12 best carpenter ant baits

Product description

Optigard® Ant gel bait, powered by the active ingredient thiamethoxam, offers unparalleled control of a broad spectrum of ants by ingestion and transfer of the clear, odorless and palatable bait for effective colony control.

• Target pests: For indoor and outdoor control of structure-invading ants including argentine ants, carpenter ants, and ghost ants and other nuisance ant pests; excluding fire, harvester and pharaoh ants.
• Highly attractive formula promotes ready transfer of the active ingredient throughout the colony
• Powerful, active ingredient knocks out workers, brood and queens
• Approved for use indoors and outdoors, applied in cracks and crevices. Active Ingredient: Thiamethoxam, .010%.
• How does Optigard Ant Bait Gel work? Ants that feed on the gel will return to their nest and transfer the bait to the queen and their young, thereby killing the queen, the young and the entire colony.

User questions & answers

Question:	Ants are entering my son’s room near the ceiling. What is the consistency of this product? Will it drip if I apply it to the ceiling corners
Answer:	The product has a gel like consistency but may also have some liquid when applied. The gel will run sometimes when applied to walls but this provides more bait for the ants. Do not disturb the ants while they swarm the bait.
Question:	Does it have a strong odor? Thanks for your time
Answer:	Hi! No---it has no odor that I've noticed, and you use very little at a time. You need to put it in the path of the ants and just little dabs at a time. It's a pretty thick gel so it sticks up around the ceilings, under a countertop edge, etc... just keep it away from pets and kids!
Question:	Is this for sugar ants or protein ants
Answer:	Sugar - says right in the description - The sugar-based gel matrix of Optigard ant gel bait is highly attractive to ants, which makes it extremely effective.
Question:	if you used terro how does this compare
Answer:	I have used Terro and I have found Optigard to be considerable more effective. What has worked well for me is to identify where the ants are coming from, and where their trails are. I then place a bead of about 1/2 inch, or so, near the entrance and on the trails. (If you are concerned about about pets or children touching the gel you might cut one inch pieces of drinking straws and put the bead of gel inside those) The ants are quickly attracted to the gel and you need to leave it alone. The ants will take the gel back to the nest and use it to feed the queen and the young ants. They will quickly die (a couple of days) and once the life cycle of ants is relatively short a dead queen means ne new ants. I've had really good results doing this.

Product features

A Clear Solution For Ant Control

It is estimated there are up to 10,000 trillion ants on earth, which means there are trillions of pest problems you could encounter around your property. Optigard ant gel bait from Syngenta Professional Pest Management offers effective control of a broad range of ants so you can help reduce the number of ants you face.

Optigard ant gel bait is known for its clear gel formulation that ants are attracted to and is easy for them to consume. It has proven to be accepted and palatable to a wide variety of ants. The powerful active ingredient, thiamethoxam, controls workers, brood and queens to ensure full colony elimination.

Optigard ant gel bait Profile

▸ Broad-spectrum control of ants, including Argentine, carpenter, odorous house, ghost and other ant species

▸ Non-repellent and transferable; knocks out workers, brood and queens

▸ Remains palatable for at least 14 days after baiting (indoors and outdoors)

▸ Non-staining and colorless formulation with little to no odor

▸ Packaged in a ready-to-use, 30-gram syringe with plunger for easy application

With its effective mode of action, durable formulation and excellent acceptance among ants, you can trust Optigard ant gel bait to offer the control you need to help provide a long-lasting, ant-free environment for your customers.

The Perfect Formula for Ant Elimination

The sugar-based gel matrix of Optigard ant gel bait is highly attractive to ants, which makes it extremely effective. Other baits can be too gooey, which prevents ants from transporting them back to the colony. However, the consistency of Optigard makes it easy for ants to carry to the colony and share with nestmates.

Optigard ant gel bait is also known for its durability under harsh environmental conditions. The formulation resists degradation caused by high temperatures and can retain its palatability for more than two weeks. Ants will continue to feed on Optigard ant gel bait even if the product dries out over time and the active ingredient becomes concentrated. This long-lasting effect reduces the chance of call backs and requires fewer applications.

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User questions & answers

Question:	I have the colony under the kitchen cabinet on top of the refrigerator where do I apply the bait? I am desperate
Answer:	I used it in small amounts all around, not in a perimeter line. I still have some left. I guess you can make 5 inches lines all around or something similar. Good luck.
Question:	what is the shelf life of this product
Answer:	They wouldn't carry it away from the nest. They would take it to the nest. Otherwise they wouldn't touch it.
Question:	Barlett Tree service suggested this product to pour on the ground around a tree to kill carpenter ants in the tree. Do you think this would work
Answer:	It is Protein. It is highly recommended to also use Maxforce FC Carpenter Bait Gel which is a sugar bait. You should always give ants a choice as they may be in the mood for either a protein (granule) or a sugar (gel) bait.
Question:	Is this a sweet bait? Protein? Fat? All
Answer:	Yes it can be applied inside and outside, sunlight not an issue, should get picked up pretty quickly, but yes easy to clean, do not over apply.

