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Our Termite Control service areas include Pinellas,
Pasco,
Hillsborough, Hernando and Manatee Counties. |
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Excellent Environmental and Toxicological
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Altriset ™ is the first liquid
termiticide to be
registered as reduced-risk by the U.S.
EPA |
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Eliminates termites in less than three
months when used in accordance with the
label |
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Halts termite feeding within hours |
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Provides residual protection for more
than five years |
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Non-repellent chemistry is indiscernible
to termites |
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Behavioral impact on termites enhances
translocation throughout the colony |
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Mode of action like no other termite
control product |
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Excellent environmental and
toxicological profile |
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Its toxicological profile is so low, it
doesn't require
a signal word on the label |
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There is a reduced need for personal
protective
equipment, which means less time
training
employees on respirators and more time
in the field |
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Its unique first aid requirements lower
liability
from workers exposure, though
appropriate safety
measures should always be taken |
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Altriset ™ is the first liquid
termiticide that rivals
the environmental benefits of termite
bait |
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One of the lowest use-rates per finished
gallon
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Complete Termite Control for
Many Years
Altriset™ provides long-term structural protection by
controlling termites and leaving residual protection in
surrounding soil so that termites don't return.
Studies show that an initial application ensures termite
protection for many years when used in accordance
with the label.
Results may vary slightly by location. Your Altriset™
termite control professional can outline specific
performance guidelines for your region.
After treatment, there are simple steps you can take to
ensure maximum results, including:
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Keeping shrubbery trimmed and away from house
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Clearing gutters of water and debris
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Making sure indoor and outdoor plumbing remains
leak-free
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Sealing cracks in foundation, patio, steps or
masonry siding
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Eliminating stagnant water on or around your home
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Getting yearly inspections by a professional to make
sure termites haven't returned
The First Termiticide That Doesn't Make You Compromise
Using a termiticide no longer means choosing to protect
your home or the environment. Altriset™ has both
unparalleled termite protection AND an excellent
environmental profile.
No signal word
The U.S. EPA requires that all registered pesticides
display a signal word on the label, such as "warning" or
"caution," depending on the level of toxicity. Altriset™
is the exception. It is the first and only liquid
termiticide that does not have any signal word. This is
a breakthrough accomplishment based on extensive
research and is currently unequaled in the professional
pest control industry.
Unique first aid instructions
Altriset™ is the first professional termiticide that
does not require any specific first aid intervention if
anyone is accidentally exposed. For further questions
you may contact ABC Pest Control, Inc. at 1-800-441-3637.
No special personal protective equipment needed to apply
Likewise, when applying Altriset,™ the termite control
professional treating your home is not required by the
label to wear special personal protective equipment such
as gloves and eyewear.
Low impact on beneficial organisms
Although Altriset™ is extremely effective on termites,
its unique chemistry is targeted so that it has little
impact on the organisms you do want in your yard—such as
honey bees and earthworms.
Termites
cost U.S. homeowners $5 billion in damage
every year—and most insurance companies
don't cover it.
Nature has made termites tough. They’ve
survived millions of years clearing out dead
trees and other plant debris from forest
floors. That is invaluable in nature, but
when termites turn their superb eating
skills onto your house, it can be
devastating.
Termite queens can live from 15 to 20 years,
while some may live up to 50. If conditions
are right in your home, they’ll stay and
reproduce constantly, and fast too. It only
takes 2 to 3 years for them to produce a
swarm, which may consist of as many as
60,000 termites.
At this size, a colony can devour a foot of
2x4 in only 6 months. And since termites are
masters at going undetected, entire support
beams can be destroyed before they’re even
discovered. This is why it’s so important to
know what to look for.
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How to Know if You Have Termites
Most termite species are subterranean. They
like moisture and position themselves near
or underneath a good food source, like your
home. Since they like to stay underground
and within walls, where it's dark and damp,
signs are hard to spot. Here are some signs
to look for:
Mud tubes
The easiest sign to detect. These
pencil-width paths lead from their nest
directly into your home and make it easy for
them to avoid sunlight. Check the
surrounding land, any crawl spaces and your
basement.
Swarms
Reproductive termites grow wings and fly
during spring and fall. Check for this type
of termite and the wings they shed.
NOTE: Flying termites and flying ants are
very similar in appearance. Call the termite
professionals at ABC Pest Control Toll Free
1 (877)
888-7378
to correctly identify which insect you have.
Piles
Drywood termites leave sawdust-like piles
around windowsills and cracks in woodwork or
beams. You might also see what look like
collections of dirt at the base of walls and
in corners.
Weakened wood
Long, thin cracks and sagging can be signs
that wood has been hollowed out by termites.
NOTE: Holes in wood are not commonly caused
by termites, and may be a sign of beetles or
carpenter ants.
If you see any of the above signs, contact a
professional immediately for an inspection.
Early detection is the best way to protect
your home from further damage.
Experience the first new termiticide
chemistry in almost 10 years. Powerful,
long-lasting and environmentally smart,
DuPont
™ Altriset ™ is changing the face of termite
control one home at a time.
What a Termite Control Professional Can
Do for You
Professionals in this field have years of
experience and expertise when it comes to
using the right treatment method for your
unique situation.
Different techniques are required based on
the location of termite activity, the type
of foundation you have and even the number
of porches and patios. Plus, a professional
can spot the most populated areas of termite
activity and apply termiticide exactly where
it will be most effective.
And just because the obvious signs of an
infestation aren’t there, such as mud
tunnels or splitting wood, it doesn’t mean
that termites aren’t. Professionals know how
to look for the most subtle signs, and can
identify conditions that might result in
termites.
