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  • Asked by Kate
    02/14/2011
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    I have a 100 year old home with log joists in my crawl space and basement that are about 6" to 8" in diameter.
    Will spraying Bora-Care as termite (and powder post beetle) treatment be adequate? Or would you recommend drilling and injecting Bora-Care into the logs? If so, at what spacing? How much in each injection? Also, I have evidence of both termite and powder post beetle damage (inactive). Would you recommend spraying the entire crawl space and basement ceilings, rather than just around the edge as recommended for termites?
    A
    You do not need to drill holes into any beams, but you should treat the entire crawl space.  Most people end up doing that for adequate protection because termites and beetles can travel inside the wood away from the perimeter.  One application of Bora-Care is usually enough, but if you have 8" beams, then you would probably want to do a second application only on the larger beams since anything over 8" thick requires two treatments.  Typically one gallon of Bora-Care will treat up to 500 square feet of surface sub-floor in the crawl space mixing it 1:1 (1 gallon of Bora-Care with 1 gallon of water).
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  • Asked by Thomas
    04/21/2011
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    Do borate treatments leave a visible residue?
    A
    It depends.  We have two main borate treatments.  One is Timbor, which is a powder that you mix with water.  Timbor will leave a white residue because it is a powder.  The best wood treatment borate product on the market is Bora-Care which is made by the same company that makes Timbor.  Bora-Care is the preferred choice because it not only penetrates deeper into the wood and lasts longer, for the life of the wood, but it also dries clear so you can easily paint, stain, or seal whatever it is you are treating.
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  • Asked by Mickey from Kerrville, Texas 78028
    02/29/2012
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    Does Bora-Care require a special sprayer? Could one use a typical household pump sprayer?
    A
    Boracare applications do not require a special sprayer. You are required to dilute Boracare in a bucket with hot water and then add the dilution to the sprayer. If you dilute Boracare directly in the sprayer you will almost always wind up with a clogged sprayer.
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  • Asked by David from Madison, Va
    05/03/2012
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    How much Bora Care with Mold Care would I need to purchase to cover 1,600 sq. ft. of crawl?
    A
    One gallon of Bora-Care with Mold--Care should be mixed with 5 gallons of water which will treat (ballpark) about 1200 square feet of surface wood. So you will probably need 2 gallons of the concentrate.
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  • Asked by Robert from Ashfield, Ma
    08/23/2012
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    I have painted hollow columns made of 3/4" pine and I would like to protect them with Bora care.
    I plan to drill holes in all four sides near the top and spray the Bora Care in. Would foaming be better. What foaming agent and how much should I use in my 1 gallon Chapin sprayer?
    A

    Foaming would definitely be the best option for your scenario. You mix Bora-Care as you normally would at a 1:1 ratio (one gallon of bora-care with one gallon of water).  After you mix it, pour the solution in the foamer and add Pro-Foam foaming solution.   You want a high expansion foam so you should mix 7 to 10 oz. of Pro-Foam per gallon of bora-care solution that you make.  Then close the lid, shake the foamer, and pump it like you would any other hand pump sprayer.  The Chapin Poly Foamer comes with a coiled hose and ¼ inch tapered nozzle.  You can get the Chapin poly foamer in a 1 gallon model or a 2 gallon model. 

    Here are links for you to see:

    Two gallon poly foamer:  http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/chapin-poly-foamer-gallon-2659-p-292.html

    One gallon poly foamer:  http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/chapin-poly-foamer-gallon-2658-p-495.html

    Profoam foaming agent: www.domyownpestcontrol.com/profoam-foaming-concentrate-p-307.html

    Hope this helps.  Please let me know if you have any further questions.

