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  • Asked by Larry from Knoxville Tn
    05/15/2012
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    Can termidor be used on trees and plants to kill pests without harming the plants?
    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 Misty from Goodlettsville,tn
    06/12/2012
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    What do I need to use just for preventative temite control?
    We built our house 5 years ago and had it treated for termites then. We haven't done anything since then. What should we use for preventative termite control?
    A
    Termidor SC (or Taurus SC the generic of Termidor SC) is our most popular choice for a termite preventative. Termidor will protect your home and eliminate almost any termite problem in less than 90 days. In addition, when used as an in-ground barrier treatment, Termidor will protect your home for over 10 years. Termidor is completely undetectable by termites and once termites touch it they contact, ingest and spread the termiticide until it eliminates the entire colony. Termidor controls all types of termites including subterranean, formosan, and drywood termites. Please take a few minutes to read our article How to do a termite treatment to learn how to perform your own barrier treatment.
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  • Asked by Jim from Utica, Ny
    06/16/2012
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    What can I use for a carnivorous ant which attacks the soft tissue of trapped mice?
    MY seasonal travel trailer's in the Adirondacks. I've had no problem eliminating the mice which have gained access to the trailer, but these ants appear between the time of the kill and the emptying of the trap.
    A
    We are not sure what type of ants you have based on your description (most ants will eat dead animals as they need protein during certain times of the year) but using Termidor SC around the exterior of your structure should help eliminate them. Termidor is a non-repellent insecticide that also has a transfer effect. That means that ants cannot tell that the Termidor is there and will walk right over it and then pick the product up on their bodies and inadvertently carry it back to the colony. Then, through normal social interaction, the ants spread the Termidor and wipe out the colony. Termidor only needs to be applied two times per year and is effective for a wide variety of insects including ants, centipedes, roaches, spiders, silverfish, wasps and many other nuisance insects.
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  • Asked by Howard from Jacksonville Fla
    06/18/2012
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    is it possible to mix termodor sc with quickset concrete to control insects outside
    A
    You cannot mix Termidor SC with concrete for insect control. Termidor SC can be used in the soil under concrete or you can drill holes through the concrete to reach the soil but it cannot be mixed with the concrete itself. Please read the Termidor SC product label for a full listing of the ways Termidor SC can be used.
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  • Asked by Teresa from Baytown, Tx
    07/23/2012
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    I have "Crazy Raspberry" Ants. They are tearing up my wiring in my well and septic.
    They are able to out-compete fire ants because they reproduce faster. The ants are not attracted to ordinary ant baits, are not controlled by over-the-counter pesticides, and are harder to fully exterminate because their colonies have multiple queens. (Taken from Wikipedia) I have read that the only type of pesticide which will kill them is fipronil. Does your MaxForce product have this pesticide in it? I didn't see it listed on the product sheet
    A
    I believe the Fipronil product they were referring to was Termidor SC. Termidor SC used outdoors and Phantom used indoors have been the most effective products to control crazy Raspberry Ants. Ant baits (including the maxforce product that contains fipronil) and synthetic pyrethroid insecticides do not seem to do an effective job controlling this ant species. Texas A&M University has done extensive research regarding these ants and you can find detailed articles on their extension website.
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  • Asked by Janet
    07/31/2012
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    Is 6 inches deep enough when trenching? How come drilled holes have to be deeper?
    I am getting more confident in being able to tackle trenching and drilling for Termidor. I noticed that the guide states when you are drilling around the foundation, the deeper you go, the better. How come this is not the case for trenching? Do sub-termites not live deeper than 6 inches into the soil? And what is the recommended method in pouring Termidor down the drilled foundation, should you use a funnel?
    A
    The trench should be 6" x 6" as stated in the product label as the large volume of dilution will go deeper than the 6" (the termites usually come closer to the surface to forage as that is where the wood will come into contact with the soil). The drilled holes should be deeper because you are trying to pump in such a large volume of diluted product into a tiny space and the deeper the thin hole the easier it will be for the product to disperse into the soil.
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  • Asked by Matt from Ca
    04/04/2013
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    I work for a termite company in CA. They try to make me treat in the rain. What is the law in CA?
    I know the label stats "do not treat while precipitation is occurring" however my company who will remain annoymus is trying to say as long as the soil is protected by the eves of the house is okay to treat.. please let me know I don't want to break the law and risk having my Branch 2 and 3 revoked. and plus a fine or jail time.
    A
    The law varies greatly in each state and we are located in Georgia and are unfamiliar with the law in California. You should contact the department of agriculture in your state and ask for their expertise on this law.
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  • Asked by Jason from Tifton Georgia
    04/13/2013
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    I've been using Termidor SC in one tank for about 5 years now, and there seems to be a rotten egg smell.
    seems like it only does it at the start of each new job after the tank has set up overnight. maybe some of the product was left in the hose. is there anyone else complaining about this. thank you
    A
    We have never heard of any one reporting this smell. Perhaps their is a high sulfur content in the water you are using. We recommend making sure you triple rinse the tank and hoses after use.
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  • Asked by T from Arlington, Tn
    04/18/2013
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    I had the outside of my home trenched and treated with Termidor and it rained 8 hours later.
    Will effectiveness of termidor be weakened?
    A
    If the Termidor did not have a chance to dry completely it could have been effected by the rain. We recommend you contact BASF directly and ask what they recommend you do in this situation. You can reach BASF by calling 800-526-1072
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  • Asked by Will from Baltimore Maryland
    04/19/2013
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    Can I use Termidor SC within my basement floor?
