Treatment FAQ

how many gallons of termiticide is needed for exterior soil treatment for termites

by Stewart Mertz V Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago

SOIL TREATMENTS
The total volume of solution used to treat various structural elements is the same on all termiticide labels: 1. Fill material to be covered by a slab is treated with 1 gallon of solution per 10 square feet (soil fill). For coarse fill (gravel), 1.5 gallons per 10 square feet are used.

Can you kill termites in soil?

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How long does Termidor last in the soil?

10 yearsTermidor SC cannot be used on pets for any reason. It does last for 10 years in the soil. We recommend Termidor SC for a termite treatment due to how long it lasts in the soil.

How is Termidor calculated?

After you know how many linear feet you have you can divide that number by 60 and that will give you a general estimate on how many bottles of Termidor you will need. For instance if a house has 230 linear feet I would say 230/60 = 3.83.

What chemical is used to treat subterranean termites?

The four most commonly used in California are chlorpyrifos, cypermethrin, permethrin and pydrin, marketed under various brand names, said Jerry Campbell of the state Department of Food and Agriculture. There may be some odor after they've been applied, which should eventually disappear.

How much Termidor HE DO I NEED?

Apply at the rate of 1.0 to 1.5 gallons Termidor HE finished dilution per 10 square feet. For horizontal treatments around anything that will penetrate the slab (e.g., utility service, plumbing lines), apply Termidor HE finished dilution at the rate of 1.0 to 1.5 gallons finished dilution per one square foot.

What is the difference between Termidor SC and Termidor HE?

Answer: Termidor SC is the Suspended Concentrate, which is a liquid concentrate. Termidor HE stands for "High Efficiency" because it is the most concentrated product the manufacturer has with this active ingredient, which is more convenience for Pest Control Professionals who may be treating dozens of homes each week.

How many ounces are in a gallon of Termidor?

Termidor SC can be mixed between 0.4 fluid ounces per gallon of water to 1.6 fluid ounces per gallon of water depending on the desired dilution ratio. For most applications, we recommend using 0.8 fluid ounces of Termidor per gallon of water for a 0.06% dilution.

Does rain wash away Termidor?

Answer: For best results, Termidor SC should be applied 24 hours before you are expecting any rain. After that point the product will not be affected by rain. 41 of 47 people found this answer helpful.

How much is Termidor per linear foot?

Answer: One bottle of Termidor SC will treat 60 lineal feet. You will mix 0.8 fl. oz.

What kills termites in the ground?

What chemical kills termites? There are two main chemicals used to kill termites—fipronil and hexaflumuron. Fipronil is the specially designed chemical used as an active ingredient in many different liquid termiticides.

How many Taurus SC per gallon for termites?

1.6 fluid ouncesTo mix a 0.125% dilution, add 1.6 fluid ounces of Taurus SC per gallon of finished dilution. For most applications, use the 0.06% dilution and apply at a rate of 4 gallons of dilution per 10 linear feet per foot of depth.

What termite treatment is most effective?

Here are the 5 best termite killers available on the market right now:Taurus SC: Most Popular.Bifen XTS: Best Fast-acting.Spectracide Terminate: Best Bait.Termidor Foam: Best Direct Chemical Treatment.BioAdvanced Termite Killer: Best for DIY.

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