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  • Asked by Melissa from Batesville,ar
    08/15/2023
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    Can I use this product in a fogging machine?
    A

    Termidor SC cannot be used in a fogging machine. It needs to be mixed with water and applied using a pump-up sprayer. 

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  • Asked by Andrew from Greensboro
    09/03/2023
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    Is a perimeter treatment with Termidor effective at getting rid of an existing termite investigation?
    A

    Termidor SC is applied in a 6-inch deep x 6-inch wide trench around the home for the prevention and treatment of termites.  It would not be effective just sprayed on the surface as you would for general pests, because termites are inches below when foraging for food and do not crawl on the surface.  If you have an active infestation of termites inside you will have to find and directly spot-treat the wood they are infesting and apply in a trench. Please review our prevent and treat guides for complete information on how to treat and prevent.

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  • Asked by Ghost from Miami
    09/08/2023
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    How many bottles of Termidor do I need to cover 40 feet?
    A

    Termidor SC 20 oz. will make 25 Gallons of Solution and will Treat 60 Lineal Feet of Trenching

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  • Asked by Celine
    09/14/2023
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    Is this good for dry wood termites?
    A

    Yes, Termidor SC controls all types of termites including subterranean, Formosan, and drywood termites. For Termidor SC to work on Drywood termites, you have to drill directly into the piece of wood the termites are in and inject Termidor into the wood.  Termidor does not penetrate into wood, so you have to inject it into the center.  It has to touch the termites to work, but the benefit is that it only has to contact a few termites, and then they can pass it on to the rest of the colony. 
    For Drywood termite treatments on wood, we recommend applying a product called Bora-Care. This product is applied to raw wood and penetrates further than any other product.

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  • Asked by Ben from Baltimore, Md
    09/19/2023
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    Wet cardboard with Termidor SC?
    If I soak cardboard with Termidor SC, and then let it dry, and then later place the cardboard underground in a roll, can it be used to kill the termite colony if I know there is a termite nearby? Cardboard has cellulose, and the mix of Termidor may perhaps do the trick.
    A

    Termidor SC is designed to either be sprayed  into a wall void, around the foundation of a structure or applied directly in a trench. Please see the label for full application instructions. 

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  • Asked by Stacy from Boca Raton Fl
    09/28/2023
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    Attic use of Termidor SC?
    I'm kind of freaking out bc my exterminator applied this all throughout my attic and I just saw it says outside use only. Should I be concerned?
    A

    Termidor is only labeled to be used inside when treating an active infestation but it does not penetrate into the wood.  While we cannot comment on what a professional company is going to do, when treating for an active drywood termite infestation you must treat it directly.

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  • Asked by Ron from Blackwood New Jersey
    10/30/2023
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    Will a 6x6 trench be an adequate treatment if I have a hollow block foundation?
    We found an active termite colony in our home so I got Termidor SC and mixed it at 1.6 I followed the directions and dug a 6x6 trenched around the exterior of my home. One area in the middle of my gable side wall has a small hill so that one area might have been 10-11 inches, I was trying to keep the area level so the treatment would be equal and level. I had to drill the slab on my front porch 12 inches in center it sits around 2.5 ft above ground level, I pumped Termador SC down at an angle towards the foundation wall, but couldn't really get it into the soil. Should I also inject the Termidor sc into the hollow block wall, or is my treatment sufficient?
    A

    When doing the trenching method, the Termidor SC will need to be applied around the entire perimeter and any supporting piers being sure to follow the product label instructions. If the piers/blocks are hollow, the product will also need to be injected into this area as well for best results.

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  • Asked by Nathaniel from West Grove, Pa
    11/17/2023
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    How do you treat termites under a deck that is 6 to 12 inches above the ground?
    How do you treat termites under a deck that is 6 to 12 inches above the ground, with Termidor sc, that runs along 1 side of the house? I would prefer not to RIP it off, also is the application temperature dependent as long as the ground isn't frozen
    A

    Depending on the termites you can use Termidor foam or Taurus SC.  If you would like to do a local treatment in the wood you can drill and inject the foam for control.  Or if they are subterranean termites you can do a soil treatment and or a local spray for control.  Please let me know if you have any questions.
     
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  • Asked by Trevin
    11/19/2023
    Q
    Better to apply outside or inside of crawl space ?
    I am building a new home and the block and foundation are finished. I have the opportunity to apply on the inside of my block now before house starts to be built. Any advantages of trenching inside over outside ? or is it recommended to just do the outside.
    A

    Inside the crawl space you would need to trench around any foundation piers with Termidor SC or Taurus SC that have direct soil contact and support the home but for the actual foundation, trenching around the exterior perimeter of the foundation would be all that is required for the 10 year barrier protection against Subterranean Termites.  
     
    Please view our Subterranean Termite Guide for more information. 

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  • Asked by Moses from Hawaii
    11/25/2023
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    Can I pour Termidor solution into an existing termite hole?
    Can I pour Termidor solution into an existing termite hole/tunnel to kill the colony? Or do I have to dig up the 'hive' in the dirt to reach the queen directly?
    A

    If you are trying to use Termidor SC indoor, yes it can be sprayed in a crevice where there is activity. If you are trying to use it outdoors, you would need to trench around the perimeter of the home. Keep in mind this product can only be used 1 foot up & 1 foot out from the home, it cannot be used out in the yard 

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  • Asked by Antonio from Hialeah
    03/01/2024
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    Hola es que quiero un producto para termitas arbórea pues las tengo en una mata de aguacate
    A

    Termidor SC no se puede utilizer en plantas comestibles. Muchas veces las termitas si solo se encuentran en la tierra cercan del arbol no le causan dano.

