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  • Asked by David from Tacoma, Wa
    11/17/2018
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    Are there any temperature restrictions with Termidor SC?
    I worked at a company that said we couldn't apply Termidor in weather under 55 degrees. That might have been a company policy. Are there any temperature restrictions beside the freezing threshold restriction, or even levels of temperature that make Termidor use more or less advantageous?
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    The only temperature that effects Termidor SC is when it is below freezing.  Termidor SC should not be applied if the ground is below freezing, or it will not take hold

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  • Asked by Debbie from Sherman Oaks, Ca
    07/27/2013
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    Can I spray Termidor on the bushes or around the base of the bushes that are against the back wall of the yard?
    I have a lot of spider webs and spiders living in the bushes in the back yard. They butt up to a cinder-block 'fence' around the perimeter of the back yard. Can I spray the bushes directly or can I spray the base of the cinder-block wall and ground just under the bushes? And I just want to make sure that once the spray dries, dogs can walk on the grass and roll around on it. What happens if they eat the grass even after it's dried?
    A
    Termidor SC can only be used on or immediately around the foundation of a structure and does not offer a fast knockdown.  When dealing with spiders most folks will use a residual product with a broader application area, like the Talstar P. It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets once dried.  It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer.  It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments.  It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests.  If you dog eats the grass that may have been sprayed, there should not be an issue as the small amount of active ingredient once diluted is not enough to harm anything larger than insects.
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  • Asked by Gordon from Brunswick Ga.
    03/04/2014
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    My brick home has holes in the mortar from previous termite treatment. Can I use these same holes to retreat with Termidor SC? Also, do you sell a hose end sprayer for this purpose?
    A
    If the holes are at least 10-12" apart you can use the same holes to apply a termiticide such as Termidor SC. We do carry hose end sprayers but we do not recommend that you apply the product with this application. It will be much easier to place inexpensive funnels in the holes and pour the finished solution in. If you have additional questions on treating for termites, please contact us at 866.581.7378 M-F 9-5 PM EST.
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  • Asked by Ryan from Ca
    03/19/2014
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    Do you trench on both sides of the foundation for termites with Termidor?
    I have subs underneath my house with tubes going up the foundation and 1 post.Can I trench the outside and spot spray the underside/inside the crawl space?
    A
    With the superior technology behind Termidor, you only have to trench the outside of the foundation and around each pier/post under the crawlspace. If you were using Dominion 2L you would have to trench the inside and outside wall of the foundation and the piers/posts. You can spot spray in wall voids and you will likely want to drill into the center of the piers as well as doing the trench around them. Everywhere you dig you will follow the method of digging a 6x6 trench and use 4 gallons to every 10 linear feet. 
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  • Asked by Pat from Omaha, Ne.
    05/05/2014
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    Can you use Termidor and Sentricon together for the treatment of termites, or do they work against each other?
    A
    Termidor SC will be applied in drilled holes and in a trench. The best protection for your home would be a dual treatment with a liquid non-repellent and a bait.
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  • Asked by Randal from Tampa, Fl
    05/22/2014
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    i found out i have wood termites up in my attic and they are beginning to swarm i was given a estimate to tent
    my house would about $1100.00 can I use termidor and what would be the best way to apply it up in the attic just for a stop gap measure until I can afford the tenting process. thank you.
    A
    Since you have drywood termites in your attic it would be highly recommended that you go with a product called Bora Care. Bora Care is a wood preservative used to treat active wood destroying insects and prevent them from reinfesting treated wood in the future. BoraCare can be sprayed or painted on the wood in the attic and will penetrate the entire piece of wood and erradicate an active infestion. The great thing about Bora Care is that it is natural, last for the entire life of the wood (never goes away), and dries completely clear. Termidor would not be recommended because it doesn't penetrate wood and injections directly into the affected wood would be neccessary for treatment and it doesn't last very long.
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  • Asked by Humberto from Santa Ana Ca
    11/09/2014
    Q
    Can we spray Termidor SC inside an attic?
    A
    Termidor SC is not labeled to be used indoors unless you are using inside wall voids and are treating an active infestation. If you are unsure of what type of termites you are treating for, we would recommend getting them identified before doing any type of treatments.
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  • Asked by Mark from Harvey, La
    11/10/2014
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    Does Termidor SC kill/prevent formosan termites?
    A
    Termidor SC will kill any termites that come into contact with the treated surfaces and will carry it back to their nests. Depending on where the termite infestation is will depend on how the Termidor will need to be applied to eliminate the colony and abide by the usage instructions on the label. 
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  • Asked by Bruce from New Orleans, La. 70131
    12/13/2014
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    After I dig my trench around the house how much Termidor SC do i put into a one gallon sprayer?
    I have a terminix service for over 10 years i want to do it myself to save money. I purchased Termidor SC 20 oz and a one gallon sprayer how much Termidor SC do I put into the gallon sprayer or place in a gallon jug to fill the trenches around my house foundation
    A
    You would use 0.8 oz of Termidor SC per gallon of water. You would then use 4 gallons of diluted solution per 10 linear feet of trench. You may read over our Termite Treatment Guide for further assistance.
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  • Asked by Chris from United States
    10/03/2013
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    Is there a time a year that is better to treat for termites than another?
    I'm considering using the barrier method.
    A
    The best time  to treat for termties is after the winter in the spring. That is because it is easiest to apply a termiticide like Termidor SC when the ground is softer than when the groudn is frozen. Also, peak activity usually starts right as the winter is ending and into the spring. It really depends on your location.
