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Fire Ant Control - Single Annual Application

ANNUAL
FIRE ANT
CONTROL

One professional broadcast application of Taurus Trio G delivers up to a full year of fire ant control across your entire lawn - no repeat treatments, no monthly fees.

$249 starting price - single application
UP TO 1 YEAR

One Application. All Year.

What the Annual Fire Ant Program Includes

One professionally applied broadcast treatment covers your entire lawn with up to a year of fire ant control. If fire ants are seen after the application, call David and he'll return to treat that area - at no additional charge.

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Initial Property Assessment

Before treatment, David walks the property to assess current fire ant activity, identify active mounds, and measure the lawn area to calculate the correct product application rate.

  • Full lawn walk to locate active mounds
  • Turf area measured for accurate application rate
  • Conducive conditions noted and communicated
  • Application plan confirmed before treatment begins
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Broadcast Granule Application

Taurus Trio G granules are broadcast evenly across the entire lawn at the labeled rate using a professional spreader - delivering uniform coverage that reaches fire ant colonies throughout the turf, not just visible mounds.

  • Even broadcast coverage across full lawn area
  • Applied at 2 lbs. per 1,000 sq ft per label rate
  • Verge Technology granule ensures uniform distribution
  • No-dust formula - clean, precise application
  • Registered for turfgrass and landscaped areas
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Free Return Visit if Needed

If fire ants are seen after the application, call David. He'll return to inspect the area and treat it at no additional charge. Fire ant activity after a broadcast treatment is uncommon but can occur in areas of high reinfestation pressure from neighboring properties.

  • Call David directly if activity is seen
  • Return visit at no additional charge
  • Targeted spot treatment to the affected area
  • Activity assessed and documented

The Product

Taurus Trio G - Triple-Active Fire Ant Control

Not all fire ant granules are the same. Taurus Trio G is the only granule on the market combining three active ingredients in a single uniform particle - delivering faster knockdown and longer residual than single-active products.

Taurus® Trio G Granular Insecticide

By Control Solutions Inc. - Powered by Fipronil, Bifenthrin, and Lambda-Cyhalothrin combined in a single Verge Technology granule. Two unique modes of action. Up to a year of fire ant control in one application.

Control Duration
Up to 1 Year

Three Active Ingredients

Fipronil (0.0143%), Bifenthrin (0.23%), and Lambda-Cyhalothrin (0.059%) - each targeting fire ant colonies through different mechanisms. No other granule combines these three in a single particle.

Two Modes of Action

GABA Inhibitor and Sodium Channel Blocker working together - making it significantly harder for fire ant colonies to develop resistance compared to single-mode products.

Verge Technology Granule

The Verge Technology platform ensures all three active ingredients are uniformly distributed in every granule - no clumping, no hot spots, no uneven coverage across the lawn.

Also Controls

In addition to fire ants, Taurus Trio G controls mole crickets, fleas, ticks, and other nuisance ant species in treated areas - added lawn protection beyond fire ant control alone.

Broadcast Application

Applied by broadcast spreader at 2 lbs. per 1,000 sq ft across turfgrass and landscaped areas. Registered for residential, commercial, parks, schools, and sports fields.

Restricted Use Product

Taurus Trio G is a Restricted Use Pesticide - only licensed applicators can purchase and apply it. This is professional-grade control that is not available over the counter to homeowners.

Why Annual Control Works

One Treatment vs. Chasing Mounds All Year

Treating individual mounds as they appear is a losing battle in Florida. A broadcast granule application addresses the entire lawn at once - including colonies that haven't surfaced yet.

  • Mound treatments only get what you can see. A fire ant colony can have multiple satellite mounds connected by underground tunnels - treating the visible mound drives the colony underground without eliminating it. A broadcast application delivers active ingredient across the entire lawn, reaching colonies that haven't produced a surface mound yet.
  • Florida fire ants recolonize aggressively. Sarasota and Manatee County's sandy soils, warm temperatures, and year-round breeding make fire ant recolonization from neighboring properties a persistent challenge. A residual broadcast application maintains a treated zone across your full lawn for up to a year - making your property consistently inhospitable to new colonies moving in from adjacent areas.
  • Three active ingredients outperform single-ingredient granules. Consumer fire ant products typically use a single active ingredient applied at consumer-safe concentrations. Taurus Trio G combines Fipronil, Bifenthrin, and Lambda-Cyhalothrin with two different modes of action - delivering faster colony knockdown, longer residual protection, and a higher barrier against resistance development than anything available at a hardware store.
  • One application is more cost-effective than ongoing treatments. A single professional broadcast application starting at $249 covers your full lawn for up to a year. Compared to monthly fire ant bait applications, repeated mound treatments, or the ongoing labor cost of managing fire ant pressure yourself throughout a Florida summer, the annual program delivers significantly better value per square foot of protected turf.
Approach DIY Mound Treatment Annual Program - Taurus Trio G
Coverage area Visible mounds only ✓ Full lawn broadcast
Subsurface colony control ❌ Drives colony underground ✓ Reaches entire colony network
Active ingredients Single active, consumer-grade ✓ 3 actives, 2 modes of action
Control duration Days to weeks per mound ✓ Up to 12 months
Recolonization protection ❌ None between treatments ✓ Residual barrier year-round
Flea & tick benefit ❌ Not included ✓ Also controls fleas & ticks
Mole cricket control ❌ Not included ✓ Also controls mole crickets
Follow-up if needed ❌ Buy more product ✓ Free return visit

How It Works

Simple. One Visit. Done for the Year.