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Advance Granular Carpenter Ant Bai

An amazing carpenter ant bait, with a proprietary blend of attractants and large grit size that make Advance Granular Carpenter Ant Bait a great choice for all difficult-to-control large ants.

Product description

To kill common household ants, simply place TERRO Liquid Ant Baits stations near indoor areas where ants are spotted. Ants enter the trap, consume the liquid ant bait and return to the nest where they pass on the bait to the rest of the colony. TERRO Liquid Ant Baits are specifically formulated to allow worker ants to consume the product and survive long enough to carry the liquid back to the nest and deliver a dose to the rest of the colony . The liquid ant bait stations prevent the bait from drying out and provide the ants with a continuous supply of liquid, day and night. Monitor the baits regularly for activity, but do not interfere with the ants or baits. Replace with additional baits when the first set is depleted. Depending on the size of the ant infestation, complete control may take up to two weeks.

• 12 bait stations included
• Kills all common household ants
• Pre-filled, ready-to-use bait stations
• Patented design prevents bait from drying out
• Attracts ants fast
• Contains Borax
• Place baits near ant trails or where ants are numerous
• Use all six baits to ensure sufficient supply for the ants

User questions & answers

Question:	Why is the pricing so weird? It's actually 2x more in bulk! Did someone make a mistake? Sorry for the rhetorical question, silly vendor person
Answer:	It has to do with who the actual "seller" is. If you select a quantity of "1", in this case, it is "sold and fulfilled" by Amazon. If you select a quantity of "2" it is "sold" by another company while still being "fulfilled" by Amazon. Yes, both quantities are, as of this writing, "fulfilled" by Amazon but that just tells you that Amazon stores, packages, and ships both items(1 and 2 packs) even though there are, in reality, two different "sellers". If you click back and forth on the quantity selector you'll see the "sold by" name change. Look just under the price after you switch. The seller of the 2 pack sets the price whereas the seller of the 1 pack(Amazon) sets its own price. I'm sure Amazon buys the 1 pack in very large quantities and, therefore, can get a bigger discount, per piece, than the other "seller" can get, per piece, for the 2-pack.
Question:	How safe is this product in the kitchen? We have a few ants crawling around our kitchen sink and would like to place one of these bait stations on our kitchen counter. Bad idea? Thanks
Answer:	This is a generally safe product according to my research. Make sure to read the packaging and follow direction. (FOR INDOOR USE READ THE FOLLOWING) One lesson I learned the hard way: the sugary syrup is irresistible to ants, even though it is laced with poison. This means when you use Tarro, you're actually providing access to free food! The poison will work on the ants and it takes about 18-24 hours to kill them... but as you wait after 24 hours, Tarro syrup will attract other thriving colonies into your home. They'll follow the same rich trails laid behind by the previous colony and even scavenge on the carcases of the previously fallen colony. This cycle will continue, attracting ants from far away reaches and allowing them to setup massive colonies within your home. This is especially true with Argentine ants (available throughout the world), which form massive colonies with multiple queens - a trait unique to this type of ant, whereas others will battle for territory. So the lesson learned is simple... once the initial 1 or 2 swarms die down, remove all baits and all forms of food from open spaces in your home; patch up all openings in walls, baseboards, cracks around windows, etc; apply perimeter pesticide around your home; and look for signs of wandering ants in the next week. If you see more ants then you missed an opening and already have an established colony in your wall.... repeat!! Just don't leave out Tarro and keep replenishing, especially in the case of Argentine ants.
Question:	Is this safe to have around pets? I have a curious cat
Answer:	I'd say no. My cat knocked one of these over once and licked the syrup. She was fine but it wasn't a fun afternoon (trip to the vet, etc.). Terro sells a version of this that encloses the bait in plastic and has sticky squares to attach them to the floor, counter, or other surfaces. I use those instead now.
Question:	I have a baby in the house and I would like to use this product to kill ants in my house. Any precautions you suggest before I use this product
Answer:	The ant trails at my house sometimes go from the floor to the ceiling. I turn the bait so that the liquid will not run out and use Scotch tape to tape it to the wall next to the ant trail. I tape the bait high enough that babies and grand children cannot get to it. It usually takes two days for the ants to disappear. Then three days after they disappear, they return to the trap. Another two days and they disappear again. The second time they disappear is usually the last time I see them at that location.

