What is Sentricon Always Active?

Sentricon® with Always Active™ is smart technology. It uses the natural behavior of termites against them. Worker termites never stop looking for food. This ensures that they will find the bait inside the bait stations. Worker termites are looking for the best food options for their colony.

What is Sentricon termite baiting system?

The Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination System is a subterranean termite pest control product developed and manufactured by Dow AgroSciences. It eliminates all members of the termite colony, including those of the Formosan subterranean termite colonies.

Which is better exterra or Sentricon?

The Sentricon Always Active system is more expensive than the Exterra system, however they promote a cheaper maintenance schedule which of course suggest only performing inspections every 3 months. As already mentioned, this can lead to issues, especially if the bait is eaten from the station before that time.

How quickly does Sentricon work?

Within 60 to 90 days, depending on its size, the entire termite colony should be completely eradicated. The Sentricon System is helpful not only for underlying termite issues but as ongoing termite prevention, protecting your home’s structure from termite damage for years to come.

Can I do Sentricon myself?

Sentricon is not available as a DIY product and you cannot purchase actual Sentricon parts. However, Hex Pro is the original Sentricon system developed in the late 1990’s. The lid and color of the station has changed, and also the cartridge containing the “bait” has been renamed to “Shatter”.

How good is Sentricon?

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.

How much does Sentricon cost?

Sentricon System The average cost of a Sentricon baiting system is $1,200–$3,800 for initial installation and $280 for yearly monitoring. Sentricon is touted as the number-one bait system with 60 scientific studies documenting colony elimination—the termites prefer the bait over wood by a factor of ten.

How often do Sentricon stations need to be checked?

two times a year
We now check your green termite stations two times a year. Why only twice? Because with our new and improved Sentricon® stations with Always Active Technology, visiting more than twice a year is unnecessary!

How much does it cost to install sentricon?

Can I buy sentricon?

Sentricon, however, is sold exclusively to licensed and certified professionals and is not available for sale to unlicensed homeowners. This system is similar to the Sentricon system in that stations are placed in the ground around the structure with a wood base and monitoring cartridge.

Can you do Sentricon yourself?

Voted Best Answer. Sentricon is not available as a DIY product and you cannot purchase actual Sentricon parts. However, Hex Pro is the original Sentricon system developed in the late 1990’s. The lid and color of the station has changed, and also the cartridge containing the “bait” has been renamed to “Shatter”.

What was the purpose of the Sentricon System?

Sentricon. It was introduced in 1995 as a termite baiting system and an alternative to liquid termiticide soil barriers. It eliminates all members of the termite colony, including those of the Formosan subterranean termite colonies.

What do you need to know about Sentricon bait stations?

A Certified Sentricon Specialist (CSS), who is trained and certified by Dow AgroSciences, installs Sentricon bait stations in the soil creating a protective perimeter around a property. CSSs provide an ongoing service to stations, even after a colony is eliminated, to prevent re-infestation by other colonies and ensure continued protection.

Why is Sentricon used for the Statue of Liberty?

Sentricon touts that it’s used by Independence Hall, the Statue of Liberty, and the White House to keep our historical landmarks termite-free. Homeowners often prefer to use Sentricon baiting systems because it doesn’t involve drilling or trenching, and bait stations are discreet.

Is the Sentricon System the greatest thing since sliced bread?

While Sentricon is considered the greatest thing since sliced bread, not everyone can use the system. And the government has gradually taken away every viable, potent and reliable weapon to battle subterranean termites (over-protectionism?).