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  • Asked by Inor
    05/09/2011
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    My house is on a crawlspace and there is an attached wooden deck that is too low to crawl under to trench..
    How would you treat this area?
    A
    If you are lucky enough to have the wood on the deck run parallel to the house, then you can remove 2 runs of wood running against the house, perform the trench and treat method under the porch, and then put back the wood.  If your wood decking runs perpendicular from the house, then you don't have many options.  You can trench around the perimeter of the deck and then pour some termiticide from the bucket against the house so hopefully most of it is saturated into the ground against the house.  This is of course better than not doing anything at all, but you should keep a close eye on the area.
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  • Asked by Eva
    05/30/2011
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    I live on a lake house, is Termidor good for spiders and webs? If not what is?
    I live in new jersey
    A
    Termidor should not be used near a body of water.  If you are located very close to the lake, or are treating spiders in a boat house, you have to be very careful because insecticides are very detrimental to aquatic life.  If you live very close to the water then you should use Eco Exempt IC3.  It is an all natural product and will kill all insects.  Best of all it is not harmful to aquatic life.
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  • Asked by C, from Smithville, Mo
    08/07/2011
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    Is there a test kit for Termidor solutions?
    I had a sample out of the tank and was wondering after a year can I get a sample of the soil and test for Termidor or rather Fipronil to see if any amount is still active?
    A
    There is not a soil sample test kit for homeowners use that we know of.  However, most states department of agriculture's have a way to test soil for termiticides.
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  • Asked by Ed from San Diego, Ca
    08/25/2011
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    For a 6"X6"X10' trench is the aim to coat all the walls of the trench or do I just fill the bottom?
    If the back fill isn't completely soaked with the liquid is the coating on the sides of the trench sufficient?
    A
    The goal is to soak the bottom of the trench so the solution sinks down into the ground along the foundation.  After the solution soaks into the ground, you should apply the solution to the backfill as you push it back into the trench so you have a complete treated barrier against the house.
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  • Asked by Melissa from Elkton, Md
    09/13/2011
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    Is Termidor safe when you have a well?
    We have a well that is 210 feet under ground. Is it safe to spray Termidor in our yard?
    A
    Termidor is not labeled to spray in the yard, it is only labeled to be applied next to the house as a spray for ants or in the ground for termites.  The rule of thumb is that Termidor can be applied as long as the well is more than 10 feet away from the house.  Termidor is made to bond to soil and not run off, but only when applied as a termite treatment into the ground. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions and precautions.
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  • Asked by Steve
    09/23/2011
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    Question regarding Termidor use indoors.
    A Licensed pest control professional used Termidor to eliminate ants. Besides around the foundation, he used it in the crawl space and around openings in the kitchen. Are there any problems with this type of application?
    A
    We cannot comment on treatments performed by pest control operators. We can tell you that the Termidor SC product label does allow applications in wall voids only indoors and there are limited applications allowed in crawlspaces. You can read pages 13-15 of the Termidor SC product label to see if the application performed by the pest control operator follows the instructions given by the manufacturer.
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  • Asked by Patrick from Coldwater Ms.
    10/27/2011
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    Would Termidor be suitable for bagworms on evergreen trees?
    Would the chemical be transferred form worm to worm as in the case of transference like the termites and ants do?
    A
    Termidor SC is not labeled to be used in the manner you have described and it would be illegal to use it in such a way. Because Termidor SC does have the ability to be transferred from insect to insect you could potentially wipe out entire honey bee colonies by misusing the product which could be a huge problem for local farmers. The transfer effect that Termidor does have only works for social insects like ants, bees, wasps and termites. We recommend that you choose a product that lists bagworms on the product label such as Talstar P (Talstar P is the product most commonly selected by pros for bagworm control), Thuricide, Mavrik, or Permethrin SFR. Please take a few minutes to read our article Bagworm Control to learn when you should start spraying for bagworms.
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  • Asked by Omar from Houston, Texas
    12/28/2011
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    Can I apply termidor to all sides but the garage slab?
    I want to apply termidor to my house, but I don't want to drill the holes on the concrete slab of the garage. Will termidor be as effective if I just dig a trench and apply termidor to all 4 sides of my house except the concrete slab? or can I just continue the trench around the sides of the concrete slab?
    A

    You can do that if you choose, but it is not as effective as drilling the slab inside the garage.  This is because the garage is a separately poured slab, meaning the termites could come from deep underground and come up to the surface under the garage slab, and enter the wall where your door is going into the house untouched.  You don't have to drill every wall in the garage, just the walls that are not exterior walls, where you have living space on the other side of the garage wall and apply Termidor.  So it is a personal choice, but drilling the garage walls is the best way to protect all entry points.

