Termite Bait Station vs Liquid Termite Treatment

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  • In this video I break down the differences and advantages of termite bait stations and liquid termite treatments.
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    Here's an overview of this video. Basically, termite bait stations and liquid chemical treatments both work! They are more similar than they are different. Bait stations store the termite poison in stations around the perimeter of a structure while liquid treatments treat the soil directly.
    Bait stations are a quicker solution for installation, they don't use as much chemical, and they are newer technology. Liquid treatments are a long term solution, use more chemical, and are traditional treatments.
    I highly recommend getting your home treated for termites! Termites cause billions of dollars worth of damage each year. You need to know what termites are and how to identify them if you own a home that is built out of wood.
    My Pest Control Company: catchypestsolutions.com servicing Asheville, North Carolina.
    Thanks for watching, comment and let me know what treatment you used for your home
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  • @DanTheBugMan
    @DanTheBugMan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

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    • @msguy7505
      @msguy7505 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Hi Dan, I don't think this is an issue based on how they work, but I just wanted to double check. Can you tell me if bait stations are safe to use near a well, or how far away is the safe distance.

  • @DanTheBugMan
    @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Hope you guys liked this video! Both treatments are great options when preformed by professionals. Just be sure to probably install and treat and you will be termite free soon

    • @danielobuobisa5124
      @danielobuobisa5124 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dan can i have your email please

    • @ivorinebrown7627
      @ivorinebrown7627 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A 2yr old new construction on a slab with bait termite protection. No one has come out to inspect, are inspections annual with a slab foundation?

    • @michaelmerck7576
      @michaelmerck7576 ปีที่แล้ว

      The baits just don't really work

    • @dwightanderson8331
      @dwightanderson8331 ปีที่แล้ว

      You were fair! Best info for consumers I've seen on TH-cam because you tried to be objective more than most who primarily say dont use bait. Oh by the way senitrcon has been used commercially since 1995 and has been upgraded a few times since then where it goes in with active termiticide from day one.Thank you.

    • @dwightanderson8331
      @dwightanderson8331 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ivorinebrown7627 contact the builder about the pretreatment and get the warranty as well as info from the pest control company. Good luck.

  • @AndyMcBlane
    @AndyMcBlane 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    First time here, just bought a house and glad this was the first video I found! Top info, thanks for the great video!

  • @marylethamatthews3231
    @marylethamatthews3231 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for all your time and information. Much appreciated.

  • @jamesantosca4005
    @jamesantosca4005 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is an excellent, detailed, thorough and understandable presentation. You have a bright future in your profession!

  • @byronewhite
    @byronewhite 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks, This was great, you did a good job. I am going to check some more of your videos on bug pest control also.

  • @soquick69
    @soquick69 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    The Sentricon stations are always active. The "bait" is very durable cellulose material with the active chemical being noviflumeron which stops the termite from molting.
    They don't attract termites at first but termites are random foragers. They are constantly searching for food up to 100 yards from the colony. Once they find the station they will use pheromones to mark it as a food source. It's very effective. The University of Florida has multiple studies showing it's efficacy.
    Good info overall in the video. You have a good head for the business. Great advice at the end.

    • @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit
      @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And Dr Roger Gold found Termidor to be much more effective then Sentricon (aka overpriced revenue maker)
      Also I lived in a townhome and my neighbor had an active termite tube that I popped open OVER A MONTH after Sentricon was installed liquid > bait stations

    • @michaelmerck7576
      @michaelmerck7576 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My experience is they are unreliable compared to Taurus or Termidor

  • @arcadelossiervosdelasantav9145
    @arcadelossiervosdelasantav9145 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The best video about termites for the diy homeowner.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

    • @bloopereel33
      @bloopereel33 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would get a company to install sentricon in case you do get termite damage in your home, they usually warrant repairs and retreat the property. Typically an annual renewal fee of 250$ or 300$

    • @CTity860
      @CTity860 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bloopereel33 yeah my warranty just went up to $550 a year that’s why I’m here. Why pay for a warranty when I can check bait stations and treat myself as needed.

  • @kamlesh7562
    @kamlesh7562 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great explanation young guy.