    I had two professionals come out to give me a quote for termites and they threw out $1300 dollars wow...So I want to try it myself my question is can I use the product within my basement floor? the professionals said that they were going to drill inside and outside where they thought it needed. I've read that you shouldn't use it inside the house.
    A
    Yes, you can apply Termidor to drilled holes in your basement. The only permissible ways Termidor can be used indoors is when it is applied to drilled holes or wall voids.
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  • Asked by Dee from Durham, Nc
    04/22/2013
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    Just had a treatment of Termidor and my veggie garden was "injected" too because of proximity. Can I re-plant?
    The soil from the garden is against the house. We removed the plants for the treatment. Can they be replanted in the same spot?
    A
    No. You will be disrupting the barrier allowing termites to gain access to your home if you displace/disturb the soil to plant the garden. You will also be contaminating the vegetable plants as well by using the treated soil.
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  • Asked by Josh from Ohio
    04/24/2013
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    Is Termidor affected by herbicides/weed killers that I would use in the flower bed next to my house?
    I need to kill the weeds in my flower beds but I'm afraid to apply any killer in liquid or granule form because I don't know if it will negatively affect my Termidor treatment I had done a year ago.
    A
    We don't think the herbicides will be a problem with the Termidor. The problem will be if plants are growing through that barrier treatment and disturbing the barrier that was put into place.
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  • Asked by Sonny from Moraga, Ca
    05/03/2013
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    Is spraying the exterior wall from the crawl space an effective method of application?
    I have subterranean termites noticed when they began to build mud tunnels inside my house at grout indentations on the floor. I have a brick patio abutting the house which may be the source of termites. I don't want to disturb the bricks and flower gardens so I thought I can spray Bora Care from the crawl space. Is this an effective way to apply Boracare and eliminate these termites? Or, do I need to spray/trench from the outside? How long will it take to notice any results?
    A

    To treat subterranean termites we always recommend to trench where you can and also treat the crawlspace. Termidor SC can be used in crawlspaces. There are complete instructions on the Termidor SC product label (page 5) on how to use the product in the crawlspace, so if a bit inadvertently goes into the crawlspace it should not pose a problem.

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  • Asked by Kellie from Wilmington, Nc
    05/09/2013
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    I have hear that Termidor warranties their product against termite damage, is this true?
    If Termidor does warranty their product against termite damage, does it only apply if installed by a professional?
    A
    This would normally only apply if a professional has treated your home, as the manufacturer can not be liable for any damage when they are not there to make sure you do the treatment properly. If you would like further information you can always contact the manufacturer BASF at 1-800-526-1072.
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  • Asked by Doug from Psl, Florida
    05/15/2013
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    I want to make my own wood bait. What mixture would I use Termidor SC and water? Dry wood first or use wet?
    I want to soak 30 pieces of pine wood 1/2" X 1 1/2" X 6" in Termidor SC and then place them in the ground around my house. Assuming I will use a 5 gallon bucket, what is the highest Termidor SC and water mixture concentration I can use so that the wood is soaked thoroughly with termiticide and still remain a nonrepellant and undetectable to termites? Is it best to place the wood outside and air dry the pieces after soaking or simply place them into the ground immediately after the soaking treatment?
    A
    Termidor SC is not labeled to be used in the manner that you have described and we do not recommend you use it in this manner. Instead we recommend that you read our article How to do a liquid termite barrier treatment so you can understand how the product should be used so that is effective for termite control. If you still want to try to use it to make your own baits you should contact the manufacturer BASF for more information. You can reach BASF by calling 800-526-1072.
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  • Asked by Jack from Indonesia
    05/17/2013
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    My house will be built on 9 pillars, should i put termidor only around them or all over?
    the house is a log house and the location in known for termites, pillars are half a meter high.
    A
    Termidor should be applied through trenching or drilling around each pillar or area of the house that touches the ground. You still want to trench around the entire home as well. Please be sure to apply according to the product label instructions.
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  • Asked by Jack from Indonesia
    05/17/2013
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    can i carry termidor on a plane? (not in the hand luggage of course)
    A
    Whether or not you can carry it in your checked luggage will depend on the airport rules. You will need to check the TSA website to see if it meets their requirements for transporting it on a plane. You can also check with the manufacturer BASF at 1-800-777-8570.
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  • Asked by James from Loma Linda California
    05/17/2013
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    Can Termidor SC be sprayed on the trunk of fruit trees to keep ants off?
    If it cannot be sprayed on the trunk of fruit trees, can it be sprayed on the ground around the base of fruit trees?
    A
    Termidor is not labeled for use around fruit trees. You can use Dominion 2L on non-bearing fruit trees. spraying from the base up 15 ft of the trunk.
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  • Asked by Johnna from Ky
    05/17/2013
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    A "professional" sprayed Termidor all over my yard and all around my son's play area and swing set.
    After reading these q&a's I am very concerned! He did it for ants and ticks. What do I do now to insure my 4 yr old, dog and unborn child are safe while we are outside.
    A
    As you stated the product label specifically states to not spray Termidor on play sets. As a general rule, once the product has dried it is safe for children and pets to be around. If you are concerned about any possible problems, please contact BASF at 1-800-777-8570
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  • Asked by Nadinetravis from Citrus Springs, Fl
    05/17/2013
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    Will Termidor kill Huntsman spiders?
    A
    Termidor will treat spiders. However we most folks will use a residual product with a broader application area. Please check out our spider control kit. The spider control kit includes Cyper Wp, Web out and cob web duster.
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