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TERRO Liquid Ant Baits

Ants can be a problem anywhere – in the home, at work and everywhere in between. To kill common household ants, place TERRO Liquid Ant Baits in areas where they attract foraging ants that take the bait back to the nest. As the bait circulates through the colony, it kills the ants you see and the ones you don’t. The new and improved snap-off tab makes the stations easy to use. To open the bait, hold the station vertically and twist the tab. This opens up the station and allows ants to access the bait. Place the entire station on a flat surface, keeping the ant bait inside the station. Plus, the closed bait stations prevent the bait from drying out to provide the ants with a continuous supply of liquid, day and night. Note: complete control may take up to two weeks.

How Liquid Ant Bait Works

Since this is a bait, initially you will see more ants – but don’t worry, this is a good thing. Why? As ants forage for food, they are easily attracted to the sweet, sugary liquid inside the bait stations. After finding the bait, worker ants consume it and leave behind a pheromone trail leading back to the colony. This trail lets other worker ants know where the newly discovered food supply is. This is why you will see more ants in the beginning.

Meanwhile, the active ingredient, Borax, is slowly interfering with the ant’s digestive system, ultimately killing it, but leaving enough time for the ant to go back and share the dose with the rest of the colony. This slow kill is necessary so that foraging ants can make several trips to the bait. The communal nature of an ant colony allows the bait to be spread to hundreds, if not thousands, of individual ants.

How to Use Liquid Ant Baits

TERRO Liquid Ant Baits are very easy to use. Before placing the bait stations, be sure to remove other sources of food, such as crumbs, sugar and grease spots to prevent attracting ants elsewhere. Do not place bait where you’ve already sprayed insecticides, as the pests may avoid the bait stations.

1. Hold the bait station firmly with bait pack tab facing up. Break off the tab being careful not to spill the bait.
2. Place the bait station label side up on a flat surface near signs of ants. Place additional bait stations anywhere they may enter your home. For best results, use all bait stations to ensure a sufficient supply for the ants.
3. Monitor placements regularly, but do not interfere with the pests or bait stations. Replace when bait is depleted. Complete control may take up to two weeks.
4. Once ants are controlled, replace the baits every 3 months to keep them from returning.

Product description

Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer kills the queen and destroys the mound. Watering-in is not necessary. Use it as a mound treatment for home lawns and around ornamental plants (including flowers, shrubs, and trees). Try not to disturb the mounds while treating. This product can be used along with Ortho MAX Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules as part of the Fire Ant 2-Step Program. Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer 1 is to kill-or your money back.

• Kills the queen and destroys the mound
• No watering-in required
• Treats up to 162 mounds (twin pack 324 mounds total)
• Use Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer as part of Ortho 2-Step Fire Ant Method

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this safe to use around plant
Answer:	They suspend in water
Question:	Why can’t this be shipped to my address in Minnesota
Answer:	6 inch.. Baby brushes at 4.5 I think.. Babies for the spring.. Big ones for late summer and fall
Question:	What if the ground isn’t moist before application? Do the granules have to be wet to work
Answer:	They work well on largemouth but you will get more bites on the baby brush hogs for sure ! I like the big ones because I have caught several big fish on them and tournament fishing you have to catch some bigger fish to compete
Question:	Why will this state that it will not ship to my address in Texas, however, no problem with the shipping of the same product that is in the 4 lb size
Answer:	In my opinion, this bait is best used for flipping into heavy cover, like weeds, grass or lay-down logs, etc. I rig it 'texposed' with a 5/0 extra-wide gap hook and a 1/2 ounce(or heavier, depending on the cover) bullet weight. If this terminology is unfamiliar to you, there are lots of good videos on youtube- it's abit complicated to explain with text, but by actually watching someone do it, it's not hard at all to learn. Use heavy line, at least 20# if you're using mono or fluorocarbon, but I personally use braid, 50# or even 65#, and a stout rod.All that being said, one CAN use the smaller sizes as a drop shot bait. Here is where spinning gear and lighter line, 8# or 10# test, depending on cover/water clarity, can come into play. Again, youtube can show you how to rig a Brush Hog on a drop shot rig.

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Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer

Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer1 kills the queen and destroys the mound. Watering in is not necessary. Use as a mound treatment for home lawns and around ornamental plants (including flowers, shrubs, and trees). Try not to disturb mounds while treating.

Product description

Maxforce Fleet contains the active ingredient Fipronil, for fast and effective control of ants in 3-5 days. The speed of Fipronil is formulated for ants trophallaxis, which is slow enough for foraging ants to return to the colony to feed the bait to larvae and the queen so entire colony is killed in a domino effect. The gel is a moist, carbohydrate-rich gel to enhanced the bait's attractiveness to target ants and enable it to stay where it is applied-even through vertical applications. It offers broad-spectrum control on carpenter, argentine, pharaoh, pavement, honey, acrobat, odorous house, thief, big-headed, cornfield and field ants. It can be applied indoors and outdoors in commercial, industrial and residential areas. Super attractive bait that works on hard to kill ants and has better formulation. This product comes in a box with 4 reservoirs. Application within food/feed areas of food/feed handling establishments is limited to crack and crevice treatment only. Apply with syringe applicator or bait injector directly into cracks and crevices. Place applicator tip into cracks and crevices and where ants may travel. Apply gel (up to 1 gram) per spot. Apply gel in spots in cracks and crevices. For best results, place many spots or dabs of gel where you see ants foraging and entering the structure. Place the bait as follows: Gel can be placed in cracks, crevices, corners and any out of the way place, such as under and behind kitchen appliances, along baseboards, under sinks, in pantry, around pipes and water heater, window and door frames, and in the garage, attic, or crawl space. Do not treat food preparation surfaces.