  • @KINGOTHL
    @KINGOTHL 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Dan, great channel. What about granules like what Bayer makes that has Imidacloprid and then just spread around base of house 6" and then lightly water?

  • @Neppy1414
    @Neppy1414 ปีที่แล้ว

    what is best for a home that has water standing under it after it rains really hard. it is an old crawl space type home. thanks for all of your informative videos.😊

  • @christiankelly8127
    @christiankelly8127 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @steadyeddie7453
    @steadyeddie7453 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Interesting factoid: The active ingredient in Termidor is Fipronil (9.1%). The same Fipronil is used in topical flea and tick liquid used on pets (9.8%).

    • @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit
      @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yep, this is always a good fact to point out to customers that are paranoid you’ll poison there pets
      Just whip out the Ol’ frontline flea topical label

    • @jimfields9491
      @jimfields9491 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      A BASF rep told me a decade ago that fleas have an 80% resistance rate because of misuse by consumers. Most people have moved on from Frontline although back in the day it was like a gift from above.

  • @ballroomdanzer
    @ballroomdanzer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So much to learn from this. He explained well the pros and cons. Thank you for sharing this informative and educative video.

  • @HectorZLopez
    @HectorZLopez 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative. Thank you so much.

  • @andrewpulido94
    @andrewpulido94 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, really appreciate this

  • @wallyevans4228
    @wallyevans4228 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice explanation….👍🏽

  • @melizzz924
    @melizzz924 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great explanation thank you!

  • @crystalr7602
    @crystalr7602 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good video. Thank you for creating it. I have just recently found I have a termite issue - at least it looks like one - and if you were near me, I'd hire you guys to do the job.

  • @nasariosantos1117
    @nasariosantos1117 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the info , Dan. Will check your DIY website for Carpenter Ants

  • @saeedmalik9276
    @saeedmalik9276 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice presentation. How about making a hybrid system. Use bait station without the real bait inside the plastic shell with slots. Now it's not a one time treatment. You can refill through this gadget annually. This should be more effective in areas with high humidity, moisture and leaching issues.

  • @joshuaryanferguson3702
    @joshuaryanferguson3702 ปีที่แล้ว

    my school in my elementary years had that gray an black on in the school yard along the edges of school

  • @wibertvijayakumar1988
    @wibertvijayakumar1988 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative and appreciate your efforts👍🏼.There are termites in the Wardrobe(edges)which are made of plywood and covered with sunmica(fevicol fixed).How do liquid insecticide reach termites which are under sunmica.Even if sprayed over sunmica will it not come off due to any chemical reaction between insecticide and fevicol🤷‍♀️..? Hope ull answer ✌️

  • @adamgutierrez5564
    @adamgutierrez5564 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video and very useful insights! Quick question, what if I'm noticing formatting of colonies within my home? I've notices mud spores near my boiler in my garage. I'm guessing they are well within my home if they are popping up in a central location.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah that’s not a good sign. I would get a pest company to do a free inspection

    • @ahyungrocks5509
      @ahyungrocks5509 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@DanTheBugMan do they give free inspection? They want $150 for inspection

    • @held_muffin5472
      @held_muffin5472 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Termite technician here! A reputable pest control company should give a free inspection prior to any treatment or service contract. Its usually done by the company's sales teams. How else would they know the best way to treat if they dont do an inspection to identify the conducive conditions?

  • @xiaoboliu4377
    @xiaoboliu4377 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Question: is the liquid chemical safe for kids and pets? Is it safe for grow vegetables later on the same soil? Thank you!

  • @MaikasCooking
    @MaikasCooking ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful. Thank you ☺️

  • @izcab
    @izcab 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Great info

  • @leadfootnick4x4
    @leadfootnick4x4 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good video and have a good day

  • @youhi3676
    @youhi3676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have several tunnels around my yard. My houses is brand-new and sprayed for termite protection for I believe 3 years what would be best way to treat my yard

  • @BricksRLife
    @BricksRLife 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey buddy,
    Great video! Can you tell more about how to apply termidore liquid treatment? Can you create a video on it?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha looks like you found it! Yes I have 2 diy termite treatments

  • @user-hc1px8sj8s
    @user-hc1px8sj8s 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Dan great video.. i noticed two holes of drywood termite i teared down the drywall has nothing.. thought i got foam based temidor and drill the hole and injected .. after that i dont find the temites anywhere i being cautious i bought this spectracide sticks and placed them around home.. got taurus sc and sprayed around.. i am not finding any drywood termite after i am still not having peace of mind would they still be around in my home.. i am thinking to do tent fumigation does it really be necessary

  • @Felixkoifish
    @Felixkoifish ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi mate I learn a lot from you . Can I use liquid chemical on slope ? TIA

  • @1brokenbychrist
    @1brokenbychrist 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GREAT INFO!!

