Taurus SC Termiticide in the 78 oz bottle will cover 240 lineal feet of trenching/drilling for termite applications. It makes 100 gallons of solution. We would suggest the 20 oz bottle for treatment topically around the structures (1 ft up and 1 ft out). Each 20 oz. bottle will make 24 gallons of solution and will treat 16,600 sq ft.
Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be applied to the ground for yellow jackets, only on a building in the eaves where they may nest or try to enter a structure. A better option for ground control on lawns if needed would be something like Tempo SC Ultra.
Taurus SC and similar products do not need to be airtight once opened. We recommend that you always store insecticides in an area that is out of direct sunlight and extreme temperatures (do not allow to freeze), and you should get a shelf life of 3-5 years.
Yes, Taurus SC Termiticide can be applied around the foundation of a home to control ants. You will mix 0.8 fl. oz. of Taurus SC per gallon of water and apply using a hand-pump sprayer around the outside of the home, spraying 1 foot up the side of the house and 1 foot out from the house, all the way around the home. Bifen L/P Granules can also be broadcast in your lawn to treat labeled pests.
Taurus SC Termiticide is a liquid concentrate that is diluted with water and applied as directed on the product label.
Taurus SC and Permetherin SFR cannot be mixed together.
Taurus SC can be applied at 0.8 fl oz per gallon twice a year (every 6 months, 1 ft up and 1 ft out) directly around a structure. More than two applications of Taurus SC per calendar year can be made only if applied according to one of the following frequency and dilution rate application scenarios. DO NOT exceed the specified number of applications per calendar year.
The use directions include up to four (4) applications per year at the 0.03% dilution rate for outside surfaces and along the foundation perimeter of listed structures.
0.03% 4 times/calendar year OR
0.06% 2 times/calendar year OR
0.03% 2 times/calendar year and 0.06% 1 time/calendar year
As long as the ground is not frozen and it is not raining, you can apply Taurus SC up against your structure for a termite barrier in the soil and drilled in holes in the concrete. They are active year round but go further into the soil when there are cooler temperatures. For a successful termite treatment, please take a few moments to review our article and videos on How to Get Rid of Termites.
Taurus SC is labeled to kill millipedes, if you have already sprayed the perimeter of your home some can make it into the home but will eventually die, most insects die within 72 hours of contact with an insecticide. Millipedes do like cool, damp places to live so you can find them under stones, leaf mold, compost, grass clippings and mulch. Unfortunately, Taurus SC is only labeled to be used around the perimeter of your home and no further than 1 foot out from the foundation. If you want to treat further out than that into your yard and mulched areas, you can turn the mulch from time to time and use something like Talstar P every 30 days or Suspend Polyzone would also work and can hold up to 90 days outdoors.
Yes, grass can be planted in an area where Taurus SC Termiticide was applied once the product has dried.
Taurus SC Termiticide can only be used outside as a perimeter spray for roaches. If you already have an infestation in your home you would want to go with one of our Roach Control Kits for the quickest and best results.
Taurus SC can be applied outdoors as a perimeter spray for ants or using the trenching method for subterranean termites. When applied as a perimeter spray for ant control, the prouct will last for up to 6 months. When applied using the trenching method for subterranean termites, the product will will last for up to 10 years in the soil.
Yes, you can! You do not need a license to purchase and/or use Taurus SC around your home in California. You would need a license if you are wanting to use this product around someone else's home for profit.
Taurus SC Termiticide is only labeled to be used adjacent to a structure 1 to 2 feet up and out. It cannot be used in lawns nor can it be used where animals graze. Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait would be a good choice for you. Extinguish Plus can be used on pasture land and there are no grazing restrictions for companion animals.
Taurus SC Termiticide can be applied with a foaming agent in a foam applicator for wall void applications as indicated on the product label only.
If you are referring to treating under a crawl space and trenching with Taurus SC Termiticide, it would only be recommended to trench along the inside wall if you have an active infestation. However, you should trench around any pillars/piers in this area as part of a preventative application.
Taurus SC Termiticide can be used for general pest control of various insects including ants and would only need to be sprayed around the foundation of a structure one foot up and one foot out around the perimeter. No trenching is required unless treating for subterranean termites.
We recommend that you clean and/or steam surfaces that were mistakenly treated as Taurus SC Termiticide is outdoor application only.
Taurus SC Termiticide cannot be used in the lawn or on mounds, only within 1 foot of the foundation of a structure.
