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  • Asked by Pola from Alice Tx, 78332
    03/28/2012
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    How long does it take for Termidor SC to dry?
    Like when u have under your house sprayed with termidor
    A
    Termidor SC is a water based product and it will dry in the same amount of time as it would take water to dry. If Termidor SC is applied under your home it can take several hours to dry because the ventilation is usually poor and the sun cannot reach the area.
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  • Asked by Janet
    08/02/2012
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    Approximately 1700 square foot home, how much termidor?
    Most of the the home is surrounded by cement and brick. The front lawn and backyard does touch the walls so we will trench that area. How much termidor for treating the perimeter of a 1700 square foot home? Also, do you recommend a "dam" method while trenching; sectioning off portions while waiting for Termidor to make its way into the soil?
    A
    How much termidor you need is dependant on the lineal feet around the house, not the square footage.  Each 20 oz. bottle of Termidor will treat 60 lineal feet.  So every 60 feet around your home you will need one bottle of Termidor.  Most homes need 3 to 4 bottles.  Please follow the instructions in our How To Do A Termite Treatment article.
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  • Asked by John from Palm City, Florida
    02/09/2013
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    Application
    I don't know why I did this but instead of dinging the trench up against the foundation, I dug 6" away from it. What are your thoughts? Do i need to re-apply? The one good thing that may make this mistake ok is that the soil here in Florida is basically beach sand.
    A
    We hate to be the bearers of bad news but we definitely think you should retreat. With the subterranean termites natural feeding instincts they likely will not surface until they get right up next to the food source, which in this case is your home, which means at this point your home is largely unprotected. Sorry!
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  • Asked by Ron from Lake Jackson, Tx
    05/15/2013
    Q
    Can Termidor SC be used to kill ant beds?
    SPECIFICALLY BEDS OUT IN THE YARD NOT AGAINST TH HOUSE?
    A
    Yes, Termidor will treat ant beds. You can use Termidor as a spot treatment to those beds and where the ants are trailing. Termidor kills by transfer, so when the foraging ants come out and come in contact with the Termidor, they will transfer the active ingredient throughout the ant colony.
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  • Asked by Rita from San Diego, Ca
    05/20/2019
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    Can Termidor SC be used in the attic and in California?
    I live in Southern California, my home has drywood termite. What is the dose I should use to kill drywood termite in attic?
    A

    Termidor SC can be shipped to California but it cannot be used for indoor applications. Since you have drywood termites in the attic, the most recommended product for your situation would be Bora-Care. Bora-Care is applied to raw wood for termite control and it will penetrate the entire piece of wood and erradicate an active infestation as well as preserve it. The great thing about Bora Care is that it is natural, last for the entire life of the wood (never goes away), and dries completely clear. Termidor would not be recommended because it doesn't penetrate wood and injections directly into the affected wood would be neccessary for treatment and it doesn't last very long.

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  • Asked by Patel from Wake Forest
    05/21/2018
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    How much PSI required in the tank during Termite treatment In the slab holes.
    A

    Termidor SC is a applied with a pressure of 25 PSI or less

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  • Asked by Tom from Omaha, Ne
    09/13/2016
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    Can I use Termidor on some old tree stumps that have termites in them?
    The old stumps are approximately 25 yards or so from the house. Some of them have termites in them. Can I use Termidor on the stumps and expect it to wipe out the colonies? The house has been inspected and is termite free at the present time.
    A

    Termidor SC is not labeled to be used out in the yard. We would recommend to use Dominion 2L which can be applied to and around the stump. Be sure to treat around your home as well to prevent. Check out our Termite Guide for all the up to date tips on Termite prevention and control. 

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  • Asked by Ju
    04/04/2016
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    Can Termidor be used to treat termite infested trees? Is it safe for plants/trees?
    A

    Termites do not normally attack live, healthy trees. If the tree has been damaged by termites it would be advisable to remove the tree and perform a liquid termite soil treatment. Most people are primarily concerned with protecting the big investment, their home, and Termidor SC? would be the product to use for that.  Please take a moment to read over our article on "How to do a Termite Treatment" for complete details.  In most cases, termites out in the yard are completely normal and can be left alone.  Termidor is only labeled to be used adjacent to structures and when used as directed is safe around plants/trees that are in this area.