  • @nicko5566
    @nicko5566 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Dan for the video. Great overview for the DIY'er and non-professional.
    I have noticed what I suspect to be flying termites. An inspection shows no mud tubes nor signs of termites. Prevention was recommended though. For the Termidor SC product, should I trench a small area around the home and then apply the product? It seems like a more solid barrier as compared to the bait startions. In either case, what is the recommended treatment for where there is concrete coming up to the home but having a small gap, say an 1/8 to a 1/4 inch between the wall and the concrete?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!! Just get as much solution in to the soil as possible. If the crack is too small you will need to go around it or drill into concrete

  • @normanspurgeon5324
    @normanspurgeon5324 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Thank you for these videos- in this video, you did not specify, as far as I know, the "poison" used in the bait stations- Is it fipronil? It makes sense to me that it would be, but it would be nice to know. This is what is used in Termador- Thanks-

  • @gardenweedsgrower
    @gardenweedsgrower 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I grown food in my yard in South Florida so I guess baits will work for me. I don’t want to poison me soil with the liquid. Is my food forest safe from the liquid runoff? because it rain a lot sometimes.

  • @davekieras9146
    @davekieras9146 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video man thanks!

  • @persianviolet6559
    @persianviolet6559 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    DIY, do both bait and trenching with liquid.

  • @prodbysmok3
    @prodbysmok3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this guy!

  • @kylelaw7210
    @kylelaw7210 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Look into boric acid & bora-care if you are doing a new build.

  • @KINGOTHL
    @KINGOTHL ปีที่แล้ว

    How far away from the foundation should the bait traps be placed? How effective are the Spectracide bait traps that Home Depot sells? THANKS....

  • @ericsusankellum2817
    @ericsusankellum2817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @Dan The Bug Man, thanks for this helpful video. I'm tempted to save money, order the bait systems and install them myself. Is there any reason why you would recommend that I leave this project to the professionalls?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Hey if you have the time and energy, then go for it. Termite treatments are not rocket science! If you are doing it yourself, I would definitely recommend doing a liquid treatment and not bait stations

    • @dwightanderson8331
      @dwightanderson8331 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you do it YOURSELF make sure you read the label so you do it correctly and dont create some issues you weren't expecting. Good luck.

  • @warclassics
    @warclassics 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I installed Spectracide bait stations in my front yard last year, the orange bar popped up this week, and a bunch of brown worms have started coming out every night and sometimes go under my front door, into the house. I used the Taurus SC there yesterday, so hopefully that kills the worms too lol

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha I wouldn’t trust those spectricide things. But good job using Taurus! That will definitely help

    • @jakemunoz2400
      @jakemunoz2400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Spectracide is just a waist of money. It doesn’t work

    • @fabp4289
      @fabp4289 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where can I buy taurus sc ?

    • @warclassics
      @warclassics ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@fabp4289 i got it from ebay!

  • @MsDaddyrabbit1
    @MsDaddyrabbit1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent

  • @frankbullitt4556
    @frankbullitt4556 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great video

  • @VickyGoss
    @VickyGoss หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been getting liquid treatment every single year since 2020. Had another 2021_22_23_& having it tomorrow 24. I have stumps they are eating on. I had termites in my home in 2020 and had to get it treated to save the house. Since then I've gone with every single year. Addressed the issue of water damage in the home. The home is nice & dry & I haven't had any issues with them but when I see Swarms every year I freak out. They only inspect my home every 3 years. Strange. Mobile Alabama very humid here

  • @blaghaddering1781
    @blaghaddering1781 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your video !! I got a new construction house. Can I use bait stations 7 aground 1600 sq feet and liquid around the perimeter of the house ?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Yeah you can use both if you want but I would just do bait OR liquid. Not both

  • @garciairizarry2954
    @garciairizarry2954 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dan how much would you charge for that type of job? Not for the bait station treatment, the other one.

