Can you do Sentricon yourself?
Voted Best Answer. Sentricon is not available as a DIY product and you cannot purchase actual Sentricon parts.
How often should Sentricon bait be replaced?
THIS IS BEST FOR YOUR HOMEOWNERS. According to label use directions for Sentricon, replace Recruit® HD termite bait when one-third or more of a bait device is depleted. Do not replace due to coloration differences, mold or cracks, or when less than one-third of the bait device is depleted.
Who owns the Sentricon system?
Dow AgroSciences Ownership of Sentricon System Components.
Is the Sentricon system good?
The Sentricon® System has been proven by university research studies and decades of use by pest control professionals to be the best and most effective way of eliminating termite colonies. And as a bonus, there are no damaging side effects to your property like there are with liquid barrier treatments.
Are termite bait stations worth it?
More importantly, they’re designed to not only kill termites active within the traps, but also to kill off the actual nest too. This is what makes termite baiting stations really effective. Not only are they an affordable long term solution, but they are incredibly effective at killing off large colonies of termites.
Does Terminix use Sentricon?
At Terminix, we use the Always Active Sentricon baiting system. With the Always Active system, bait is inserted into the station at the time of installation, meaning you have immediate protection from Termites.
How long do you need Sentricon?
The newer Sentricon systems use what is called “Always Active”. It is supposed to last up to 7 years.
How far should termite bait stations be from the house?
For best results, the termite bait stations should be placed 10 feet apart around the house. The instructions say they can be placed as far as 20 feet apart, but most termite companies place them 10 feet apart which is the recommended distance in the pest control industry.
Are termites attracted to Sentricon?
THE SENTRICON® SYSTEM. Does the Sentricon® system attract termites? No. Termites find Sentricon® stations through their relentless search and continuous foraging for additional food sources.
What is Sentricon® termite baiting system?
Sentricon® termite baiting system was introduced in the market in 1995, and since then it has been effectively doing a lot to control termites. Today it is the most innovative and budget-friendly method to control termites and eliminate their colonies. Here I shall discuss a few benefits of this popular system.
What is the difference between Termidor and Sentricon?
Sentricon is an effective termite exterminator. Although it is slow as compared to Termidor but it works and protects the structure until it remains installed. On the other hand, Termidor is a faster exterminator for termites but it only kills those termites that come in contact with it.
How long does it take to install Sentricon bait stations?
Sentricon bait stations are installed in a ring around your property, creating a circle of protection. Depending on the size of your property, one pest control technician can usually install the stations in about an hour. Since we won’t need access to your home during installation, you don’t have to worry about scheduling conflicts.
How will Sentricon affect structures protected from reinvasion?
Consequently, structures protected with Sentricon (and all other bait products and systems) will need to be continually inspected, monitored and maintained to guard against reinvasion from new colonies or previously suppressed ones.