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TERMITE DETECTION

& KILLING STAKES

Step 1:

HOW TO USE

Gather together:

•

Spectracide Terminate

Termite Detection

& Killing Stakes

and locator shields

• Tape measure

• Graph paper included with this booklet

• Auger

• Power drill (optional)

Step 2:

Determine the number of stakes you will need. The number of stakes is determined by

the distance, in feet, around your home. To estimate, use the square footage of your home

excluding your garage, attached decks, patios and porches. Home designs vary, but if you

know the approximate square footage of your home the chart below will help you choose

the number of stakes you need.

Step 3:

Prepare a drawing of your house using the graph paper in the back of this booklet. This will

help you to locate the stakes during the inspection process. Include features on the drawing

such as doors, bushes, chimneys, etc. Look for areas that are likely to support termite

activity and note them on your drawing. These might include areas that retain moisture

around downspouts, spigots, air conditioner lines, and low areas with poor drainage. Direct

wood-to-ground contact is a source of food for termites. Be sure to note fences, stairs,

trellises, woodpiles, mulch beds, wooden retaining walls, tree stumps, and landscaping

timbers.

Before digging any holes, locate and avoid all potential underground hazards

such as gas, electric, water and other utility lines, as well as sprinkler systems,

landscape lights, phone or television cables and underground pet fencing

systems. Call your utility company for assistance if needed.

Step 4:

Place the stakes around the house. Install stakes 2 to 3 ft away from the foundation and no

more than 10 ft apart. Place two or more stakes closer together in “termite critical” areas.

These are the areas noted in Step 3 that contain a source of moisture or food for termites,

or are known to have termite activity.

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

For outdoor use around the home.

Up to 1,500 sq ft

Up to 1,200 sq ft

1,200 to 2,500 sq ft or more

1,500 to 3,000 sq ft or more

NUMBER OF STAKES NEEDED

ONE-STORY HOME

TWO-STORY HOME

STAKES

DIRECTIONS FOR USE