  • @shredda4831
    @shredda4831 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Cool thanks

  • @juanpena8827
    @juanpena8827 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a question: Where did you get the poster that you have on the wall ? I need one like that, please let me know, thank you.

  • @cruzintheraw
    @cruzintheraw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Sir... any advice on getting rid of snakes and spiders... thanks...

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Well that depends on a lot of factors…. Snakes usually done hang around for long. There’s a product called snake away. And for spiders be sure to clear out any sticks or leaves around the house and maybe use a spray to get rid of them

  • @gasman7558
    @gasman7558 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Dan i started doing my own pest control the last few years. My home is ant and roach free. I will start termite control soon. What are your thoughts if I did both systems? Because some of the areas around my house can't be trenched. If I did do both systems how far apart would you put the baite stations? Thanks keep up the good work

  • @DemusPrime
    @DemusPrime 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a question. I’m replacing the pipes on my house to pvc getting rid of the iron and steel piping so the floors are dug up. What kind of termite treatment can I add inside the opening we dug up? What can I get on Amazon?.

  • @andrewwhitehead9315
    @andrewwhitehead9315 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dan the bug man how long have you been in the pest control service. I’ve been doing it for about 4 years in Florida

  • @eatlaughandstupid4430
    @eatlaughandstupid4430 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dan I’m making my own bait station… what chemical should I soak the bait with… love your content

    • @joseph151
      @joseph151 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is a terrible idea lol

    • @michaelmerck7576
      @michaelmerck7576 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@joseph151just dont

  • @nicolemcgee9930
    @nicolemcgee9930 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good to know!!

  • @jimmyazadi
    @jimmyazadi 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I live in arizona state with no humid and dry and hot in summer. Which product should I go? Baiting system or liquid ?

  • @edpippin
    @edpippin ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it worth it to purchase a contract with insurance? We pay 800 a year for bait stations and yard treatment. 3/4 acre lot with 20 stations//wood strips We average 1 station per year having to be treated on quarterly inspection.

  • @steviefigs4677
    @steviefigs4677 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey Dan! I live in a new community in the newly built home in South Carolina. Our builder gives you a year free with Sentricon terminate system. The year is past and I’m trying to research on doing it myself. My problem is where do you get the refills? I haven’t found a solid location on where to purchase that. Please let me know any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

    • @featurebroadcast297
      @featurebroadcast297 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The builder has an agreement with your local pest control company to install the bait stations. When the year is up, you will hear from the pest control company who will inspect and service the monitors. At that time, you will have the option for continued (paid)service. The average price is around $300.00-$350.00 per year. You can shop around for the best price, but ask about the warranty.

  • @Marco-if9ph
    @Marco-if9ph ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, Dan , how are you doing, I have a question, I like to use the liquid of bio advanced mixed with water pouring around outside of house wall for every 2 months, but I have a fruit tree near the wall about 6 feet distance, I am worry that the roots of fruit tree absorbed the liquid of treatment. Is it not good ? or do I change to use
    the termite stakes near area of fruit tree ? Thank you for your attention

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello! I’m not 100% sure but I’ve never known pesticides to effect plants. Even when we spray chemicals into the ground around plants they never die so I would think it would be ok

  • @queenslander954
    @queenslander954 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yea cheers mate, but down in Australia do we need to hang the baits on the ceilings .. because as you probably know , we’re upside down here.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahahaha classic. It’s not for the ceiling termites??

  • @bryanschaumloffel1454
    @bryanschaumloffel1454 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you use the liquid does the barrier have to be continuous around the entire house?

  • @blessednoni
    @blessednoni หลายเดือนก่อน

    Question. What happens if you use both liquid and bait?

  • @WhiteOak09
    @WhiteOak09 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are there different kinds of termites and if so do you treat them all the same.

  • @Just.A.T-Rex
    @Just.A.T-Rex ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I notice you mentioned bait stations are a quicker solution but I disagree, stations can take a much longer time to eliminate an active colony. And I’ve inspected hundreds of homes with bait stations and active termites in the home that were attracted by the bait but then moved onto the home (the biggest bait station.) if soil conditions are very damp we usually go with imidacloprid as it stays put much better than fipronil in high saturated soils.

