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  • Asked by Randal from Tampa, Fl
    05/22/2014
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    i found out i have wood termites up in my attic and they are beginning to swarm i was given a estimate to tent
    my house would about $1100.00 can I use termidor and what would be the best way to apply it up in the attic just for a stop gap measure until I can afford the tenting process. thank you.
    A
    Since you have drywood termites in your attic it would be highly recommended that you go with a product called Bora Care. Bora Care is a wood preservative used to treat active wood destroying insects and prevent them from reinfesting treated wood in the future. BoraCare can be sprayed or painted on the wood in the attic and will penetrate the entire piece of wood and erradicate an active infestion. 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 Jeff from Sarasota, Florida
    09/09/2014
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    When treating the perimeter of the house for ants, will Termidor SC harm the local reptiles?
    I live in Florida and have many reptiles such as Tree Frogs, Lizards and Snakes around and on the house. Will using Termidor SC as directed be safe for them.
    A
    As long as you use the Termidor SC as directed by the label around the home, it will be safe to reptiles and other animals. You may notice a decrease in the amount of lizards and frogs you see around the home however as they are feeding on the pests that are around your home that the Termidor will be eliminating. If they dont have enough food sources around your home to sustain themselves then they may migrate to other areas to try and survive. 
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  • Asked by Humberto from Santa Ana Ca
    11/09/2014
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    Can we spray Termidor SC inside an attic?
    A
    Termidor SC is not labeled to be used indoors unless you are using inside wall voids and are treating an active infestation. If you are unsure of what type of termites you are treating for, we would recommend getting them identified before doing any type of treatments.
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  • Asked by Bruce from New Orleans, La. 70131
    12/13/2014
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    After I dig my trench around the house how much Termidor SC do i put into a one gallon sprayer?
    I have a terminix service for over 10 years i want to do it myself to save money. I purchased Termidor SC 20 oz and a one gallon sprayer how much Termidor SC do I put into the gallon sprayer or place in a gallon jug to fill the trenches around my house foundation
    A
    You would use 0.8 oz of Termidor SC per gallon of water. You would then use 4 gallons of diluted solution per 10 linear feet of trench. You may read over our Termite Treatment Guide for further assistance.
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  • Asked by Laryy from Rushville, Il
    07/08/2015
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    How much Termidor SC do I apply to each hole in a cement block foundation a termite application?
    A

    When treating a block foundation with Termidor SC, you should drill a hole in each void so there would be 2 holes per block.  The holes should be no more than 18 inches high.  Usually, you want to drill on the second row of blocks high from the ground.  In addition to drilling the holes, you should also trench and treat the outside foundation wall and the inside foundation wall if you have a crawl space.  After drilling the holes, you are supposed to apply 2 gallons of solution per 10 lineal feet into the blocks.  For filling trenches and drill holes going vertically into slabs, you should apply 4 gallons per 10 lineal feet.  Please let us know if you have any further questions. Click on the link below for more information on treating termites.

    How To Perform A Termite Treatment

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  • Asked by Chuck from Billings Mo
    07/11/2015
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    Can I mix/spray Termidor SC in the same equipment that I use for Talstar P?
    A

    If the equipment has been tripled rinsed and the nozzle and wand have been rinsed out, you can use them in the same sprayer just not at the same time. Termidor SC is a non-repellent insecticide. This means the insects cannot tell that it is there and they will readily walk over treated areas. Termidor SC also has a delayed reaction time and a transfer effect which allows them time to get back to the colony and spread it around before they succumb to the effects of the product. Talstar P on the other hand is synthetic pyrethroid which many sensitive insects such as ants can detect. Insects may avoid the areas treated with Talstar and those that do cross over treated areas are the only ones that will be killed by the product. Talstar P does not have a transfer effect so it will not be transferred back to the colony. While the Termidor SC will not actually be deactivated by Talstar P, it will be much less effective if it is over-sprayed with Talstar P. You can spray Talstar P on your trees, bushes and lawn for mosquito control as long as you are not actually overlapping the areas where Termidor SC was applied.

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  • Asked by Joy from Mount Lookout, West Virginia
    07/16/2015
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    If you use Termidor SC in a crawl space, do you need protective gear?
    We will be treating ourselves and need to know if we need protective gear (face mask, etc) to use in the crawl space.
    A

    You should wear chemical resistant gloves, long sleeve shirt, long pants and close toed shoes when applying Termidor. If you are applying the product in a non-ventilated area, a respirator is will be needed. Termidor is a safe product for most folks to use. We do encourage our customers to read the product label and the MSDS before they purchase a product to be sure they will be comfortable using it. 

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  • Asked by John from Nora Springs, Iowa
    07/26/2015
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    How does a two inch rainfall affect Termidor SC?
    I did a perimeter application around my house. It was down for two days before we got a 2 inch downpour. Should I apply it again?
    A

    It is not necessary to make a re-application of Termidor SC if it was treated 48 hours prior to rainfall and had a chance to completely dry.