• Kills Carpenter Ants, Argentine, Pharaoh, Pavement, Honey, Acrobat, Odorous House, Thief, Big-headed, Cornfield, and Field Ants
• Fast acting - Colony elimination in as little as 3-5 days
• Thick gel bait is effective even when applied to vertical surfaces
• Contains Fipronil - Works slowly enough for foraging ants to get back to the colony to feed the queen and larvae
• Ants die from "domino effect" after being fed, groomed or touched by infected foraging ants

User questions & answers

Question:	why are there two types of tips for the syringe? which is best for outside application
Answer:	Size of the granules.
Question:	How do you put this product out so my cat won't get it
Answer:	used to be .. BASF bought them years ago .
Question:	There are two types of tips for the syringe, metal and plastic. Why? which is best for outdoor use
Answer:	This ant killer is great because it wipes out the whole nest - not just the ants you actually see. Ant workers carry the granules back to the nest where the other ants will eat it and die. After a week or so you should see a major difference in ant activity until eventually you will see no activity at all because they are all dead.
Question:	Are there four tubes in this package
Answer:	I only used it on carpenter ants and I could not get the ants to eat or carry it back to the nest. I ended up using another ant poison.

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Maxforce Fleet Ant Gel

Super attractive bait that works on hard to kill ants and has better formulation.

Maxforce Fleet contains the active ingredient Fipronil, for fast and effective control of ants in 3-5 days.

The speed of Fipronil is formulated for ants trophallaxis, which is slow enough for foraging ants to return to the colony to feed the bait to larvae and the queen so entire colony is killed in a domino effect. The gel is a moist, carbohydrate-rich gel to enhanced the bait's attractiveness to target ants and enable it to stay where it is applied-even through vertical applications.

It offers broad-spectrum control on carpenter, argentine, pharaoh, pavement, honey, acrobat, odorous house, thief, big-headed, cornfield and field ants. It can be applied indoors and outdoors in commercial, industrial and residential areas.

Product description

AMDRO Ant Block Home Perimeter Ant Bait kills ants outside so they can't come inside. Ants think this specially formulated bait is food, so they carry it back to the colony to share. Once the queen and other ants eat it, the whole mound dies. Use it on lawns, landscaped areas, or around structures to rid your home of ants.

Apply in a one foot band around the perimeter of your home. One 24 oz bottle covers up to 1080 linear feet. Made in the USA.

AMDRO Ant Block kills 25 ant species: Acrobat ants, Allegheny mound ants, Argentine ants, bigheaded ants, black turf ants, carpenter ants, citronella ants, cornfield ants, crazy ants, field ants, fire ants (imported and native), ghost ants, harvester ants, honey ants, lawn ants, little black ants, nuisance ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, Pharaoh ants, pyramid ants, Southern ants, thief ants, white-footed ants and the Texas leaf cutting ant.

• Ant killer
• Baits and kills ants outside before they come inside
• Kills the queen and the entire colony
• Kills fire ants, carpenter ants and 23 other ant species
• Creates a barrier around your home for maximum protection from ants and lasts up to 3 months
• Shake ant bait around the perimeter of your home to kill ants
• One 24 ounce bottle covers up to 1,080 linear feet and treats the perimeter of an average home more than 5 times
• For outdoor use

User questions & answers

Question:	does it kill sugar ants
Answer:	Yes!
Question:	Will this product kill tiny ants? Also, will it get rid of the entire colony what is already nested in your house? Thanks
Answer:	It kills every ant on your property if you use it right. It was more effective than my pest control companies stuff. Been using it for years. I am back here to order more. Don't use before it rains and use the whole product as it will degrade if you open and let it sit.
Question:	Has anyone used this around lizards or squirrels? Or would anyone use it around these critters
Answer:	I have used this product for a couple of years now. It works great. I sprinkle it around my home and around my yard perimeter. I have not seen a decrease in the gecko's/lizards so I assume they are ok. I don't think squirrels are attracted to it either. The product works great for about 45-60 days.
Question:	My ants ignore this bait completely. They are not interested in sugar or p.n.butter either. What's the solution
Answer:	Amdro perimeter bait is a preventive solution for around the outside of the house to prevent ant from coming inside. If you already have ants in your home, try a different solution...such as Terro Liquid and bait. They shouldn't ignore that. You will have to put up with an ant trail for a couple of days, but they will go away.