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  • Asked by Craig from Villa Rica, Ga
    08/21/2016
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    How can I tell how old my 20 oz. bottle of Termidor SC is?
    These are the only numbers that I can find printed on the bottle other than the standard labeling: 59021467 13 122 3122SL01F1 04782 HOLD to approve
    A

    BASF uses a unique set of numbers to match up that product, when it was made, what lot it was a part of and how many were in that lot. Below you will see an example of a Termidor SC bottle and how it is broken down. The batch numbers can vary in location on BASF products from just above the label on a bottle, to the bottom of a container or can, as well as on the sides of case containers or?boxes.

    Starting with the first row. The first set of numbers normally starting in 59- ex: 59021467 is BASF's article number for the product.

    The second set- ex: 13, indicates the year in which the product was produced. For this can that would mean it was produced in the year 2013

    The third set- ex: 122, indicates the numerical day of the year that the product was produced. So it was manufacturer on the 122th day of the year of 2013. This comes out to show it was produced on May 2nd 2013.

    The bottom row of numbers indicates the batch information. The first set- ex: 3122SL01F1, indicates the actual batch/lot number for the manufacturer. The second set- ex:04782 indicates the container count of each batch.

    Hope this helps!

     

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  • Asked by Nam from Gilbert, Az
    10/17/2013
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    How many bottles of Termidor SC do I need to treat my house?
    Hi, I have 1550 sq ft house. I want to use a .09 solution. Approximately how many bottles of the termidor SC 20 oz bottle do I need? Thanks
    A
    You must find out how many lineal feet you have around the outside or your home. Unfortunately, the square footage just will not tell us how much you really have to treat. To find how many lineal you have, measure around the front, back and each side of your home. Add up the measurements and now you will have the total lineal feet. Use 4 gallons of finished solution per 10 lineal feet around the house. For Example: A home with 200 lineal feet around the foundation would require 4 bottles of Termidor SC. Most homes require at least 4 bottles. For Termite control Termidor SC is mixed at a rate of .80 fl oz. for each gallon of water used and each 20 oz bottle will make 24 gallons of solution and treats 60 lineal feet of trenching.
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  • Asked by Chris from Lineville, Al.
    12/06/2013
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    Been using Termidor for several years now but just noticed recently a "rotten egg" scent while applying:
    then it goes away. Can Termidor SC sit too long on the shelf and spoil?
    A

    Termidor SC has a shelf life of 3-5 years if kept in a cool dry place. The "rotten" smell that is coming from the Termidor Sc could be a sign that it has gone bad. If Termidor was been exposed to extreme heat, this could lessen the shelf life.

