Termidor SC Help - Questions and Answers

Asked by Leah from Wilmington, De

06/30/2014

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I was hoping to get some facts on pesticides being used at my home & the safety for small children and fetuses.
I recently read an article suggesting a link between pesticides and autism. The evidence was weak, but I was hoping to get some facts on pesticides being used at my home and the safety for small children and fetuses. The pesticides used are Delta Dust, Cy-Kick CS, Mother Earth Granular scatter bait, and Termidor SC. We are never present during application. Are these safe for home use around children/pregnant women?

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We understand your concerns and are happy to address them. Delta Dust is placed inside the wall voids so this is inaccessible to children and adults as well. Cy-Kick CS is safe once it is dry. Children should be kept out of the area that MotherEarth Granular Scatter Bait is placed until the application is complete. Termidor SC should only be used outdoors unless there is an active termite infestation indoors and you are applying it directly to the infested area. This is another product that children should be kept out of the area while it is being applied.

These products are safe to use around your home if they are being used correctly. We recommend always following the labels on products and taking the necessary precautions.

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Asked by Richard from Williamstown

06/06/2019

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Can Termidor SC be used through a weep hose in areas around a house that are inaccessible under a deck?

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No, Termidor SC cannot be used in any type of irrigation application because of backflow issues. Be sure to read the full product label and only apply the product as instructed.

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Asked by Herbert from Grasonville, Md

04/06/2012

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Number of trenches per side?
Directions say "six-inch wide and six-inch deep trench directly against the foundation everywhere the ground comes up to the structure" and fill with Termidor. Just want to make sure, but do I dig more than one trench on one side of house 10 feet apart, or just one trench and add total gallons depending the length of that side?

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You will need to dig one continuous trench and just mark it off in 10 ft sections and apply 4 diluted gallons of Termidor Sc for every 10 foot of trench.

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Asked by Annice from Serverville, Tn

06/02/2018

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When it rains a lot, will it wash Termidor SC off my house?

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Termidor SC is labeled for against structures 1 ft and 1 ft out. It is safe if it had at least 24 hrs after application to dry prior to rain. We do offer products that are great for other areas on the structure for carpenter bees. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees and our Carpenter Bee Control Kit.

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Asked by Joe from Fort Payne, Al

05/29/2018

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Does Termidor SC kill centipides?

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Yes, Termidor SC is labeled for centipedes. Keep in mind that this product is labeled for outdoor use only. You will apply at a rate of 0.8 oz per gallon of water, 1 foot up and 1 foot out around the perimeter of the structure you are treating.

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Asked by Robert from Winston-salem, Nc

06/06/2013

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I have an all brick home and no active termites. do you recommend doing trenching & drilling?
Used a pest control co. for last 7 years with monitoring stations and yearly inside inspection. I want to do my own pest contol and uncertain if I need to dig & drill?

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If you are able to continue using the stations in the yard they used you can certainly continue to monitor these for activity. If they used the same type we carry on our site, then we can provide you with the necessary replacement parts as needed and guide you on how to check and treat the stations. If you do not have this ability, the best way to protect your home is to do the trench treatment around the foundation of the home and drill where you need to where any concrete touches the home(ie:driveway, garage, patio, etc.). By using Termidor you are protecting your home from any future infestations for the next 10 years. Please review our article on How To Do A Termite Treatment to see what would be involved in a home owner treatment, and feel free to contact us if you have any other questions.

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Asked by Karen

03/07/2011

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Is there any conflict between using Termidor SC and Bora-Care to treat the same area?
We have a concrete slab den that used to be a porch. We have had several incidents of termite damage over the past 20 years, despite termite treatment and annual inspections. We are now planning to have a professional company treat the foundation and slab with Termidor SC (trench and rod). We also are planning to treat the wood sill plates and plywood subfloor, as well as the top of the concrete slab, with Bora-Care. Our termite company says this should not present a conflict between the products, but we wanted to make sure, since they do not deal with Bora-Care.

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Using Termidor SC and Bora-Care in/around the same structure is done all the time and should pose no conflict. Termidor SC and Bora-Care are superior termite control products and should offer you great results.

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Asked by Joe from Beersheba Springs

05/19/2016

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Can I mix Termidor with a weed killer?
I am working around several large warehouses and would like to do both at once to save some time.

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Due to the nature of Termidor SC it would not be advisable to mix it with anything else. Adding in other products could decrease the non repellency effect of Termidor SC.

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Asked by Shirley from Alexandria, Va

04/22/2017

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Termidor SC was mistakenly applied inside empty kitchen cabinets. What can be done to make the cabinets safe?

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Termidor SC is not labeled to be used inside except for spot treating active infestations. If applied as a crack and crevice spray inside cabinets it would be recommended to thoroughly clean the area with warm soap and water or an all-purpose surface cleaner.