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Why is Bait Better?

Bait is considered one of the most effective methods for killing ants. Bait works even when you can't find the nest and unlike contact pesticides, bait can wipe out the entire colony by destroying the queen.

Bait is designed to taste like food, so it is enticing to ants. Once worker ants find the bait, they bring it back to be shared with the queen and the rest of the colony. Once the queen and other ants eat it, the whole mound dies.

As a means to ensure that the bait is shared with all the ants in the colony, there is a delayed reaction before the bait begins to take its full effect and kill all the ants in the colony. Therefore, bait is considered to be more effective than contact killers since bait is shared with the entire colony, while contact killers will only kill ants that come into contact with the product.

With AMDRO, it's game over for ants.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Ant Bait take to work?

The active ingredient in AMDRO works with delayed action, ensuring worker ants have time to share the bait with the colony. Typically, the bait will begin to kill the queen within one week of application and will kill the colony within two weeks of application.

What is the best way to treat for ants I found inside my home?

If there are ants already inside your home, we recommend doing two things. First, use one of the AMDRO Kills Ants products listed for indoor usage above to kill the ants that are already inside. Second, apply AMDRO Ant Block Home Perimeter Ant Bait granules around the outside of your home to prevent ants from getting inside.

Do I have to reapply granules if it rained after being put down?

For best results, we recommend not applying the product when the ground is soaking wet or when heavy rains are expected.

Product description

DESCRIPTION: Advance Carpenter Ant Bait is specially formulated to kill carpenter ants. Advance can be used indoors and outdoors to control the ant population. This carpenter ant bait formulation provides for the carpenter ant's dietary needs while using the delayed-action insecticide Abamectin. This product works well when used in combination with a bait gel such as Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel. USE: Advance Carpenter Ant Bait can be used outdoors as a broadcast application around and close to the perimeter of the structure (8oz. per 1/2 acre), or on the interior inside wall voids or in areas where ants forage. Do not use in areas that have been treated with insecticides or sprays. This will cause the bait to be unattractive to the ants. Always read the label! Abamectin B1 is a GABA inhibitor that interferes with the normal functioning of an insect's nervous system and begins affecting ant populations within 24 hours. This type of insecticide allows the ants time to take the bait back to the nest where it is distributed throughout the colony. Reproduction of the colony halts once the queens have been eliminated and the workers, who carried the bait, perish. Instructions: ADVANCE Carpenter Ant Bait is a ready-to-use product for use in controlling numerous ants both indoors and outdoors. This bait formulation combines a mixture of foods and the delayed action insecticide, Abamectin. This insecticide acts to reduce the population of worker ants and can cause an immediate halt in egg production resulting in colony elimination. Avoid use of other insecticides or sprays on or near ADVANCE. OUTDOORS BROADCAST APPLICATION: Use this product at a rate of 1 lb. per acre. Apply the product as uniformly as possible. Repeat application as necessary. SEE LABEL FOR COMPLETE DIRECTIONS

• Active Ingrediant: 0.011% Abamectin B1, a slow acting active ingredient. 99.989% other ingredients Target Pests: Carpenter ants and many other species of ants
• For use in: in and around homes and commercial buildings. Application: Best applied in small piles where carpenter ant activity is found. Carpenter Ants tend to start trailing about 30 min before sunset and remain active throughout the night. If you don't see activity, try looking around house about 1 hour before sunrise. Broadcast application: 1 lb. per acre.
• Pet Safe: Yes, when used as directed. Shelf Life: Use within 1 year of the date of purchase if unopened. After opening use within 3 months. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL BEFORE USE!!

User questions & answers

Question:	What’s the differences between this one and the 375a
Answer:	I used to also use ascend and now I use this .. works the same .
Question:	Who is the manufacturer? Is it Whitmire Micro-Gen Research Laboratories Inc
Answer:	I'd give it a try! It worked for my situation, and I don't know why it wouldn't work for you, too!Sprinkle it around (near) where the ants are (not to contaminate the food) and seal all your food items... as in ziplock bags.A small amount of food can be used for bait. Keep pets away.
Question:	Which ant killer is the best
Answer:	I am uncertain.... I use this in Texas on fire ant beds and it works great. Sprinkle a little on the mound , walk away , and the mound goes dead in a few days. Once in a while I have to do a second treatment.
Question:	Does this work on Forlieus ants
Answer:	Not certain. Could be the size of the bottle. The formula is 375-A. Works great on carpenter ants. But you have to be a little patient with it.

