.06% 1 time/calendar year

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  • Asked by Roni from Palm Bay, Fl
    05/24/2019
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    Is Taurus SC harmfull to plants?
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    Taurus SC should not harm plants if used as directed.  Keep in mind that it is only labeled for use no further than 1 foot up and 1 foot out around a structure.

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  • Asked by John from Nj
    06/23/2018
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    Can you spray Taurus SC Termiticide directly (spot treatment) on outdoor in ground ant mounds?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be used in the lawn or on mounds, only within 1 foot of the foundation of a structure.  

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  • Asked by Frank from Kenner , La
    06/14/2019
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    It is mentioned in the label for both Taurus and Termidor to use a sprayer pressure of 25 PSI or less. Why?
    is that because the flipronil turns to a gas at higher pressures?
    A

    It is to prevent the Taurus or Termidor from drifting from the intended treatment area. The higher the psi the more chance the product will hang in the air and end up drifting into unintended areas. 

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  • 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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  • Asked by Roger from Valdese, Nc
    01/15/2019
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    If I am using Taurus SC just to treat for ants, do I need to dig a trench?
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    Taurus SC Termiticide can be used for general pest control of various insects including ants and would only need to be sprayed around the foundation of a structure one foot up and one foot out around the perimeter.  No trenching is required unless treating for subterranean termites.  

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  • Asked by Ray
    01/13/2019
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    I made a mistake and used Taurus SC Termiticide to spray for indoor pests? Is it going to be harmful?
    A

    We recommend that you clean and/or steam surfaces that were mistakenly treated as Taurus SC Termiticide  is outdoor application only.

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  • Asked by Brent from Virginia Beach
    09/26/2017
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    Does Taurus SC bond well with sandy soil that is mostly just sand?
    A

    Yes! You can use either Taurus SC or Termidor SC in sandy soils, too. If you are located very close to the water and expect to get water under the home throughout the year, then you may need to consider using a Termite Baiting System instead of liquid ground treatment.

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  • Asked by James from St Petersburg, Fl
    03/28/2018
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    Will Taurus work on bees?
    Know it lists hornets and wasps what about bees?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide can be applied directly into gallery entrance holes for carpenter bees only. After application, gallery entrance holes should be plugged.  It is not labeled for any other type of bees since it cannot be used on plants or around the yard.

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  • Asked by Jonathan from West Columbia South Carolina
    04/14/2013
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    Do you have to dig a trench around your house for Taurus to be effective?
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    You will have to trench and perhaps even drill for Taurus SC to be effective as a termite barrier. Please take a moment to read over our How to do a termite treatment article. This article explains all of the steps needed to properly perform a termite treatment.
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  • Asked by Bruce from Jennings, Nc
    08/04/2018
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    Will Taurus SC Termiticide kill fleas in dirt around house?
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    Taurus SC is not labeled for fleas. Fleas tend to live in moist shady areas out in the yard where pets or other animals spend a lot of time resting. Taurus SC however is only labeled to be used in very limited areas on or immediately next to the house or structure making it mostly ineffective for flea treatments. We recommend you use our Outdoor Flea & Tick Kit to get rid of fleas in and around your home. 

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  • Asked by Karem from Denham Springs, La
    11/22/2017
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    My Pest Control company applied Taurus SC Termiticide in my two bathrooms. Is this safe for me at home ?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide is generally used to treat the soil underneath a drain. We would not suggest pouring it down the actual drain. It can be applied in a wall void indoors if they know exactly where the infestation is.

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  • Asked by Laurie from Panama City Beach Florida
    02/12/2019
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    Do I have to trench around the foundation with Taurus SC Termiticide if I am wanting to use it for ant control?
    Can I spray just around the perimeter?
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    It is not necessary to trench when using Taurus SC Termiticide for ant control. 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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  • Asked by John from Oh
    05/22/2017
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    Can I use Taurus SC Termiticide for bees?
    Can I use this for bees or would Talstar be better?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide can be used for carpenter bees in localized areas. The mixing rate is 0.8 fl oz per gallon of water. This can be done twice a year at this rate.

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  • Asked by Billie from Beaumont, Ms
    03/16/2019
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    Can you apply Taurus SC Termiticide in a foam solution?
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    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.

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  • Asked by Carlos from Portsmouth, Ohio
    04/13/2013
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    Which is more effective in killing infestation of temites? Dominion2L or Taurus?
    A
    Both products are very effective for termite control. For termite barriers, Taurus will last a few years longer than Dominion 2L
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  • Asked by Tony from Anaheim, Ca
    01/13/2021
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    Why does California not allowed use of Taurus SC between Dec-Feb?
    I read on label say do not use any this application in California between Dec to Feb. Why?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide is a restrive 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 unneccesary applications of the chemical. 

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  • Asked by Nick
    06/24/2019
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    How effective is Taurus SC Termiticide on roaches and earwigs?
    Looking for a good all around treatment but roaches, earwigs and black widows are by far my biggest issues. Is this a good solution or would something else be more effective?
    A

    Taurus SC Termiticide could only be used as an exterior treatment for roaches, earwigs and black widows and cannot be used indoors. It is not a knockdown kill. For 6 month residual, you will mix at 0.8 fl oz per gallon and for quarterly treatments, you will apply at 0.4 fl oz per gallon. Spray 1 ft to 2 ft up and 1 ft out around doors, windows, vents, pipes, foundation cracks, drilled holes or around any exterior openings where listed pests could enter the structure. Make sure to treat the joint where exterior siding (wood, vinyl, aluminium or other similar materials) meets the cement, brick or block foundation.

    Indoors, we would suggest using Temprid FX along baseboards, floorboards, around windows, doors, behind appliances, under cabinets, behind toilets, in closets, etc. 

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