Questions to Ask a Termite Control
Professional
Step 1: Do your research
Make sure the professional you contact has
an applicator license. Ask for a list of
references and about membership in
professional trade associations. To be safe,
contact the Better Business Bureau about
past performance.
Step 2: Get an inspection
A thorough home inspection is key. A pest
professional needs to be able to see your
situation firsthand in order to give you an
accurate quote.
Step 3: Get your questions answered
At the inspection, make sure to get all of
your questions answered. Here are important
ones to ask:
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What species of termites do I have?
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What is the severity of the damage? Where is it?
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Which termiticide are you using?
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Does it have "warning" or "caution" on the label?
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Does it have first aid instructions listed?
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Can you explain its environmental impact?
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How quickly will the termites be eliminated from my
home?
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Will they stop feeding right away?
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How long will it protect my home?
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How long will treatment take?
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How soon can we use the area that was treated?
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Will more treatments be needed, and if so, how
often?
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What results can I expect?
When you choose an Altriset™ termite control
professional, you know that he or she is
dedicated to using the most innovative pest
control products on the market. That’s
because DuPont has an ongoing commitment to
developing products that are both highly
effective and gentle on the environment. In
fact, DuPont was one of the first companies
to publicly establish environmental goals 20
years ago.
DuPont also believes that providing a
collaborative relationship for professionals
enhances the ability of professionals to
give you the service and results you
deserve.
What DuPont offers professionals
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24-hour access to a DuPont
representative
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Access to scientific data and the most
up-to-date research
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Altriset™ conferences and conventions
around the nation demonstrating the
performance benefits of Altriset™
DuPont is also looking beyond product
development to improve the environmental
impact and usability of product packaging.
To do this, DuPont has launched an
Environmental Packaging Initiative that is
dramatically advancing the sustainable
features of its products’ packaging while
reducing potential exposure and waste.
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Imagine using a
computer from the 1990s. You could still get things done, but at a
much slower and simpler pace. It just wouldn't make sense today.
Yet while technology has advanced around us, termiticide chemistry
has remained virtually the same. You probably didn't notice, but
DuPont sure did. And decided to do something about it.
Enter Altriset.™ By mimicking a substance found in certain tree
bark, DuPont scientists were able to create a breakthrough mode of
action that works unlike any other.
Altriset™ targets and paralyzes the mouth to stop feeding within
hours, providing your home with immediate protection. It also clings
to termites' bodies undetected and enhances social behavior so that
it spreads quickly throughout the colony. Your home is termite-free
within three months and for over six years.
But DuPont didn't stop there. The superior environmental profile of
Altriset™ means it's the first liquid termiticide that doesn't
require any special personal protective equipment to apply, and
there are no specific first aid requirements.
Welcome to 2011.
Highly Effective Termite Control
POWERFUL PERFORMANCE |
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Stops Feeding Within Hours
Altriset™ works by paralyzing the
mouths of termites within hours of ingestion, stopping
further damage immediately. But Altriset™ doesn't stop
there. It also increases termites' already social
behavior. They groom and exchange food, therefore
spreading Altriset™ to other colony members.
Here's how it works:
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ABC Pest Control termite control professional
applies Altriset™ according to the label directions.
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The first wave of termites to come into contact with
Altriset™ walks through it, ingest it and carry it
on their bodies. They cannot taste or smell it.
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Within hours, the mouths of exposed termites become
paralyzed to stop further feeding.
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Exposed termites experience increased grooming and
interaction so that they spread Altriset™ among
other colony members.
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Over time, termites become more lethargic and show
signs of muscle paralysis.
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Altriset™ eliminates termites within three months or
less when used in accordance with the label.
Studies Prove
Effectiveness
Hundreds of laboratory and field studies conducted by
both DuPont and independent laboratories prove that
termites quickly acquire a sufficient dose of Altriset™
as they tunnel through a treated zone.
Results also show that Altriset™ increases termites'
socializing and grooming behavior and more so enhances
the spread of Altriset™ to other colony members. Each
group of exposed termites continues this process
throughout the colony.
Your
Risk and How to Reduce It
Risk level by state
Prevention Tips
Termites
like moisture
Eliminate water in gutters and puddles or
any other areas where water might gather on
or near your home. Repair any plumbing or
drainage problems. Laying down plastic
barriers in crawl spaces, basements and
attics will help keep them dry.
Don't
provide termites with extra food
Remove lumber or freestanding wood from the
base of your home. Don't plant trees too
close and clip away any vegetation, such as
shrubs, that might be touching the
foundation or walls.
Damp
spots and cracks are an open invitation
Check outdoor faucets and gutters for leaks
and ventilate humid crawl spaces. Repair
cracks and holes in the foundation with
caulk, closing off termite entry.
Don't
take any chances
Have your home inspected each year by a
professional. It doesn't take long and can
mean early detection—saving you time and
money.
Increased Aggregation Means Timely Colony Control.
But Altriset ™ doesn't stop there. Even after paralysis,
it increases the already social behavior of termites so
that those exposed will continue to crawl, groom and
clean for an extended period of time. This increased
interaction is how Altriset ™ is spread so quickly among
colony members.
Timely Control That Lasts.
Based on observations during laboratory testing,
termites become lethargic and show signs of muscle
paralysis and decreased coordination in the last
stage after exposure to Altriset ™. Mortality will
ultimately occur within several days. The chart below
shows 100% mortality for non-exposed (recipient)
termites that were placed with initially exposed
(donors) termites within seven days.
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Within seven days, non-exposed
termites that were placed
with termites exposed to Altriset ™
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You can also have peace of mind knowing that when used
in accordance with the label, Altriset ™ eliminates
termites in less than three months and provides
long-lasting residual structural protection.
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