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  • Asked by Doug from Beaumont, Tx
    03/28/2013
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    Treatment With BoraCare Followed By Thompson Water Seal
    I have read that when Bora Care is applied to untreated lumber and dries, it can be painted, stained and etc. I am currently building a home and will use untreated 4x8 plywood (3/4" thickness). I will apply Bora Care at the recommended rate and let dry, Subsequently, I want to treat the plywood with a water sealer such as Thompson Water Seal as a temporary sealer until I get the home dried-in. Of course the water sealer will penetrate the plywood to some extent. Will the water sealer have any adverse effects on the Bora Care?
    A
    The Sealer should not have any effect on the Boracare treatment as long as you allow the Boracare application to dry before applying the sealer. We recommend waiting at least 3 days before sealing (but not longer than 6 weeks).
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  • Asked by Chad from United States
    05/27/2013
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    What is the best product for crawl space fungus
    I have been told that my crawl space has wood decay fungus. The "professionals" want over $2000 for treatment. Would you recommend Timbor or bora-care for this application. My home is approximately 2000 Sq feet, so how much of either product?
    A
    We would recommend using Boracare with Moldcare as it will treat and prevent mold and wood boring insects. Boracare with Moldcare will treat 1250 square feet of a crawl space or attic when mixed at the labeled rate of 1 gallon of bora-care with mold care and 5 gallons of water. Please see label for complete application directions and yield amounts.
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  • Asked by Steve from Metairie, La
    06/02/2013
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    Does it do any good to treat pressure treated wood with Bora-Care?
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    Boracare can be used on wood that is pressure treated, but it may take longer to absorb into the wood. In some cases, such as in a pre-construction termite treatment, pressure treated wood must be treated with Boracare. Boracare is preferred over other treatments such as Timbor in treating furniture because Boracare dries clear and will leave the furniture in its natural state. It will also absorb much further into the wood so you know the infestation is treated. Boracare is diluted with water at a 1:1 - 1:5 ratio depending on the pest you are targeting.

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  • Asked by Ken from Los Angeles, Ca
    07/14/2013
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    Is Boracare safe to use for kitchen cabinets?
    A
    Yes, as long as the cabinets are in their raw natural wood state without any finishes of paints or stains on it, you could apply Boracare to the surface. Once the boracare has dried you would normally put some sort of finish over it to protect the cabinets from scuffs and marks and this will help seal in the Boracare even further. After the boracare has dried and fully absorbed into the wood, you can use the cabinets normally. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Jesse from Raleigh, Nc
    07/26/2013
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    Will Boracare work on the underside of my deck?
    The top of the floor has been oiled. The deck is 8 feet high. Will spraying the underside of the floor with Timbor or Boracare kill the beetles?
    A
    Yes, Boracare will penetrate up to 4 inches in the wood. You can foam, spray, or paint the diluted solution.
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  • Asked by Doug from Cherry Valley Ny
    08/27/2013
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    Bora-Care cannot be shipped to New York. What's the next best thing?
    A
    Currently, the State of New York restricts shipment of all termiticides to your state.
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  • Asked by Sp from San Diego, Ca
    11/10/2013
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    Can Boracare be injected without dilution?
    A
    Bora-Care is a concentrate and will require dilution for treatment. The 1:1 ratio would be for any current activity or post construction structure. Please refer to the product label for specific treatment application instructions.
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  • Asked by Sharon from Goodrich Tx
    07/18/2014
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    Does this Boracare bottle have an inner seal?
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    BoraCare does not have a seal on the bottle.
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  • Asked by Long from Winnetka,ca
    08/23/2014
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    Can you make Boracare into a foam?
    Is it possible to make a foam version of Boracare instead of cutting the drywall of a house?
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    Yes, Boracare can be used as a foam. You should only be concerned about getting the foam near the wood and studs.  Typically when a company foams walls, they drill holes at the top of the ceiling on either side of the studs and foam down the stud from the ceiling.  This way you have gravity working in your favor and you are getting the foam against the wood which is all that matters. You will need a foaming agent and a poly foamer. You will mix 2 gallons of hot water with 1 gallon of Boracare.
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  • Asked by Cesare from Miami, Fl
    12/08/2014
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    Is a foam machine required to apply Boracare, or can it be mixed with water and spray?
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    Boracare can be mixed with hot water or used as a foaming agent. The amount of water will depend of the if you are doing a treatment for an active infestation or for preventative.

    Foaming is the preferred method when treating voids. To foam a product you need a poly foamer to apply the foam and our ProFoam Foaming Concentrate which is an expanding liquid you need to mix with the solution.  You would mix the Bora-Care with water in a one gallon poly foamer, then pour in the foaming agent, then mix it all together and pump up the poly foamer.  You are now ready to foam voids.

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  • Asked by Chris from Powell
    01/10/2015
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    What ratio should I use for pretreatment
    Am I really supposed to use a whole gallon of boracare with 1 gallon of water...depending on what I have to do that can get as expensive as a liquid soil treatment...help me out with this one please...thanks
    A

    For most pre-treatments, you will do a 5:1 ratio. You will use 1 gallon of Bora-Care to 5 gallons of hot water.