The Annual Fire Ant Control program is as straightforward as pest control gets - one visit, a thorough broadcast application, and a year of protection backed by a free return visit if needed.

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Schedule & Quote

Contact David for a free quote. Pricing starts at $249 and is based on lawn size. David will confirm the square footage and schedule the application at a time that works for you - no need to be home for the treatment.

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Broadcast Application

David arrives, walks the property to assess current activity, then broadcasts Taurus Trio G granules evenly across the full lawn at the labeled rate. The granules begin working immediately on contact with soil moisture and foraging worker ants.

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Year-Round Protection

The treated lawn is protected for up to 12 months. If fire ants are seen at any point after the application, call David - he'll return and treat the area at no additional charge. No waiting, no runaround.

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See Fire Ants After Treatment? Call David.

If fire ants appear anywhere on the treated lawn after the initial application, call David directly and he will return to inspect and treat the affected area at no additional charge. It's that simple - one call and he's there.

Why Ratical

Professional Application Makes the Difference

Taurus Trio G is a Restricted Use Pesticide - it's not available to the public. The product is only as good as the application, and a professional broadcast by someone who knows your property and Florida fire ant behavior delivers results that hardware store granules cannot match.

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State-Licensed Applicator

David holds a Florida Department of Agriculture pest control license. Taurus Trio G requires a licensed applicator to purchase and apply - this is professional-grade control unavailable over the counter.

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Accurate Rate Application

Getting the application rate right matters. Too light and the residual is shortened; uneven coverage leaves gaps. David calibrates the spreader and measures the lawn area before treatment to ensure the labeled rate is applied uniformly across the full property.

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Family & Pet Safe When Dry

Taurus Trio G granules are safe for children and pets to re-enter treated areas once the granules have settled and any irrigation or rain has been absorbed. David will tell you exactly when it's safe before leaving.

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You Always Reach David

If you see fire ant activity after the treatment, you call David directly. Not a call center, not a scheduling queue - David, who knows your property and will get back out to you fast.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the price cover my entire lawn?
The starting price of $249 covers standard residential lawn sizes. Final pricing is based on your lawn's square footage, which David confirms during the initial assessment. The application rate for Taurus Trio G is 2 lbs. per 1,000 sq ft, so larger properties are priced accordingly. Contact David for a free quote specific to your property.
Do I really only need one treatment per year?
In most cases, yes. Taurus Trio G is labeled for up to 12 months of fire ant control in a single broadcast application. Florida's conditions - heat, UV exposure, rainfall - do affect residual longevity, but the three-active combination is specifically formulated for extended control in warm climates. If you see fire ant activity at any point after the application, call David and he will return at no charge.
How long after treatment before the granules start working?
Taurus Trio G begins working when foraging worker ants contact the granules and carry them back to the colony - typically within days of application when irrigation or rain activates the product. Visible mound activity should decrease within 1 to 2 weeks. The full population suppression effect across the lawn builds over the first several weeks as the active ingredients distribute through the soil and foraging activity.
Is Taurus Trio G safe for my lawn, pets, and children?
Yes, when applied correctly at the labeled rate. Taurus Trio G is labeled for residential turfgrass. Children and pets should stay off the treated area until the granules have settled and any water from irrigation or rain has been absorbed into the soil - typically a few hours. David will give you the specific re-entry guidance for your situation before leaving. The product carries a Caution signal word and requires minimal PPE, which reflects its safety profile when used as directed.
Why can't I just buy this product myself?
Taurus Trio G is classified as a Restricted Use Pesticide, meaning it can only be purchased and applied by licensed pest control professionals. It is not available to homeowners at retail. This classification reflects the product's potency and the importance of correct application rates and placement. Consumer fire ant products use lower concentrations of active ingredient and typically provide far shorter residual control.
Does this cover fire ants in my landscaping beds too?
Taurus Trio G is registered for use on turfgrass and landscaped areas, which includes beds, borders, and ornamental plantings. David will discuss the full treatment area with you during the initial assessment to confirm coverage scope for your specific property layout.
Can I add this to my existing Basic or Elite service plan?
Yes. The Annual Fire Ant Control program can be added to any Ratical service plan. The Basic Quarterly Plan includes fire ant protection up to 15 feet from the structure perimeter, and the Elite Program covers up to 15,000 sq ft of lawn as part of every bi-monthly visit. The Annual Fire Ant Control program is a standalone full-lawn broadcast treatment that complements either plan - or works on its own for customers who only need fire ant coverage. Ask David about combining services.

Annual Fire Ant Control

One Application.
A Full Year of Protection.

Starting at $249 - get a free quote based on your lawn size and schedule your application.

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Prefer to talk? Call David at (941) 254-1051