What is the generic brand for Termidor?
Taurus SC is the generic version of Termidor SC. They both share the same active ingredient at the same concentration and pretty much the same label.
Is Taurus the same as Termidor?
There is no difference between the two brands. Termidor is the established brand name. Taurus is a recent generic fipronil market entry. Both are suspension concentrate (SC) formulations and both appear to have equal formulation shelf life.
Is Termidor the same as fipronil?
Yes, Termidor SC is one of the safest termite control products on the market. Yes, Termidor SC is one of the safest termite control products on the market. In fact, the active ingredient in Termidor is Fipronil, which is also the same active ingredient in Frontline flea medicine that people place on their pets.
Can you buy Termidor over the counter?
Termidor cannot be directly purchased or applied by homeowners. Only licensed pest control professionals who have taken Termidor Certification Training are authorized to purchase and apply Termidor. You can find a Termidor Certified Professional in your area using our zip code locator.
How long is Taurus SC effective?
Taurus SC will eliminate termite colonies in 2 to 3 months on average. As an ant control product, Taurus SC is proven to be a very effective ant killer working in just a couple of weeks.
How long does Termidor last?
How long does termidor last? Termidor termite barriers installed by Pest-Ex will provide complete termite protection for 8 years. We recommend yearly termite inspections as part of the 8-year life expectancy to ensure the termite treated zone isn’t weakened or breached by conducive conditions.
Is Termidor SC a non repellent?
Termidor is completely undetectable by termites and once termites touch it they contact, ingest and spread the termiticide until it eliminates the entire colony. Termidor controls all types of termites including subterranean, formosan, and drywood termites.
How many Taurus SC per gallon for termites?
To control Aerial termite colonies or Drywood Termites, mix 0.8 fl. oz. of Taurus SC per gallon of water and apply to infested wooden members or voids.
How long does Termidor last in the soil?
10 years
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 long does Termidor 80 WG last?
1 to 2 years
Termidor 80 WG Termiticide/Insecticide will last for up to 1 to 2 years when stored according to the product label. Store Termidor 80 WG Termiticide/Insecticide in the original container in a cool, dry storage area. Termidor 80 WG Termiticide/Insecticide kills termites and other insects within 10 minutes after contact.
What is Termidor used for in construction?
Termidor is also used to control other common pests, such as cockroaches, spiders, ticks, and more. Termidor SC can be used for pre and post-construction termite applications and general pest control, including termite trenching, sub-slab injections, structural void applications, and exterior surface spraying.
Termidor is safe to use as a termiticide trench treatment but it can also be used as a fipronil spray for ants. When used according to the Termidor SC label, Termidor will last 9 years.
How does Termidor kill termites?
Termidor’s active ingredient, Fipronil, is an effective non-repellent. Termites, ants, and other labelled pests will ingest or come into contact with the insecticide and transfer it to their nest mates, eliminating the colony. **Note: Termidor SC is not available at this time.
How much Termidor do I need for a 4 gallon solution?
To create a 4 gallon solution, you will need 3.2 fl. oz. of Termidor (0.8 fl. oz per gallon of water). Step 3: For exterior surface applications, apply Termidor SC as a low pressure, coarse spray.