Advance Termite Bait Station - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Tyler from Durham, Nc
    12/03/2011
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    Mold on the Advance Termite Bait Station
    Will mold in the bait station, either on the wood or the cartridge, repel termites?
    A

    Yes and No.  It depends on what kind of mold it is.  The company that makes the Advanced Termite Bait System has put out a training guide for quality assurance that addresses when you should replace the wood or cartridges based on what they look like and what color the mold or fungus is.  From the guide: In general, replace the TIC if the tablets have:

    •Pink mold present
    •Veins of pink run throughout the TIC
    •Tablets appears to be slimy or glistening like gelatin
    •It has been in the ground for 15 months
    Do not replace TICs if the tablets:
    •Appear to be swollen or enlarged
    •Have black or green colored mold on their surfaces

    Here is a link to the guide for you to read further: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/msds/advance-termite-bait-system-quality-assurance-brochure-opt.pdf

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  • Asked by Donald from Saugerties Ny
    03/11/2015
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    Does Advance make an above ground station designed to attach to wood joists?
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    No, we do not carry an above ground termite station as the subterranean termites travel beneath the soil and their colonies are located underground. We do carry a wood treatment product called Bora-Care that can be applied to raw wood that has not been painted, stained, sealed, etc. Please refer to our 'How to Perform a Termite Treatment' article for more detailed information.
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  • Asked by Athar from Tallahassee, Fl
    02/17/2015
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    Can we treat the dug holes with Termidor SC before installing baiting station?
    I want to first treat the holes which were dug to plant the baiting stations, would it work? Thank you.
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    You may treat the holes prior to installing the Advance Termite Bait Station. However, it is not neccessary and is not a recommended practice. It would be much more benficial to perform the liquid soil treatment around the perimeter of the home and also install the bait stations. You may read over our Termite Treatment Guide for complete instructions and recommendations. We also have a kit that includes the Advance Termite Bait System plus the Dominion 2L Termiticide for this type of circumstance.
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  • Asked by Lynne from Tucson, Az
    11/12/2016
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    Can you help me to get the wood monitoring base out of the Advance Termite Bait stations?
    I have had my Advance Termite monitoring stations for more than a year. As suggested on your website, I tried to replace the wood monitoring base, but it is really wedged into the station. Is there any other way to get the wood out beside removing the whole monitoring station? I tried that but the hole filled in with dirt & it was hard to get the station back in the hole.
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    If you are having difficulty removing the wood monitoring base from the Advance Termite Bait Station, it may be best to remove the station and shake the base out. You can also try to use a flat head screw driver to wiggle the wood base out. 

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  • Asked by Patricia from Wilmington, Nc
    11/20/2016
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    Are the Advance Termite Bait Station recyclable?
    Switching over to a trenched termite bond type control & need to get rid of the traps we have in the ground now.
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    Yes, the Advance Termite Bait Station are recyclable.

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  • Asked by Michelle from Concord
    09/11/2017
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    Which product do I need to refill the Advance Termite Bait Stations?
    I am confused for my reorder. Do I need the wood termite monitors or the termite inspection cartridges? Thank you. Also, need product for my mother in law. She has bed bugs in her new apartment. Best product that is safe around cats. Or do we need to move the cats out to treat the apartment? Thank you.
    A

    The Advance Termite Bait Stations contain both a wood food source and an inspection cartridge.

    For bed bugs, we normally recommend using one of our Bed Bug Control Kits, as it is usually necessary to treat with more than one type of product.  Which kit you choose depends on the number of rooms that need to be treated.  It would be a good idea to look over our Bed Bug Control Guide if you have a moment.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Hanover, Maryland
    03/21/2021
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    Inspection Cartridge in the Advance Termite Bait Station
    What is the best way to dispose of the inspection cartridge that has been infiltrated by termites? I don't think it would be a good idea to place them in our trash in the garage and risk introducing them into the interior of the house.
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    You can wrap the cartridge after removing from the Advance Termite Bait Station in a plastic bag and dispose of it in your outdoor trashcan. Once the termites are removed from their colony they cannot survive on their own. 

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  • Asked by William from Murrells Inlet, Sc
    03/24/2019
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    Where should Advance Termite Bait Stations be placed?
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    Advance Termite Bait Stations are placed in the ground ten to fifteen feet apart around the home and about two to three feet out from the foundation of the house. 

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  • Asked by Dean
    12/22/2019
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    Does the Advance Termite Bait Station kill termites?
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    The Advance Termite Bait Station contains a wood food source and an inspection cartridge for detecting subterranean termites. The active ingredient that kills the termites is the Trelona Compressed Bait. Trelona is a compressed termite bait that has an active ingredient, novaluron, which is an insect growth inhibitor. When Trelona is eaten by the termite, novaluron harms the ability to properly synthesize and inhibits the termite to molt. When this is consumed by a termite, it will impair the ability of a termite to properly synthesize chitin and disallow the termite to molt. By being unable to molt, they are not able to form a replacement exoskeleton. Termites will either die or are incapacitated by their inability to complete the molting process.