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  • Asked by Eddie from Arnold, Ca
    10/04/2013
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    Can Termidor SC be sprayed on fire wood and is it safe to burn after treatment
    A
    No, you would not want to burn any wood that has been treated with Termidor SC or any other insecticide. The manufacturers do not recommend this. Any insecticide should not be breathed in, and when burned these toxins can become airborne. It would be suggested to not burn the wood.  Termidor is only labeled to be applied adjacent to a structure, you could use a product like Dominion 2L to treat the soil around the firewood for subterranean termites but not physically on the wood itself. 
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  • Asked by Samiul from Pomona Ca
    02/22/2014
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    Can I use Termidor SC in my attic?
    Can I spray Termidor SC in my attic and crawl space directly on the wood via a sprayer? If so, what is the ratio? I am planning to dig around my house with a shovel in addition to this.
    A
    Termidor SC cannot be used to spray open areas inside your home or in the crawl space. Termidor SC can only be used inside of wall voids for indoors use.
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  • Asked by Scott from Harahan, La
    05/22/2014
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    What is the best way to get Termidor SC into the pre-existing holes in concrete around foundation.
    Can I use a regular garden sprayer or will a funnel fitted into the existing holes serve the purpose. Or do I need some type of professional sprayer to insure complete coverage.
    A
    Good news! Applying Termidor SC into drilled holes does not require a professional sprayer. You can apply it through a funner in each hole or use a pumpo sprayer to pump the solution in.
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  • Asked by Randall from Montgomery, Tx
    07/24/2014
    Q
    Will Termidor SC kill fire ants?
    A
    Termidor SC is not a good option for fire ant control because it can only be used on or immediately adjacent to a structure, it is not labeled to be used out in the yard.  We recommend using a fire ant bait granule such as Advion Fire Ant Granules or Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Granules. Both of these are labeled specifically for fire ants and can be used out in the yard as a broadcast or mound treatment.
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  • Asked by Seth from Fort Lauderdale, Fl
    11/01/2014
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    Why can Termidor only be applied twice per year?
    A
    Termidor can only be applied 2 times per year due to Label and EPA regulations because Termidor has been shown to leach into the soil and can stay active in the soil for at least 10 years.
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  • Asked by Rita from Mesa, Az
    01/12/2015
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    How do I get rid of indoor termites?
    I have found through research that a rarely used Powder Room in our home has many termite (tunnels) hanging from the ceiling. At first they looked like little pin holes. Now they look like underground caverns. I desperately need to get rid of these and then move on to the large amount of tunnels around the outer perimeter of my 13 year old home. Help!!!!! I can not afford Professional Services.
    A
    We would recommend that you apply a termite treatment in the soil surrounding the structure to form a continuous barrier that will kill and prevent subterranean termites from entering your home. A termite soil treatment will kill the termites that are inside of your home as well as the termite colony and queen that is outside of your home in the ground. Please read over our Subterranean Termite Treatment Guide for detailed treatment instructions. If you have further questions please call our customer service department at 866-581-7378.
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  • Asked by Bob
    01/28/2011
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    How much Termidor SC do I mix in a four gallon back pack sprayer for ants around the foundation?
    A
    Termidor SC is labeled to be applied to the outside perimeter of your home only, 1 foot up onto the foundation and 1 foot out onto the ground.  So this equals a 2 foot band all the way around your home.  Typically, most homes only require one gallon of solution to go all the way around.  If you have a large home you may require 2 gallons, but not more than that is usually necessary.  We would suggest 1 gallon of solution to start with.  Termidor SC should be mixed at a .06% solution, which is mixing .8 ounces (the red line on the measuring portion on the bottle) per gallon of water.
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  • Asked by Mike
    04/29/2011
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    Termidor or Dominion Damage on Sprinkler Pipe?
    When trenching around the foundation before applying Termidor or Dominon, it is likely to expose the PVC sprinkler pipes. And the solution will touch directly the pipes when being applied to the trench. Will that do any damage to the pipes (for example chemical reaction between the PVC material and the liquid)? Thanks
    A
    You have nothing to worry about.  Termidor and Dominion are made to deal with dirt only and will not pose any threat at all to any pvc, copper, or metal pipes or wires in the ground.
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  • Asked by Kim
    07/12/2011
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    I have a lemon & apple trees 3 feet from the foundation where the Termidor SC will be injected.
    Will fruit from these trees ever be safe to eat? Do I need to remove the trees? Or discard the fruit from the next season?
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    Termidor SC  bonds to the soil and does not move once it is applied.  Therefore, it can be applied where a well or garden is present as long as it is more than 10 feet away from the well or garden or tree.  We would suggest not applying Termidor SC along the side of the house that is within 10 feet of the trees.  You should keep a close eye on this area of the house for termites, or you can of course always install some Termite Bait Stations in that area for monitoring activity. 

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  • Asked by Andrew from Mesa Az
    08/29/2011
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    Drilling at a 45 degree angle to gain access under the slab as well as trenching?
    I am told that I need to drill at a 45 degree angle so as to access the area behind the footer and under the slab. I am sure I can do this from inside the house with verticle holes but with carpet installed that is a no go unless I pull back the carpet which is doable. This 45 degree hole will also be done in areas where trenching is also done.
    A
    When using Termidor SC, drilling into the interior of a slab is NOT necessary if you are treating the outside perimeter of the home.  If you are trenching around the outside of the house and drilling through slabs attached to the house, then you do not have to drill interior slabs.  This is clearly stated on the product label.
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