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  • Asked by Alley
    10/01/2015
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    If Taurus SC is the same as Termidor SC why pay more?
    A

    It is completely up to what you prefer, some people are more infatuated with the name brand product Termidor SC but they are the same product and work in the same manner so it is completely left to what you prefer to go with.

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  • Asked by Dan from Ohio
    02/01/2016
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    How many times can Termidor SC be applied per month?
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    The number of times Termidor SC is applied depends on the ratio that is used. At the .03% rate, the product can be used four times a year. The other option is to apply three times a year at the ratios of .03% twice and .06% once. We would recommend checking out the Supplemental Document for this product for any more information.
     

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  • Asked by Martin from Sarasota, Florida
    06/27/2016
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    Will Termidor SC kill and help prevent mosquitos?
    A friend recommended the product and said it help reduce his mosquito population but I can't find anything about it. As much stuff as the label says it will kill I can't imagine that it wouldn't but I would like to know.
    A

    Termidor SC is not labeled for mosquito control in addition to not be able to apply in lawn areas for treatment. We suggest looking into our terrific guide provided on how to get rid of mosquitoes that further instruct you on what items to use as well as instructional videos on how to do a proper treatment for elimination. 

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  • Asked by Per from Central, Nj
    06/11/2018
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    Will Termidor uptake into plants and affect pollinators or other insects?
    I plan to do a termite treatment around the house foundation were I have plants with flowers within a minimum of 2 ft of the treatment area. Once Termidor has dried and bound to the soil, will Termidor continue to uptake into the plant and harm the pollinator insects such at bees?
    A

    Termidor SC contains fipronil, which is not well absorbed by plants when it is applied to the soil.  If fipronil does get into plants, it can partially break down, reducing any risk of translocating. According to the maufacturer, it is best to not apply Termidor within one foot of the drip line of edibles but does not mention ornamentals. 

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  • Asked by Barb from New Brighton, Mn
    06/30/2018
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    Is Termidor SC harmful to bees or birds?
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    Once Termidor SC has dried, it should not be harmful to people, pets or wildlife.  It can be toxic for bees if they come in contact with treated areas once it has dried.  To lessen this risk, apply in the morning or evening when bees are least active.  Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.  

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  • Asked by Randy from Colorado Springs, Co
    08/04/2018
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    Can you ship Termidor SC to Puerto Rico?
    A

    Yes, we do ship Termidor SC to Puerto Rico. There will be shipping costs since this is outside of the continental US.

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  • Asked by Travis from Granada Hills
    08/23/2018
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    How do I apply Termidor SC if there is concrete around my house ?
    A

    If you are doing a trench application for termites and there is concrete surrounding the foundation, then holes will need to be drilled all around the home to properly apply the Termidor SC.  The holes need to be drilled every 10-12 inches apart, 18 inches in depth to reach the soil beneath the concrete and anywhere from 3/8 inch – ½ inch in diameter.  Please refer to our Termite Treatment Guide for a more in depth step by step on how to treat your home for subterranean termites. 

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  • Asked by David from Tacoma, Wa
    11/17/2018
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    Are there any temperature restrictions with Termidor SC?
    I worked at a company that said we couldn't apply Termidor in weather under 55 degrees. That might have been a company policy. Are there any temperature restrictions beside the freezing threshold restriction, or even levels of temperature that make Termidor use more or less advantageous?
    A

    The only temperature that effects Termidor SC is when it is below freezing.  Termidor SC should not be applied if the ground is below freezing, or it will not take hold

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  • Asked by Alyssa
    04/19/2010
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    How far away from a body of water should you be to safely treat with Termidor SC?
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    The exact distance you need to be from a body of water is not specified on the Termidor SC product label. When using Termidor SC, it is the applicators responsibility to make absolutely sure that runoff or overspray cannot enter a body water. You can help ensure this by not using Termidor SC on windy or rainy days or on embankments near the water. The Termidor SC product label states that you cannot use Termidor SC closer than 5 feet from a well or cistern and we feel that same guideline should be followed for other bodies of water as well.
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  • Asked by Peggy
    01/26/2011
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    Will Termidor SC kill subterranean termites in the ground?
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    Yes. Termidor SC is non-repellent product, which means that the termites cannot sense the product and therefore cannot avoid treated areas. Once the termite passes through the treated area, it inadvertently picks up small particles of the Termidor SC on the hairs of its body and carries it back to the colony. Through normal social interaction such as grooming and feeding the infected termite spreads the Termidor SC to its colony mates. After a short period of time, the termites start to die.
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  • Asked by Marty
    03/05/2011
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    Does Termidor SC protect against the formosan termites?
    A

    Yes, Termidor SC will work for Formosan termites. Formosan termites are a species of subterranean termites and Termidor SC is labeled for subterranean termites.

    How to Perform Your Own Termite Treatment

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  • Asked by Arnold
    04/21/2011
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    Can I use Termidor to treat bathtub drain trap if termites were present?
    A
    Yes, you can.  Termidor can be used indoors but only as a spot treatment where you have termites in a wall void or a plumbing access.  Typically on a bath trap you would pour 1 gallon of solution over the trap into the soil.
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