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  • Asked by Christie from Mystic, Ct
    05/27/2021
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    How close is too close for placing the Advance Termite Bait Stations?
    We hired a company to treat active subterranean termites found under the siding of our house. They installed what appears to be Advance Termite Bait Stations every 4 feet along the foundation. It has been a full year and they are still reporting activity in the stations. We are considering cancelling our contract with the company and taking this on for ourselves using the same system and following your guidelines. Should we remove some of the bait stations so they are spaced farther apart?
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    Termite bait stations such as the Advance Termite Bait Stations technically could be installed as close together as you would like. However, standard application is about every 10-12 feet, and 4-6 feet from the foundation outside the dripline of the roof.
    Since bait stations are considered prevention, if there were live termites found under the siding, then that should have been treated directly with a termiticide liquid or foam as well. Stations can be checked more often so that bait is replaced as often as needed to maintain a fresh supply as long as there are termites found in that area.
    You can learn more about Termite Prevention in our online guide here.

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  • Asked by Madison from Felton, Ca
    08/24/2021
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    Does the Advance Termite Bait Station System detect and kill termites or just used to detect termites?
    Please clarify, after the installation of the stations, monitor the stations every 90 days, only if termites are active in the station do I remove the inspection cartridge and replace with a bait cartridge? Is this correct?
    A

    Yes, you are correct. The Advance Termite Bait Station System is used for monitoring termite activity surrounding the home. Each station holds a wood monitoring base and a termite inspection cartridge. Monitor the bait stations every 90 days and if termites are active in one of the stations, remoe the inspection cartridge and replace with a bait cartridge. Continue to monitor the stations every 90 days, once termite activity has stopped, remove the bait cartridge and replace with an inspection cartridge. Continue monitoring and repeat the process if necessary. . 

    View our vidoe on How to Use the Termite Bait System HERE

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  • Asked by Patrick from Charlotte, Nc
    04/27/2021
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    I purchased a home that has Advance Termite Bait Stations installed and the old inspection cartridges are full of mud. Do I clean out and replace the wood base and add a new inspection cartridge? I assume I clean it out and there should be no mud left. Do I need to do anything in particular with the mud?
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    If mud is noticed in the inspection cartridges to the Advance Termite Bait Station, we would recommend knocking any cartridges on the ground to dislodge some of the mud. You do not need to replace the wood base with a new base, simply knock any clumps of wood off and replace the existing wood base in the station. 

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  • Asked by Vinice from Omaha, Ne
    07/12/2021
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    Will the cartridges in the Advance Termite Bait Station work in the stations installed by Orkin around my property? What are size of the bait cartridges and will they fit in the stations I currently have?
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    Each Advance Termite Bait Station is approximately 7.5 inches long and 6 inches wide (at the top). Each station holds a wood monitoring base at the bottom with either an inspection or bait cartridge sitting on top of the wood base.

    Please view our How to Use the Advanced Termite Bait System Video for more information. 

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  • Asked by Gail from Middletown, Nj
    06/21/2019
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    I have the Advance Termite Bait Stations in the ground. What do I need to make them functional?
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    For the Advance Termite Bait Station, you will need a wood monitoring base, an inspection cartridge and tool to access to monitor every couple of months. We do also offer the Trelona Bait Cartridge if there is activity (this will replace the inspection cartridge).

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  • Asked by Rita from Payson, Az
    11/09/2018
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    Can the Trelona Bait leak into the soil?
    We have just found new termite activity in the wood of our well house, and are concerned about contaminating our drinking water, if we use any insecticides.
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    Trelona Termite Bait Cartridges which are used inside the Advance Termite Bait Stations are allowed on properties with wells or cisterns. We do not recommend using insecticides within 5 feet of the well itself. You could use bait stations around the exterior of the well house and also treat any existing or replaced wood using a wood treatment product like Boracare. Keep in mind that termite bait stations may not kill termites that are already in the wood of the structure.

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  • Asked by Raymond
    05/01/2011
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    Can I place TBS around the house after I have treated the house with a non repellent termiticide?
    I have treated the outside of the house with termiticide in the soil. Now I was wondering if I could use the TBS to monitor termites in the future? If so how long should I wait before I put TBS in the soil? Thanks
    A
    Since baiting systems do not utilize a chemical, you can apply them right away.  They work very well with non-repellent termiticides and so there is no issue with installing them now to add another line of defense to your termite protection.
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  • Asked by Raymond
    04/14/2011
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    How do you place TBS in a concrete floor outside of your home? Or can you?
    I live in NYC and houses here are surrounded by concrete floor and drive ways. Can I still use the TBS? Thanks
    A
    The Advance Termite Bait Stations are not really meant to be applied in concrete.  However, it is possible, but it requires a very expensive drill and auger, and you have to make very large holes in the concrete. It is not recommended that a homeowner try his procedure.  We recommend placing the stations on the other side of the concrete in the ground if it is not too far away from the house.
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  • Asked by Jeremy
    09/27/2010
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    What is the effective radius of treatment for the Advance Termite Bait Station?
    I have a large area that I wish to treat for subterranean termites, and I need to calculate how many I will need.
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    Typically, Advance Termite Bait Stations will be placed within a foot or two of the structure every 10 feet all the way around the structure. We do have a great video on the installation of these stations on the Advance Termite Bait Stations page.
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  • Asked by Jon
    05/26/2010
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    How do I install the Advance Termite Bait Station traps ?
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    We have a video on our Advance Termite Bait System page which shows exactly that; how to install the stations.  You can watch the video on this page

     http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/advance-termite-bait-system-pro-kit-10-stations-p-1331.html

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