    • @steadyeddie7453
      @steadyeddie7453 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was also advised that if you have existing termites then the bait stations don't work. The termites have already found their wood source, so they could care less about the wood in the bait station.

  • @wkkmaiwkk
    @wkkmaiwkk หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Sir. Could i ask about the treatment sir? In my bath room, i have one spot termite actived . I have installed sentricon bait station by professional. They installed only 19 sentricon bait station for exterior and one AG station for interior ( bath room termite actived spot ). My question is could i spray with Spectracide Terminate Termite Killing Foam to any other room's by myself, i making tiny hole by drilling to drywall and can i spray to prevent with Spectracide Terminate Termite Killing Foam behind the drywall for entire house or could i leave like that with their treatment. I worry about termite will move to other spot and eat other room's structure. Please advice me sir. Thanks Sir. With Best Regards.

  • @StarrixFit
    @StarrixFit 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey quick question but where did you get that poster that’s on your wall, it looks like ants and termites.

  • @catherinefreeze5997
    @catherinefreeze5997 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Dan! Thanks for this information. I had a question about how effective liquid treatment is for termites. How can you guarantee liquid treatment is effective if there could be something blocking the liquids path, like a rock or something. Just wondering!

    • @jessespad
      @jessespad ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I don't fully understand your question, because if it's just gravel against the slab, you can still dig a trench and treat. If it's like a concrete slab in your way, you drill holes and apply the liquid termiticide under the slab to form the barrier. If your house is built on a solid rock and there is no soil, which I've never seen, then you probably live in an area that doesn't have subterranean termites.
      A liquid soil treatment is only for subterranean termites. That may help answer your question, until Dan sees your comment. And I'm also a licensed pest technician as well, fyi.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice , thanks :)

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Even if the liquid treatment doesn’t cover every inch of soil, the termites will still find it. They are exploring insects so they are always tunneling through the soil and they will eventually find the chemical

    • @nianggreni8508
      @nianggreni8508 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanTheBugMan hello Dan. How about the brand premise from bayer? Is it also a non-repellent?

  • @Net446
    @Net446 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What do you think about orkin?they do termidicide sentricon for well over $2000
    Is termidicide the same as termidor? 250 a year for warranty after the 3rd year. Recruit HD is what they use

  • @anitamiller7724
    @anitamiller7724 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Painting bedrooms and found 3 rooms with drywall damage and one room with active bugs eating drywall paper. Plus there was one day swarmers were seen in that active room. House on a slab and Orkin drilled inside house through the foundation every 10-12 inches only on the obviously effected walls plus drilled into drywall down low and injected foam only on effected walls. They didn't trench outside but just squirted the Termidor every foot or more around the outside perimeter. Is it safe to assume the critters have been terminated? Should we still do annual inspection and further treatments only if activity is spotted? Appreciate any comments.

    • @kevinyoung947
      @kevinyoung947 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Orkin inspector here, im curious to why they didnt trench, but yes depending on the slab your on those other treatments they did were necessary and also has residual affect

    • @anitamiller7724
      @anitamiller7724 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @kevinyoung947 I believe they said they could've done either but in our case trenching would've been more as a preventive measure all around where the injecting every foot was more of what was needed in our case. Probably just a story IMO. Orkin was very proactive in that they came back 2 times for further treatment within a month to treat a north side of the house that couldn't be treated because we had an underground concrete cistern water supply 5 feet from the garage wall. We hooked up to city water and collapsed the cistern and Orkin was gracious enough to come back and treat that outside garage foundation.

    • @anitamiller7724
      @anitamiller7724 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @kevinyoung947 Oh, forgot to say, Orkin said trenching was more for eliminating all other kinds of bugs like carpenter ants of which we had no symptoms of other bugs.

