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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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    6 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • 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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    6 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Randall from Montgomery, Tx
    07/24/2014
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    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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    6 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Seth from Fort Lauderdale, Fl
    11/01/2014
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    Why can Termidor only be applied twice per year?
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    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 Mark from Harvey, La
    11/10/2014
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    Does Termidor SC kill/prevent formosan termites?
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    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 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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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kelci from Willacoochee, Ga
    08/05/2013
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    Is Termidor sprayed on the ground around my house effective for termite control?
    I've been mixing 1.6 oz per gallon and spraying 2 gallons per 10 linear foot around our home. It's a brick home with concrete foundation.
    A
    Spraying Termidor SC topically around your home is an ineffective way to control termites. Termidor SC needs to be applied in a trenching treatment for it to be effective. You have also been applying the product too strongly. You should use .8 fl oz per gallon of water and then use 6 gallons of finished solution per 10 linear feet. Please read the termite treatment guide at the following link: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/how-to-perform-termite-treatment-a-87.html
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  • Asked by Arthur from Silver Spring Md
    08/05/2013
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    Does Termidor SC have a smell?
    A
    Termidor SC does have a slight odor though we have never had a complaint that the smell was overwhelming.
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    5 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • 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 Bryce from Maricopa, Az
    11/04/2013
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    How to treat for termites in Arizona. Different ground cover around home
    The majority of the perimeter of my home is rock over dirt. I have a landscaped area in my backyard with pavers going up to the foundation of the house. How do i treat this type of area?? Also, in my front yard there is a walk way going to the front door. Since i obviously can't dig up the concrete, do I treat on the outer side of the concrete walkway which is away from the foundation?? What about my garage and driveway areas? Thank you very much.
    A

    The answer to this question is also in our How To Do A Termite Treatment Article. You will want to use the Termidor product. For your concrete areas against the home, you will need to get the termiticide underneath the concrete against the foundation. To do this you will need a hammer drill with a 1/2" x 18" drill bit. You drill holes throughout the concrete about 3-4 inches away from the wall or foundation, and about every 10"-12" apart. Once the holes are drilled, you fill at the same rate you did the trench, 4 gallons per 10 feet. To fill these I would recommend using the one gallon sprayer on a "pin stream" setting so you can force the liquid down the hole and not splash it everywhere. You can also use a funnel and pour the termiticide down the holes. It is difficult to get 4 gallons per 10 feet in the holes, so it is important that you use a long drill bit, at least 18" long so you can bore out enough dirt to hold the termiticide. Once the holes are filled all you need to do is patch them with a concrete patch filler you can buy at Home Depot or you can use our Trebor plugs that will close the hole with no concrete mess.

    As for your areas with rock over dirt, again - you need to get the termiticide product down into the soil to be most effective. We recommend digging a 6in x 6in trench to pour the solution into the ground.

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  • Asked by Edward from Los Angeles California
    01/08/2014
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    I have an active termite infestation that I need to treat myself
    I noticed what look like subterranean termites in a molding in my kitchen. I have a number of indoor and outdoor cats who can't be moved and need a product that is cat safe. The house is single story and about 3500 square feet including garage. I would like to kill the existing visible termites as well as prevent future issues
    A
    Termidor is the number one product on the market for termites today and is the product of choice for subterranean termites treatment and prevention. 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.  You should perform a liquid termite treatment in the ground to get the termites where they are entering your house and for furture prevention.  Inside where you have had activity, you should treat that area directly by drilling holes into the infested wood and injecting the Termidor directly.  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.
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  • Asked by Mark from Fla
    05/07/2015
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    Can I apply Termidor to the wooden second floor of my home which is infested with termites?
    A
    Termidor SC should only be applied to the exterior of the structure for termite control. We recommend that after 90 days, you can apply Bora-Care to the wood on the interior of the home. For more information on termite treatments, please refer to our Termite Treatment Article. Please let us know if you need anything else.
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  • Asked by Nick from Wichita, Ks
    05/29/2015
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    Can Termidor SC be used in a crawl space below the house?
    A
    Termidor SC should be applied as a trench and in drilled holes on the exterior of the house. You can also trench inside the crawl space and should around any piers also. Please refer to our How to Perform a Termite Treatment Article for more information on treating for termites. Please let us know if you need anything else. We are always happy to help!
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  • Asked by Myles from Statwn Island Ny
    06/14/2015
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    Can Termidor be used to treat springtails?
    I want to treat my springtail problem with trenching the dirt and drilling the concrete adjacent to my house. Is Termidor the best insecticide to use? Thanks
    A
    Termidor SC is not labeled for springtails. We would recommend using a general insecticide such as Talstar P. You will mix 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water.
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  • Asked by Tony from Cicero Il
    07/04/2015
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    when using termidor Sc do I have to do the whole perimiter of the home the same day ?
    Can I do two sides one week and two sides another?
    A
    You do not have to do the whole treatment the same day or the same week. As long as you are treating properly and having at least 24 hours of dry weather after each application you can split it up however is best for you and your schedule. 
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  • Asked by Hiroko from Ma
    08/04/2015
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    Is Termidor SC safe to use it over shrubs and flowers?
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    Termidor SC should not be applied to flowers or shrubs. It is only applied in the soil up against the foundation of the structure for termite control (in a trench, rodded, drilled holes in concrete) or ant control topically (1 ft up and 1 ft out).

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  • Asked by Harlan from Phoenix, Az
    09/27/2015
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    Can you double the strength of Termidor SC when treating for termites?
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    No, Regardless of what treatment you are doing Termidor SC can only be mixed at .8 fl oz. per gallon of water. Termidor SC is a non-repellent, if you mix at a stronger strength than labeled you run the risk of taking away its non-repellent properties. Always mix at .8 oz to a gallon.

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  • Asked by Lauren from Bonita Springs, Fl
    10/17/2015
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    Will Termidor SC kill millipedes? Will it harm pets or plants?
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    Termidor SC can be toxic to Millipedes. When applied per label, Termidor will not harm plants. Be sure to keep all children and pets out of the treated area until dried. 

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  • Asked by Clayton from Arlington, Tx
    11/14/2015
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    If I am using Termidor SC outside my perimeter for ants, can I still use a typical indoor repellent?
    Need to know whether indoor repellents like bifenthrin (Ortho home defense or the like) will adversely affect my outdoor non-repellent.
    A

    While Bifenthrin can show repellent qualities to some insects, it is not considered a "repellent". You can use Bifenthrin based products indoors. It will not pose a threat to your Termidor Treatment outdoors. You do not want to apply these types of products in the same area, as in on top of one another.

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