Brian from La Mesa, Ca writes
Would they not just move on to untreated wood? I would also like to know if I can pour Termidor around the base of a tree that has termites in dead branches.
Bora-Care is not repellent, it is a wood preservative that insects ingest while feeding on treated wood. It is used to protect wood from infestations or treat active infestations. Termidor cannot be used to treat soil around a tree it can only be used adjacent to a structure. Termites do not attack live, healthy trees. If the tree has been damaged by termites it would be advisable to remove the tree and perform a liquid termite soil treatment around the home with Termidor SC to ensure subterranean termites to not find a food source inside of your home. Please take a few minutes to read our article How to Perform a Termite Treatment which will explain how to do the treatment in laymens terms and also explain any needed equipment. Most folks find that they only need a 5 gallon bucket and perhaps a drill in some situations. You should follow the Termidor product label and you should mix Termidor with water as specified.
Answer last updated on: 09/24/2019