  • @stfd123
    @stfd123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the purpose of digging a small ditch for the liquid product? Can I pour it on the surface and let it soak in? I live in SW Florida and our soil is sandy with some clay. Watched another vid showing them treating the back fill with product before covering the ditch.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The purpose of the ditch is just so the solution doesn't run off. Just make sure its soaking in to the ground right next to the house. Yes that's what most people do is treating the backfill but its pointless in my opinion

  • @krisborn
    @krisborn ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Here's my take on the choices. I live in Thailand in a circa 1,000 sq. ft house. The climate is tropical and similar to the southern USA but with more rain. I opted for bait stations because of the standing groundwater which occurs so often. Last year I installed 20 bait stations around the house and found termites in 16 within the first two weeks. I baited the stations and effectively eradicated them within 3 months including the removal of a 2 meter long mound on the property. This winter was very wet again and after the groundwater dropped I rebaited the stations. This time 7 out of the 20 stations showed infestations. I choose the bait stations because of the flexibility of dealing with persistent infestations. I could never afford the cost of the liquids required. With global climate changes housing construction policies have to change to begin building houses on raised pillars again to mitigate infestations.

  • @alexgreer3897
    @alexgreer3897 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On sentricon the bait if not eaten and still intact you don’t need to change the page but it does need to be monitored once A year

    • @V.VIIIBeanman
      @V.VIIIBeanman ปีที่แล้ว

      This! Work for a pest control company and I was wondering if anyone stated this.

  • @M00Nature
    @M00Nature 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your video; it was very informative. My question is: what other soil organisms does the liquid treatment kill, or does it only kill termites? Also, can the poison in the liquid treatment move around with stormwater and possibly end up in nearby streams or drinking water wells?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the soil treatment will be very strong when first applied, and probably kill any insect that comes in contact with it. but after a few days it will bond to the soil particles then just be effective against termites... If applied correctly there should be no runoff into the streams

    • @PIGGEBANK
      @PIGGEBANK 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Termidor specifically is extremely deadly to pollinators. Make sure to ONLY apply as directed in the label to minimize risk.

  • @TrueHafiz
    @TrueHafiz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the great job. I am in the housse where I see about 15 sentricon baite stations. The stations looks like 2 to three years old. Would please guide me how to proceed to the inspection process myself. Thanks

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! So the sentricon stations are definitely not doing anything anymore if they are that old. To inspect the house for termites, you need a good flashlight. Then if the home has a crawlspace access underneath, then you should look under there for any signs of termite tunnels. If the house is built on concrete, inspect the inside around the baseboards on the bottom floor of the home. Also, nearly all pest control companies offer free termite inspections, so that's a really good option too

    • @coltonr9409
      @coltonr9409 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DanTheBugMan this is not true, if the Sentricon system has the Always Active bait with Recruit HD (like shown in this video, with the white cylindrical cellulose block impregnated with noviflumuron) the bait can stay in the green station for several years and not be replaced as long as there is more than 2/3 of the recruit HD block remaining and the system is inspected annually.

  • @melizzz924
    @melizzz924 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would u say cedar siding attracts termites?

  • @dennis2527
    @dennis2527 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The liquid is safe to do it myself ? Thanks

  • @garywallpe2218
    @garywallpe2218 ปีที่แล้ว

    How about a concrete slab sunroom. Is drilling required in the slabor can a perimeter application of the sunroom acceptable?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perimeter soil treatment will work

  • @serhiiv.2593
    @serhiiv.2593 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey. Thx for sharing this info. I/m from texas and gotr a very very bad situation with termites. How may I contact you to get an advise. TIA

  • @chunlianqiu5340
    @chunlianqiu5340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Dan, your video is so helpful to the currently crazy people like me who is experiencing the hardeat time struggling with existed termites in the house. I live in South Florida, which is the areas with the worst termite problems. We didn't mention any potential subterranean termite problems until last month, when swarms of termites flew into my house at night and I almost fainted on the spot.
    The next day, I couldn't wait to make an appointment with several companies that specialize in the treatment of termites. They offered different plans, and the price was basically around $1900. I also learned a lot of relevant knowledge through your video and bought the “products”, hoping can eliminate this huge hidden danger in the ASAP and end of my nightmare. Do you have any better suggestions here? Thanks again for your sharing.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank you! Yeah no kidding, swarming termites are like something out of a movie! Good luck with the treatment. $1900 is a little pricy for a treatment in my area (KY) but if you live in a bigger city that might be the market price. Our treatments are about $1k for an average sized home. Just make sure the company that does the treatment is offering a fair annual warranty and the renewal fee isn't too pricy too.