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Asked by Linda from Apex, Nc

05/22/2019

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We are cleaning crawlspace for mold, then sealing. Can Termidor still be used?
Mold was found in our crawl space. The cleaning company is planing on sealing the space after killing the mold. Will our termidor applications still be able to be done?

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If your crawlspace is sealed then no you would not be able to dig a trench and apply Termidor inside the crawlspace, you would only apply it around the outside perimeter of your home.

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Asked by Anita from Wadsworth, Oh

06/01/2015

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I have gravel all around house will spraying for Carpenter Ants work?

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We would recommend to pull the gravel back and then apply Termidor to the soil. You want to make the applcation once very 6 months.

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Asked by Michael from Indianapolis, In

08/21/2013

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How effective is Termidor SC against termites? Is it easy to apply Termidor SC?

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Termidor SC is very effective in treating termites in the soil and lasts longer than any other liquid concentrate labeled for termites. Treating with Termidor SC can be easy but requires a lot of labor when trenching and drilling. Please read the following article by clicking on the link on How to Perform Your Own Termite Treatment for step by step instructions.

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Asked by Ash from Princeton, Nj

03/27/2015

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Termidor/Tarus concentration and depth penetration....
I have a two spots where the termites look like they are entering. I will use either Termidor or Tarus, but there are different concentrations. Is 0.06% ok or better to user higher in those spots. Additionally 4 gal per 10 feet is standard. Should I be decreasing the feet to get product deeper into ground in trouble areas.... If so how much? Lastly ok to use product day after rain

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Both Termidor and Taurus would be applied at .8 oz per gallon of water. The 6 inch deep trench is deep enough and there is generally no need to go lower than that. Decreasing the footage the 4 gallons covers does not make the product penetrate deeper as it is going to bind to the soil it is applied to. It is ok to use the product a day after rain but you want to make sure the soil is not too saturated with water from the rain.

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Asked by Emily from Central Texas

06/20/2014

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When applying Termidor SC for ant control is it a good idea to dampen the soil prior to treatment?
or water it in after treatment?

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According to the label, you should not apply Termidor SC when precipitation is occuring or treat soil that is water-saturated or frozen. It is best to wait until you have a few days of no rain in the forecast so there is at least 24 - 36 hours time after you treat before it rains. Termidor SC is made to bond to the soil but it needs time to "set" and bond to hold up against a rain event.

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Asked by Anonymous

02/17/2015

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What temperatures for outside trench application for termites

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When it comes to termites, you should never wait as there is never a best time. Especially if you are worried about activity. Having said that the dryer the soil the better for Termidor SC when you are using it as a prevention in a trench around the perimeter of the home. Termidor SC is made to bond to the soil, and the less moisture in the ground, the easier it is for it to take hold and provide long lasting protection. The only temperature that effects Termidor SC is when it is below freezing. We recommend reading our 'How to Perform A Termite Treatment'article. It offers information on application, tools needed, product recommendations and other instructions.

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Asked by Martha from Star Prairie, Wi

06/02/2018

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We have the little tiny black ants; they leave a small amount of granular debris below sheet rock wall.
We have used terro some slowing. ordered Advion gel bait and Advance Granules from you. Should we also get the fipronil product to spray outside along foundation?

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It would be a great benefit to add a barrier spray outside using Termidor SC.

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Asked by M from South Louisiana

10/12/2018

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What is the best way to treat a Fire Ant mound with Termidor SC?
I already treat around the perimeter of my house. But there are several mounds out in the yard. I have sprayed some termidor SC on them & after several days to a week, they have a new, living mound right beside it.

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Termidor SC is only labeled for application right up against a structure and is not labeled to treat fire ant mounds. We do carry Extinguish Plus Fire for fire ants.

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Asked by Pedro from San Juan, Pr

04/28/2017

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Can I use Termidor SC around trees with and without termite infestations?

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Unfortunately, Termidor SC is not labeled to be used in a tree application. Only up against a structure. If you need a product that can be used around trees we would recommend using a product like Dominion 2L Termiticide Concentrate which can be used in this type of application.

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Asked by Webdy from St Pete Fl

07/25/2013

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Is it safe to use termidor indoors, it has been sprayed in my cabinets and drawers.
THIS WAS APPLIED TO INSIDE OF BATHROOM CABINETS AND ALSO INSIDE DRAWRES IS THIS SAFE TO BE AROUND AFTERWARDS ?

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Termidor SC is not labeled for use indoors, unless for termite spot treatments. Please contact BASF 800-526-1076 for help trouble shooting this issue.

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Asked by E. from Burlington, Vt

06/10/2014

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Can I apply Termidor in front my door porch and concrete sidewalk?
For carpenter ant control, on 3 sides of my home a concrete sidewalk is touching the brick wall of the home. Animal and human are walking on the sidewalk. Safe to apply Termidor? Same for the garage door main main door porch?

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Termidor SC can be applied a foot up and a foot out directly against the structure on all sides. It should NOT be applied as a broadcast on the driveway, outside or used indoors.

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