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  • Asked by Jay from Brick Nj
    03/13/2024
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    I accidentally used .8 ounces of Termidor SC per 4 gallons instead of the recommended amount.
    What should I do to correct this?
    A

    If you did not apply the correct amount of Termidor SC you would need to redo the entire trench and apply at the rate of 3.2 fl oz in 4 gallons per 10 lineal feet to get the correct application.

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  • Asked by Kristen from Myrtle Beach
    03/28/2024
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    Termador SC dogs bringing it into house after rain
    Yesterday we had a pest control company come out and treat for termites. Prior to this it rained a little bit so the soil was still wet. They applied the termidor SC around the perimeter and underneath of the home. They said it would dry within 2 hours time but there was no sun out, it was pretty dismal and after the 2 hours time it started to downpour and hasn't stopped. My worry is that we have dogs that need to go out to use the potty and I'm afraid they're going to be dragging it in and out of the house all over stuff. And we also have a pet bird that we have removed from the house prior to them spaying and are worried let this stuff is now contaminated the whole house because of the dogs and don't want anything to happen to the bird or the dogs for us in general. We're worried about touching things the dogs have contacted, and then bringing it in to the bird.
    A

    Unfortunately, this is not a common situation and therefore, we are unable to advice. We recommend contacting the emergency number on the safety data sheet (SDS), 1-800-424-9300 and we also recommend to contact the company that performed the treatment.
     
    Best Regards,

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  • Asked by Willie from Columbus, Ms
    04/04/2024
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    Can Termidor SC be spray inside of brick walls that have been drilled out for termites?
    My house been drilled in bricks for Termites, can I spray this product n my drilled brick holes?
    A

    Yes, liquid termiticides can be used to drill and inject into brick. Normally, horizontal drilling through brick is not needed unless you have a hollow block wall leading into a basement that you need to treat on the inside. You would follow the instructions laid out at the link below to our Termite Treatment Guide on how to do a trench around the foundation of your home with Termidor to get the 10 year protection from subterranean termites. Any areas you have concrete against the foundation (i.e., patio, sidewalk, driveway/garage) where you can't trench, you would need to drill a hole every 12 inches across and treat the soil below the concrete. These instructions are also laid out in the guide and product label of Termidor SC which you can find a link to under the Product Documents section on the Termidor SC page

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  • Asked by Lauren from Wv
    04/08/2024
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    Can I treat at the surface and trench with Termidor SC?
    I want to treat against ants (surface) but also want to prevent termites (trench). Can I do both simultaneously or do I need to wait a period of time prior after trenching before I apply at the surface level or vice versa?
    A

    Termidor SC can be applied around foundation right after trenching. You would not want to spray and than trench, since the trench should not be disturbed after it has been done. 

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  • Asked by Ronald from Iganga-uganda
    04/18/2024
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    Termidor use in eucalyptus plantations?
    Can I use Termidor as a termite killer in my eucalyptus plantation and if yes how best can I do it?
    A

    No, Termidor SC is not labeled for this type of application.

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  • Asked by Mary from Lake Charles La
    04/22/2024
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    How many gallons of water to add to 1 pint of Termidor?
    A

    When diluting Termidor SC with water, you will use 0.8 fluid ounces of the product per 1 gallon of water. There really is no math required for this. You will just measure 0.8 fluid ounces of the product using the measuring reservoir on the bottle. You will then pour that amount of product into 1 gallon of water. When using a 1 gallon sprayer, the idea is to fill the sprayer up half way (1/2 gallon), add the 0.8 ounces of Termidor SC, agitate (or shake up) the chemical, fill the sprayer to 1 gallon, and agitate the chemical again. 

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  • Asked by Eric from New York
    05/03/2024
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    Carpenter ants after exterior treatment.
    After treating the exterior of the home, we did notice less carpenter ants in our home but what do we do with the ones that show up inside the house? They definitely look affected by the termidor as they are frozen in place or twitching. Do we leave these almost dead ants alone until they crawl up and die or can we dispose of these ants that are barely moving?
    A

    Our Indoor Carpenter Ant Kit has commercial-grade products in it. So it would definitely be a step above anything you could purchase in a big box store or most likely locally. This kit gives you everything needed to combat a carpenter ant infestation. We have a great Carpenter Ant Treatment Guide here with additional tips. Yes, it is ok to remove the almost-dead ants.

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  • Asked by Glenn from Alabama
    05/03/2024
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    With a house on stilts. Would I still need to trench the whole way around or just where the pilings are?
    A

    When using Termidor SC or Taurus SC for termite trench treatments, you will need to dig the 6 in x 6 in trench around any foundation, pillars, piers or support blocks that touch the soil and pour the 4 gallons of mixed solution every 10 linear feet (cumulative). 
     
    Please view our Subterranean Termite Treatment Guide for more information. 

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  • Asked by Scott from Media, Pa
    05/06/2024
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    Do I need to reapply Termidor SC after recent mulching?
    I had a pest company apply Termidor SC around the perimeter of my house. The next day we had landscaping done where they removed bushes and added new mulch. Does Termidor need to be reapplied?
    A

    Termidor SC should only be applied a foot up and a foot out directly up against the structure for a topical treatment once every six months per the product label.

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