    • @raymolony985
      @raymolony985 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Where can I buy the liquid

    • @raymolony985
      @raymolony985 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Where can I buy the liquid

    • @held_muffin5472
      @held_muffin5472 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I cant say for certainty, but Florida is known for having Formosan termites who are much more aggressive than Eastern Subterraneans. That could be the reason for the high prices for termite control where you live.

  • @tymartin2293
    @tymartin2293 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If a house is on pylons, do you dig a trench around every pylon and pour the liquid in it? Do I spray the pylons also? Im assuming yes.

  • @aronPru2660
    @aronPru2660 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if the subterranean termites made in to attic? Is termidor spray/foam to the affected wood along with bait station on the ground good enough treatment?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As long as you do the bait stations correctly that will be enough to eliminate the colony, yes. They are subterranean termites so make sure you treat the soil really well. And termidor foam on the active termites will work well too

  • @hayden3145
    @hayden3145 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sentricon is not a "bait" in the conventional sense, it does not attract termites to it and the sticks in it last a long time and from my understanding its actually more beneficial to leave the bait stick in if it isnt too depleted so the termites continue to feed on it, also its aging actually causes it to be more conducive to termite activity.

    • @soquick69
      @soquick69 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Correct

  • @pheapk7875
    @pheapk7875 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found a ground termite hole. Put a bait stake into the hole. The green knob popped up. Replace it with another stake to make sure the nest is exterminated.
    It didn't pop up but it's there for the termites. I like the stake method because the holds are there. Just replace the empty stake with new one.
    knowledge

    • @pheapk7875
      @pheapk7875 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @tiffanydetwiller8213
    @tiffanydetwiller8213 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I live in an area where the ground is very wet most of the time. We just found a huge infestation in our bathroom and we have a slab foundation. We also have a septic tank right behind my house. I want to treat the yard to prevent anymore termites coming in. Is there a recommendation for which would be better for our situation?

    • @jimfields9491
      @jimfields9491 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not much labeled to treat the yard for termites and being a damp area don’t use Imidacloprid based products like Premise 75. If it’s very damp I’d recommend Termidor HE because the extra moisture in the soil will help disperse the treatment.

  • @davidaaatax
    @davidaaatax ปีที่แล้ว

    I have added a wood foundation for my new addition. Should I add liquid treatment on top of the rock around my sonotubes?
    Oviously, I will not be able to get to this area again to retreat ever again.

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah definitely! Treat that soil and just make sure there’s no runoff and the chemical is seeping into the soil properly

  • @msequal051
    @msequal051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use the advance bait station and I recently checked it. I actually check it every month, because there is a history of termites. Well I have termites, I replaced the monitored capsule, with a bait trap. Should I remove the wood and drop another bait into it, or leave the wood ?
    I checked it again just because I was curious..
    Well their eating the bait.. THANK GOD…
    My concern is it may not work fast enough.
    What if they start causing damage before it kills them. After watching your video I’m going to buy Toridor and line the outer perimeter.. So I’ll be using both

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As far as the bait stations go, you can leave the wood with it or put in double baits, either is fine...
      And that's great that the bait is working! If they are eating on it even just a little bit the bait will work. Its very effective but will take a few weeks to kill the colony. Thats just how all termite chemicals work. Good luck with the termidor! double protection!

  • @andislopez4940
    @andislopez4940 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if I have sprinklers that irrigate the lawn?

  • @jimfields9491
    @jimfields9491 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I have almost 37 years experience in the business. There’s nothing that comes close to Termidor SC. Not Termidor HE and definitely not Taurus SC and unfortunately the big national companies have evolved termite baits into a money making racket. If you have baits and the company is checking them more than a every 2 months basis you are being ripped off. I tried Taurus SC a couple years ago and had a 100% retreat rate. With Termidor HE its always worked but can take upwards of a year to get full control but with Termidor SC and almost 23 years of use it has a 0% retreat rate, yes zero.

    • @rromero1318
      @rromero1318 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So liquid termidor SC is the best??

    • @phidip2328
      @phidip2328 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you ever used Navigator SC? It has 9.1% fipronil.