    For framed wood surfaces above ground, apply a 1:1 solution. Treat remainder of structural wood in a 5:1 solution. Concentrate application in areas susceptible to attack, to include all sills, plates, floor joists, piers, girders and subfloors. Treat all exterior wood including siding, facias, soffits, eaves, roofing, porches, decks and railing. If Bora-Care is the sole preventative treatment for subterranean termites, a 1:1 solution must be used.

    Buildings on crawl spaces and basements (preventative and pretreatment) – Use a 1:1 solution and apply in a 2 foot uninterrupted band to all structural wood surfaces in crawl spaces and basements. To prevent termite shelter tubes on crawlspace walls, apply to concrete or block walls in a 2 foot band up from the ground on interior wall surfaces. Apply at the rate of one gallon to 400 square feet of surface area.

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  • Asked by John from Sugar Land, Tx
    06/04/2015
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    Question about applying BORACARE to furniture, what to do after
    The right section of our game cabinet is infected with drywood termites. We had this removed (its now in the garage) and we are thinking about treating it with Boracare and then re-installing it. Was wondering what the recommendation would be so as to have the cabinet look good after application. For example, if the product leaves a sticky residue, what should be done before re-installing? (sorry if the question is very basic) And curious if the color of the wood can change after application?
    A
    If more than one application Boracare is applied it can leave a crystal white type residue. Please allow 72 hours for it to dry. If you need to you can paint or sand over the furniture after the Boracare has soaked in. It should not leave a sticky residue. 
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  • Asked by Debbie from Denton, Tx
    06/08/2015
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    Can I use BoraCare for active infestation of termites?
    I found a house that I purchased apparently had been treated for termites for years (not disclosed). Last year, I gutted my garage of all drywall and sprayed 3 gallons in the garage and in the attic directly above the garage. As I sprayed, I scraped all termite tunnels that I found (big garage, I might have missed a few). I have now found a few termite tunnels on the walls, tho these might have been missed in my initial spraying. I thought BoraCare would take care of existing infestations? If not, can I now spray termidor in the garage?
    A

    Boracare takes care of any active infestation of wood-destroying insects such as termites, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, etc. It is possible for the wood to become infested again if it has been exposed to water, if the wood wasn't treated in any way, like if it wasn't stained, after the Boracare treatment dried or if not all exposed sides were treated. 

    Although, from the information you provided regarding the termite tunnels, if you're talking about mud tunnels then you are dealing with Subterranean termites. Boracare will still affect them if the eat the wood but the method of treatment to get rid of the colony will be to do a trench treatment around the Perimeter of your home with Termidor. Termidor can't be used indoors unless it's sprayed/foamed inside an enclosed wall void.

    If you are sure, however, that you are dealing with Drywood termites, we recommend that you call Nisus (800) 264-0870 to troubleshoot with them as they are the makers of Boracare.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Rogers, Ar
    07/24/2015
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    How do I apply Boracare for wood decaying fungus in a crawl space?
    Do you recommend a 1:1 ratio for existing areas of wood decaying fungus? If so, a 1:1 ratio will take a lot of chemical to treat the whole crawl space under my house - is it ok to spot treat with 1:1 ratio only affected areas and then spray 5:1 ratio for prevention everywhere else? And would I need to wait for spot treatment to dry first before spraying 5:1 ratio or could I just spray around it? Final question, should I spray first and then come back later and put down my vapor barrier? (I saw comment about spray being sticky.)
    A

    When using Boracare to treat for an active infestation of wood fungus it is applied at a 1:1 ratio for wood that is 4" thick or greater. Use a 3:1 dilution ratio for wood less than 4" in thickness.  You can spot treat the areas that have active fungus and then use the 5:1 for future prevention in the non effected areas.  You should be sure to address the moisture issue in the area before or during treatment of Boracare and apply a vapor barrier after the product has dried. Please see the product label for complete application instructions.

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  • Asked by Scot
    10/24/2010
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    If I treat new construction with Bora-Care, will I need to re-treat at some point?
    A
    Bora-Care is a wood specific wood treatment product that will last for the life of the wood when applied correctly.  You would not have to reapply the product on any wood that you treated originally.  This is what makes Bora-Care the best selling wood treatment product on the market.
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