Product description

Combat Max Ant Killing Gel helps you get rid of ants in just three to five days. It’s formulated to attract ants quickly, while its fast-acting insecticide, Fipronil, one of the most powerful ant killers, starts to exterminate ants in hours. Worker ants return to the colony and feed the bait to the larvae and to the queen, eliminating the entire ant colony. This gel is easy to use so you can apply it in cracks, crevices and other hard-to-reach places. Combat Max Ant Killing Gel is effective against Carpenter, Pharaoh, Argentine, Cornfield, Odorous House, Thief, Pavement, White Footed, and Little Black Ants.

• Easy to use
• Child resistant
• Leaves little to no mess
• Gel bait kills ants and the entire colony
• High water content encourages faster feeding, so it starts killing within hour
• Provides fast control of ants within 3 to 5 days
• Syringe applicator lets you place the gel in hard to reach areas where ants travel, such as cracks and crevices
• Ready-to-use directly from the syringe for fast, easy application

User questions & answers

Question:	does this kill all species of ants
Answer:	Presumably (but not verified scientifically) YES as it kills the Pharaoh ants which ARE established as the toughest common household ant species to kill.
Question:	Can I dillute and spray this using a bottle sprayer (on ant trails going up some tree trunks
Answer:	I don't know if it can be diluted and sprayed, but that is unnecessary regardless. All you need do is deposit some of the gel from the syringe in a few spots along the ant's trail, at the base of the tree and higher (it should stick to the bark). The ants will be all over it. They'll bring it back to their nest for the queen. Give it a few days, and you'll be pleased with the results!
Question:	What is the active ingredient? What is the character of the attractant: sweet, protein, other
Answer:	According to information on previous review the active ingredient is Fipronil. According to Wikipedia "It is a slow acting poison. When used as bait, it allows the poisoned insect time to return to the colony or harborage. In cockroaches, the feces and carcass can contain sufficient residual pesticide to kill others in the same nesting site. In ants, the sharing of the bait among colony members assists in the spreading of the poison throughout the colony. With the cascading effect, the projected kill rate is about 95% in three days for ants and cockroaches. Fipronil serves as a good bait toxin not only because of its slow action, but also because most, if not all, of the target insects do not find it offensive or repulsive." Regarding whether the attractant is "sweet" or "protein" -- I really don't know; however, the ants that we killed had been attracted to sweet thing.
Question:	Does it kill carpenter ants
Answer:	Yes. I have used this to kill carpenter ants.

Product features

Sprays are contact killers

Sprays only kill the pests you see. Ants not sprayed continue to thrive inside the nest.

Gels kill at the source

Ants eat the gel and return to the nest and die. Other ants eat the gel and die, creating a chain reaction.

Baits kill at the source

Ants eat the gel and return to the nest and die. Other ants eat the gel and die, creating a chain reaction.

Product description

Advance 375A Select Granular Ant Bait is a fine granule type bait that uses food based attractants ants love. They'll quickly find it, feed and die. Treatments are easy to do and last several weeks. Ants will die within days of feeding and in most cases, you can kill the entire nest without having to know where it's located. Advance is safe enough to use in the yard where people and pets will be active and when used properly, will be hard to notice unless you're looking for it.

• Uses food attractant ants love
• Works on wide range of ant species
• Easy to apply
• Treatments last several weeks
• Weather resistant

User questions & answers

Question:	How much surface area will this cover when used to cover the perimeter of a house
Answer:	It's possible but not guaranteed. The animals that it works best on are as follows, Deer, Elk, Rabbit, Squirrel, Mouse, Rat, Mole, Vole, Shrew, Skunk, Chipmunk, Gopher, Feral Cat, Porcupine, Groundhog, Beaver, Armadillo, Raccoon, Possum, Prairie Dog, Goose, Snake, Lizard, Iquana.
Question:	Been putting it out - they are carrying it away from the nest, why
Answer:	Hello, yes this product will be effective against chipmunks
Question:	Is this sweet or protein based bait
Answer:	Only used it for small animals like mice. Have not had to use for raccoons but give it a try. At first spray you can smell it but after couple hours it settles into ground level.
Question:	for outdoor, do you apply this product on the ground directly (allow exposure to sunlight)? is it easy to clean up the poison afterward
Answer:	It is exactly like this photo. It's not a light grey and it's not close to black. It is the color of a grey elephant! Hope that helps!

Product description

Terro, 16 OZ, Aerosol Carpenter Ant and Termite Killer, For Use Indoors and Outdoors, Kills On Contact, Protects Up To 4 Weeks, Unique Crack and Crevice Applicator, Applies Foam For Maximum Protection, Will Not Stain.