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  • Asked by Diane from United States
    03/09/2012
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    Can you stop termite treatment after some period of time?
    We had bait stations when we moved in our home 8 years ago. For 7 years we have continued to treat and there has not been one active station. Do we have to keep doing this forever or can we stop since there has been no activity. We believe originally they came due to a problem with our stucco and replaced the entire exterior the year we moved in.
    A
    Termite control is an ongoing process. Termites can move into your area at any given time and you should always protect your biggest investment, your home, from these damaging pests.
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  • Asked by Bill from Wayland, Ma
    04/16/2012
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    Using Termidor as a perimeter pest control treatment against ants
    What is the proper application rate when using Termidor as a perimeter pest control treatment against ants
    A
    The usage instructions for ant control and general pest control using Termidor SC is all the way at the very end of the product label and can be hard to find. You will need to use 0.80 fl oz (fill to the red measuring line on the bottle) per gallon of water for ant/general pest control outdoors around the perimeter of your home.
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  • Asked by James from Valrico,fl
    04/25/2012
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    Can I spray Termidor SC around my garden?
    A
    Termidor SC 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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  • Asked by Ken from Roselle, Nj
    05/07/2012
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    Can I apply Termindor SC on areas that have been treated with a store bought ant control spray?
    I've sprayed around the perimeter of my home with an ant spray from a hardware store. It provided temporary protection from the ants as some of them came back. Can I apply Termidor SC on these treated areas? Or do I have to wait a couple of weeks?
    A
    If the ants are not being eliminated by the product you have down now and they don't seem to be avoiding the treated area there really shouldn't be a problem with applying Termidor SC right away. If you are finding some dead ants in the treated areas it would be best to wait a week or two so that the product that was already applied doesn't effect the non-repellency or the transfer factors of Termidor SC.
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  • Asked by Gayle from Sarcoxie Mo.
    05/15/2012
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    Should I spray the Termidor before they start coming inside or wait till I see them?
    A
    You did not name an insect but in most cases the old saying 'an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" stands true. It is usually much easier to prevent insect infestations like using Termidor than to eliminate them once they start.
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  • Asked by Sheila from Toledo, Oh.
    05/16/2012
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    Is Termidor safe for outside garden beds with flowers, shrubs,trees?
    I have rose bushes,tulips,greenery coverage, etc.
    A
    Termidor is not labeled for use on trees and plants.  It is only labeled for use around your homes foundation for termites, ants, and other selected pests.  For treating lawn, turf, and ornamental plants, trees, and shrubs that do not contain anything edible, you should Talstar Insecticide.
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  • Asked by Ron from Mesa Arizona
    05/16/2012
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    To terminate subterranean termites use; Termidor or Tengard?
    A
    Termidor is the number one product on the market for termites today and is the product of choice for subterranean termites. Termidor is completely undetectable by termites and once termites touch it they contact, ingest and spread the termiticide until it eliminates the entire colony and it will last for about 10 years in the soil. Tengard can be detected by termites and they will try to avoid the treated areas and it will only eliminate the termites that come into direct contact with treated areas. Tengard will last for about 5 years in the soil.
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  • Asked by Jenn from Athens, Ga
    06/08/2012
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    Am I required to keep pest control on my house?
    My pest control company told me I have to keep pest control on my house, or I won't ever be able to sell it (without proof of constant pest control) but it is expensive and they never find termite activity. I know that is always subject to change, but isn't there a way I can do it myself and not suffer the consequences if I decide to sell? Thank you!
    A

    We cannot answer that question for you.  You are definitely not required, however, if your state requires a termite letter at the time of closing, only professional companies can issue these letters and if you do not have an active contract with a company you will usually be forced to pay a large sum to have your house treated to get a clearance letter.  You should call your state Department of Agriculture which is usually the department that manages pest control companies and ask if your state is one that requires a termite closing letter when selling a house. 

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  • Asked by Andrew from Canton Ga
    07/09/2012
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    My house is on a concrete slab and is about 12 yrs. old. We have been in the house about 8 yrs. and have been
    using the Spectricide termite stakes around the house. I worry about cracks in the slab under the carpet, wood flooring. Am I safe using these stakes?
    A
    The stakes are safe to use, but they are not a professional solution and are not strong enough to adequately protect your home. 

    You should perform a liquid termite treatment in the ground to get the termites where they are entering your house.  To perform a treatment just as a professional company would do, please read our How To Do A Termite Treatment Article which explains exactly how you should treat your home properly.  Doing a treatment like what is described in the article will not only take care of existing termites that you have, but it will also protect and prevent future termites from entering for about 7 years. 

    Here is a a link to the article:  http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/termite-treatment-c-3_352.html
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  • Asked by Greg from Apollo Beach ,fl
    02/12/2013
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    How do you treat a Moble Home (trench around all leveling blocks, tie downs , and skirting) with Termidor SC?
    A
    You will need to trench all around the skirt just like you would a homes foundation and then you will need to trench around all of the blocks that are holding the trailer up just like you would a homes piers in a crawlspace. You are on the right track!
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  • Asked by David from Dacula, Ga.
    04/08/2013
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    Termidor was trenched in my vegetable garden; can I use that area now or ever?
    Also, can I transfer dirt to another area as I have been using that spot for 12 years now and the soil is great. The trenched area was only 8 inches into garden; can I just plant away from that area.
    A
    You cannot use the soil that was treated with Termidor SC for planting edible plants. You must keep any edible garden plants far enough away from the soil so that the roots do not enter that area. You should also note that if you disturb the trenched area where the Termidor SC was applied you will be disturbing the barrier and could cause an opening for termites to cross.
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  • Asked by Terrill from Irving, Tx
    04/10/2013
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    Can I treat with Termidor SC myself? If so how much do I need?
    On the interior wall of a room in our office I noticed three small holes with dirt piles on top of them and when I brushed the dirt off and looked closer I noticed it was termites. Our pest control rep just told me that he needed 125 gallons to treat our 3000 sq ft building and to flush our pipes, and also foam. He is quoting us $1100 for the best price he can do. Is this a job I can do myself? If so, how much product would I need to buy? Please help!
    A
    Yes, you can treat yourself. The article below will tell you how to treat yourself as well as how to calculate how much you need.

    You should perform a liquid termite treatment in the ground to get the termites where they are entering your house.  To perform a treatment just as a professional company would do, please read our How To Do A Termite Treatment Article which explains exactly how you should treat your home properly.  Doing a treatment like what is described in the article will not only take care of existing termites that you have, but it will also protect and prevent future termites from entering for about 7 years. 

    Here is a link to the article:  http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/termite-treatment-c-3_352.html

    Please let me know if you have any further questions.

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