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  • Asked by Linda from Simpsonville, Sc
    04/11/2014
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    Have you ever heard that the trench that has to be dug around the house doesn't have to be 6" deep?
    Four months ago we hired a "professional" termite control company to apply Termidor SC to our home because we found termites and had never had a treatment done. What a big mistake! After four months, we still have termites! When they applied the termidor, they only scratched the surface of the mulch and dirt - maybe 2 inches tops. When we questioned them, they said it was not necessary to trench 6 inches and that the termidor would "sink" in. (They did use Termidor SC and not the newer product that requires less trenching.) This was only one of several problems we had with them including not trenching under our deck that runs along the entire back of our house but instead just spraying the ground (mulch) all under the deck and letting it "sink" in and not rodding right next to a known termite infestation. We wish we would have done it ourself. Now we are in a big dispute with them. Even though we still have termites, he still insists it doesn't have to be 6" deep. So, just because you hire a professional, it doesn't mean you will get a treatment done properly.
    A
    Termidor will "sink in" to a certain extent. Per the manufacturer of the product, it is non-negtionable that Termidor must be applied in a trench 6X6 to guarantee its effectiveness. Please let us know if you have any more questions!
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  • Asked by Cathie from Palmdale, California
    05/08/2014
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    Can you tell me how to find where the termite infestation in my home is?
    We came down into the living room to find it full of winged termites crawling everywhere. We could not tell where the source was and it seemed like they were coming up through the floor. We are going to do the perimeter of the house but these seem to be in the center of house and would like to make sure we get the source.
    A
    Please see our Barrier treatment page. When treating for termites using Termidor SC, you do not have know exactly where they are located. They are constantly moving inside and out. This means that they will go through the barrier and pick up the active ingredient to then transfer throughout the colony.
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  • Asked by Niki from Las Vegas Nv
    10/24/2014
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    Is Termidor SC safe to spray in a yard where our pets will go out in a few hours later?
    My dogs go out in my yard where I want to spray for ants
    A
    Termidor SC is only labeled to be applied around the outside perimeter of structures. You want to spray 1-2 feet up and out around the foundation. After the treated area has completely dried, it is safe for people and pets to re enter the area.
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  • Asked by Stevie from Conway, North Caroilna
    04/20/2015
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    Termidor SC for carpenter bees?
    Is Termidor SC effective in controlling carpenter bees? Planning to treat an old unpainted wood structure.
    A
    Termidor SC will kill Carpenter bees, but it really is only labeled to be applied 1ft up and out around the perimeter of the structure. Please see our Carpenter Bee Kits for the best products to use to treat for this pest.
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  • Asked by Ken from Brielle, New Jersey
    05/12/2015
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    I ordered some Termidor from you today. I want to apply to my front entry entrance.
    What is the best way to apply the solution in my concrete entrance? I have a large hammer drill and will drill the holes myself.
    A
    We recommend that you drill a hole (1/2" diameter, 18" deep) 2 inches from the foundation wall. You will drill a hole every 10-12" apart and disperse 4 gallons of the mixed solution every ten lineal feet. For 4 gallons of water, you will add 3.2 oz of Termidor SC.
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  • Asked by Debbie from Sherman Oaks, Ca
    07/27/2013
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    Can I spray Termidor on the bushes or around the base of the bushes that are against the back wall of the yard?
    I have a lot of spider webs and spiders living in the bushes in the back yard. They butt up to a cinder-block 'fence' around the perimeter of the back yard. Can I spray the bushes directly or can I spray the base of the cinder-block wall and ground just under the bushes? And I just want to make sure that once the spray dries, dogs can walk on the grass and roll around on it. What happens if they eat the grass even after it's dried?
    A
    Termidor SC can only be used on or immediately around the foundation of a structure and does not offer a fast knockdown.  When dealing with spiders most folks will use a residual product with a broader application area, like the Talstar P. It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets once dried.  It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer.  It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments.  It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests.  If you dog eats the grass that may have been sprayed, there should not be an issue as the small amount of active ingredient once diluted is not enough to harm anything larger than insects.
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  • Asked by Gordon from Brunswick Ga.
    03/04/2014
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    My brick home has holes in the mortar from previous termite treatment. Can I use these same holes to retreat with Termidor SC? Also, do you sell a hose end sprayer for this purpose?
    A
    If the holes are at least 10-12" apart you can use the same holes to apply a termiticide such as Termidor SC. We do carry hose end sprayers but we do not recommend that you apply the product with this application. It will be much easier to place inexpensive funnels in the holes and pour the finished solution in. If you have additional questions on treating for termites, please contact us at 866.581.7378 M-F 9-5 PM EST.
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  • Asked by Ryan from Ca
    03/19/2014
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    Do you trench on both sides of the foundation for termites with Termidor?
    I have subs underneath my house with tubes going up the foundation and 1 post.Can I trench the outside and spot spray the underside/inside the crawl space?
    A
    With the superior technology behind Termidor, you only have to trench the outside of the foundation and around each pier/post under the crawlspace. If you were using Dominion 2L you would have to trench the inside and outside wall of the foundation and the piers/posts. You can spot spray in wall voids and you will likely want to drill into the center of the piers as well as doing the trench around them. Everywhere you dig you will follow the method of digging a 6x6 trench and use 4 gallons to every 10 linear feet. 
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  • Asked by Pat from Omaha, Ne.
    05/05/2014
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    Can you use Termidor and Sentricon together for the treatment of termites, or do they work against each other?
    A
    Termidor SC will be applied in drilled holes and in a trench. The best protection for your home would be a dual treatment with a liquid non-repellent and a bait.
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