• Kills Carpenter ants, termites, carpenter bees, wood wasps, and other insects
• Kills on contact and continues killing for up to 1 month
• 2 way spray nozzle allows you to reach crevices where pests live
• Odorless and non staining formula
• Ideal for indoor or outdoor use

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this dangerous to use in kitchen area
Answer:	Yes. The ants have caused so much damage that when this kills them, the plants recover quickly. Especially grass. The ants carry it down into their nests very effective. Only small amount needed for each best. About a tablespoon of two. Do not broadcast. Just drop on nest entry.
Question:	Can I use it inside the house
Answer:	Too many environmental concerns for your state...
Question:	I can only see termite droppings on my work table that are falling from the ceiling of my garage. Should this work if I spray into the cracks above
Answer:	If the ground is dry, water the area to be treated the night before. Apply the product to dry grass and water as directed after the application.
Question:	Will this kill flying ants
Answer:	Everything in Texas is bigger? So you need the Taxas size

Product features

Terro Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer, 1 Pack, Orange

• Kills carpenter ants, termites, carpenter bees, wood wasps, borers, and other insects
• Kills on contact and continuously kills for up to 1 month
• Precision nozzle allows you to reach crevices where pests live
• Odorless and non-staining formula
• Ideal for indoor or outdoor use

TERRO CARPENTER ANT & TERMITE KILLER

Wipe out carpenter ants, termites and other unwelcome pests with TERRO Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer. This convenient aerosol spray kills on contact and provides long-lasting residual control, continuing to kill pests up to one month. TERRO Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer features a non-staining spray that leaves behind no unpleasant odors.

TWO-WAY NOZZLE FOR PRECISION SPRAYING

With its handy, two-way spray nozzle, TERRO Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer can be used indoors and outdoors as a coarse spray or as a crack and crevice treatment to control carpenter ants, termites, carpenter bees, wood wasps, beetles and borers.

HOW TO KILL CARPENTER ANTS

For quick and effective control of carpenter ants, treat nests and the surrounding areas. Spray TERRO Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer around doors, windows and other places where ants enter premises. Using the directional two-way stream nozzle, inject the spray into infested wood, as well as cracks and crevices where insects may be hiding.

HOW TO KILL WOOD-INFESTING INSECTS

To kill termites and other wood-infesting insects such as beetles, borers, carpenter bees, and wood wasps, begin by locating the area of infestation such as insect tunnels and cavities. Using the crack and crevice nozzle tip, spray the product into tunnels and galleries. In infested inaccessible closed voids, drill small holes eight to 10 inches apart to ensure thorough treatment.

Note: This product is not recommended as a sole protection against termites. For active infestations, get a professional inspection.

Product description

2600 Features: -100% Organic all natural ingredients. -Safe to use around people and pets. -Made in USA. Dimensions: Overall Product Weight: -2 Pounds.

• Kills ants (except fire ants), cockroaches, crickets, earwigs, silverfish, slugs and snails
• Not harmful to beneficial insects (ladybugs and butterflies)
• Convenient, easy-to-use 2 pounds shaker canister
• Long-lasting, weather-resistant granules
• Slow kill gives worker ants time to transport bait to the colony

User questions & answers

Question:	So is this mainly a repellent, poison, or both? And how long does it last till the next application
Answer:	Description states ideal for indoor and outdoor use. Use it in kitchen, but not on counter/food prep area
Question:	what color is this? White powder? How big are the granules? Similar to Sugar in the Raw
Answer:	If you putting it into cracks or holes that ants are entering house from yes. Don't just spray around in open areas, there are other products for that. This is like a gel that fills holes and cracks and it stays there to keep killing.
Question:	Is it harmful to outdoor pets
Answer:	I would use this foam and the spray and the powder just to be on the safe side. I find the spray works well on trees and foam works well into holes and cracks. That said I have not used this on termites only ants and carpenter ants
Question:	Why does the label say this doesn't work for fire ants even though some reviewers have said they worked on fire ants
Answer:	If you find the source. My understanding Carpenter ants spread their colony with the flying ants. Find the source or nest where the queen is and spray foam into holes or cracks and regular spray ants on their backs so they carry into the nest and powder in a circle around the whole colony the nest will possibly collapse

Product features

TERRO Perimeter Ant Bait Plus

Prevent ants from coming inside by stopping them outside with our TERRO Perimeter Ant Bait Plus Granular! At TERRO we value baiting ants as it is ideally the best way to remove the entire colony vs. just a few ants. This granular bait can be applied around the home for perimeter protection against a large variety of ants. Get protection for up to 4 weeks with this long-lasting product.

Best Used For

This product is best used outside, around the perimeter of the home, on ant hills, and as a general large application in the yard.

Not Just for Ants

While this is most commonly used with ants, this bait can also kill other outdoor pests including cockroaches, crickets, earwigs, silverfish, slugs, and snails.

Weather-Resistant Granules

Since we know re-applying can be a pain, we ensured this formula is long-lasting with protection up to 4 weeks! These weather-resistant granules can withstand rain and keep baiting ants all over the yard.

Easy to Use Shaker

No need for a spreader with this easy-to-use shaker canister. Simply open the shaker canister and sprinkle granules in a 2-4 foot band around the home.

Why Baiting?