    • @JohnWickkkk
      @JohnWickkkk ปีที่แล้ว

      I can’t order it to my state; so now what

    • @ZomBeatBrainZ
      @ZomBeatBrainZ ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Taurus had same active ingredients though???

    • @mistuhmiketherapper
      @mistuhmiketherapper ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ZomBeatBrainZTaurus works amazing don’t listen to him, stuck in his ways after 37 years. Termidor HE also works amazing.

  • @mia-dx9ym
    @mia-dx9ym หลายเดือนก่อน

    Orkin installed bait traps. Should I suggest a one-time liquid treatment? For ultimate coverage?

    • @mia-dx9ym
      @mia-dx9ym หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good video thanks.

  • @tobyspestcontrol2602
    @tobyspestcontrol2602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Termite season is just around the corner. Usually starts in April!

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’ll be here soon

    • @dwightanderson8331
      @dwightanderson8331 ปีที่แล้ว

      Termite season is year round have found them in bait stations even in winter temperature under 32 degrees as well as in structures. Swarm season is coming and starts depending on how far south you live. Termites can swarm even in cold months if conditions are right for them they stay active year round searching for food sources and even if its cold wood is a good insulator and provide them some protection from cold. Be vigilant.

  • @Semaj.18272
    @Semaj.18272 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question I watched ur other vidoe how to diy liquid treatment . Ok whag if you do only two sides of the house where I’m sure there is termite and had termites ? Is that enough ? Or like if 10 termites go through and take it back to the colony is that enough it will kill the whole thing

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Two sides of the home should provide some good coverage. But try to do all sides if you can. But yeah if just a few termites get it then it will eliminate the colony

    • @Semaj.18272
      @Semaj.18272 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanTheBugMan thank you

  • @edgarponce9571
    @edgarponce9571 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dan i hope your doing well! I was wondering how can I attack termites inside my house. I found droppings and small hole on the ceiling. I hope u answer thanks!

    • @dwightanderson8331
      @dwightanderson8331 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd call a pest company to check it out. It might not be termites but carpenter ants which takes s different treatment that costs less.

  • @bernisemg
    @bernisemg ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a huge termite colony in my house. The house is made of reinforced concrete. The treatment for the house is very expensive and I am looking for a DIY video. The termites have also gotten into the electrical lines. What treatments do you recommend to kill the termites inside the concrete and the electrical lines?

    • @held_muffin5472
      @held_muffin5472 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ask your local pest control companies if they use Sentricon baits. If so, they should be able to treat the effected areas with Recruit AG. Its an above ground version of Recruit HD (the bait used in Sentricon in-ground stations) except its in a powdered form. My Pest Control company has had a lot of success with these above ground stations.

  • @onesri6108
    @onesri6108 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My termite renewal is coming up in March 2023 for $350.00. I called the company, and they lowered it to $215.00. They have installed 15 bait stations. Is this worth renewing, or should I do it on my own? What's your take?

    • @soquick69
      @soquick69 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do they offer a repair and retreatment warranty on the treatment?

  • @cameronharris2862
    @cameronharris2862 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I seem to have them in the cracks between my patio and my foundation. I saw a mud tube there. I can't exactly dig a trench or put a bait station in that location

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats not good! If it has a lot of concrete just treat the soil that is closest to the infested area

    • @PyroLegend1
      @PyroLegend1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Flood the cracks with thermidor and it'll still help treat them

    • @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit
      @Man_in_a_Gucci_Suit ปีที่แล้ว

      You have to drill the concrete with a rotary hammer and get it into the ground through the hole you drill

  • @davidthao8485
    @davidthao8485 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do the bite station destroy plants/roots?

  • @reikisponge
    @reikisponge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If the bait station is installed in the flower bed with mulch. Will mulch compete with the wood in the bait station?

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No that will be okay. Just depending on what much it is the termites might not even like it

  • @kennypowers99
    @kennypowers99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you make a video showing us how to apply the liquid poison please

    • @DanTheBugMan
      @DanTheBugMan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I did! I have two videos on my channel

    • @kennypowers99
      @kennypowers99 ปีที่แล้ว

      I found it like 5 mins after I commented my fault lol

  • @bgregg55
    @bgregg55 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you do a video for carpenter ants please.