Where there is one ant, there are many. Ants share food with their entire colony, ensuring everyone gets a little bite. The active ingredient ultimately kills the primary worker ant after it eats it, but it works slowly enough that it gives time for the first ant to go back to the colony and share the bait. By baiting you can kill the entire colony vs. just the few ants you see.

Product description

TERRO Outdoor Liquid Ant Baits are ideal for large ant infestations. It attracts and kills all common household ants including Argentine ants, ghost ants, cornfield ants, pavement ants, acrobat ants, white footed ants, little black ants, odorous house ants and other sweet eating ants. To attract and kill ants, simply place the pre-filled, ready-to-use liquid bait stations outdoors in areas where ants are observed and, if desired, secure baits with the stakes provided. The bait stations can also be placed on decks, or in garages or basements without using the stakes. Ants typically follow defined trails from the nest to food or water. Placing the outdoor ant baits close to these trails will improve control. The patented outdoor ant baits prevent the liquid bait from drying out, providing the ants with a continuous supply of food, day and night.

• Kills the ants you see and the ants you don’t
• Pre filled bait stations are ready to use
• Contains borax
• Flexible placement: in the ground using the stakes or on decks, or in garages or basements without using the stakes
• Patented station protects the bait from the elements, prevents it from drying out

User questions & answers

Question:	How do I tell If they are empty? Unlike the indoor traps they are not clear
Answer:	The trap should be replaced every 3 months.
Question:	We haver grease eating ants. Is this the right product
Answer:	Terro says product is for "Attracting and killing all common household ants including Argentine ants, ghost ants, cornfield ants, pavement ants, acrobat ants, white footed ants, little black ants, odorous house ants and other sweet eating ants." Terro is a sweet bait; grease eating ants are attracted to protein. They might go for Terro; however if protein sources are still to be found in your house they will probably ignore the bait. I haven't had a problem with grease eating ants, but I understand that from folks who have that the Combat formula is better for attracting grease eating ants. You can also make your own baits for grease eaters by mixing boric acid (a white powder you can find in drugs stores or hardware stores) with peanut butter. Just make sure that the bait is out of reach of kids and animals (I have used boric acid/watermelon bait successfully with sweet-eating ants. However, it can only be used indoors, as sun dries it up and rain washes it away.) Good Luck!
Question:	Will this work on fire ants
Answer:	Yes absolutely I had the worst ant problem I have ever seen when I moved into my new home. They moved in because of a drought in Texas. The first two days I did not see much of a difference and was about to write a bad review, but I had to go out of town, I left and when I came back the next week there were no more ants, not a single one, in fact it has been almost a year and I still haven't seen one inside or outside since. This stuff is amazing. Also my dog ate 2 of the yard baits we were worried he would get sick but he was perfectly fine that's a plus also.
Question:	Will these work for carpenter ants
Answer:	Carpenter ants infest every tree on my property and I found them foraging inside the garage (very bad news). Mostly for the garage, but also because I have one very nice pin oak, I placed 2 of these just inside the garage door and at the base of the tree and within 1 month no more ants. So, I guess it works on carpenter ants. However, if you use the trap per the package instructions the carpenter ants are too large to enter. What you do instead is push down and rotate as instructed to puncture the internal pouch then very carefully lift the cup back up to its original position and snap it into place. This opens the trap all the way around an the carpenter ants can enter. I intend to buy more as it works on almost every ant on my property. And that's a lot of different types of ants. You might also try Bayer Advance 375A. Its a protein based poison and if the ants don't have a sweet tooth that day they go for it. The terro traps make excellent bait stations for the 375A once the liquid is gone.

Product features

TERRO Outdoor Liquid Ant Baits

When it comes to ants, baiting should be your first choice. Try TERRO Outdoor Liquid Ant Bait Stations. These large bait cups can actually be used inside or outside and work to eras the entire ant colony. Sweet eating, common household ants will run to the baits and carry the bait back to the Queen of the colony. Once the Queen has received the bait, the rest of the colony dies off.

Simple to Use

These pre-filled ready-to-use bait stations convenient and easy to install around your home or yard where ants have been observed. Stakes are included to secure the stations on various surfaces, including grass or gravel. Use without the stakes indoors in the home, basement, or garage as well!

What Type of Ants?

Luckily, most ants are sweet eating and love out bait. Our TERRO Liquid Ant Bait works with all common household ants including: Argentine ants, ghost ants, cornfield ants, pavement ants, acrobat ants, white footed ants, little black ants, odorous house ants, crazy ants, big headed ants and other sweet eating ants.

How it Works

When it comes to ants, always try to start with baiting. Unlike contact killers, which only target visible worker ants on your property, these baits include slow-acting ingredients that have a delayed effect on the ant's digestive system. This allows ants to feed and return to the colony where they can spread the bait to the young and queen. During this time, the number of ants may increase as they swarm to feed on the sweetened liquid before they begin disappearing altogether.