Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations, manufactured by Bayer, contains .01% Fipronil and is an effective way to control indoor ant infestations.
This product is easy to place and work by either ingestion or contact with the gel. Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations contain a patented bait formulation that kills odorous house ants, pharaoh ant and other common household ants.
When properly used, the bait will attract foraging worker ants. The targeted ants will feed on the bait and take it back to the nest, destroying the queen and the entire colony. Maxforce FC stations deliver effective control for up to 1 year.
Tools Needed
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations comes ready to use in pre-bait stations, thus no secondary application tools are necessary.
How to Use
- Step 1: Determine if ant infestation is indoors or outdoors. Simply place each Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations indoors or outdoors (adjacent to the home or structure) immediately next to ant trails or close to areas where ants are numerous. Nests are usually located in dark, humid and warm areas close to a water and food source.
- Step 2: For indoor normal infestations, you should use 3 Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations in an average size room. For heavier infestations, you will need additional bait stations in each room. If infestation persists beyond two weeks, replace all bait stations where the bait has been completely consumed and relocate bait stations that show no evidence of ant feeding.
- Step 3: For outdoor use, Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations should be placed adjacent to the home or structure near ant activity or anywhere ants may gain access to the home or structure. Application sites include electrical conduits, vents, pipe chases, concrete slabs, skylights on roofs; around ant mounds, garbage cans, and trees; along walls, window sills, sidewalks, and driveways; on ground around home or structure.
- Step 4: Increased ant activity may be seen near the Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations immediately after placement for short periods but you can expect to see less activity within three days. After placement, ant trails may be observed between the bait stations and the nests. For best results do not interfere with the ants or the stations because ants must carry the bait back to the nest to destroy the queen and colony. Inspect all bait stations and replace as needed for continuous control of ants.
Where to Use
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations may be used indoors or outdoors. They may be used for the control of ants in hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, schools, residential establishments, warehousing and commercial establishments, food service, food manufacturing and food processing facilities, laboratories, computer and electronic equipment facilities, pet shops, zoos, buses, boats, aircraft, and trains.
For maximum effectiveness in ant control the bait station should be placed in or near wall voids, electrical outlets (if wiring permits), potted plants, waste-paper baskets, garbage cans, and sinks. Bait stations can be placed in cabinets, next to dishes, near sensitive equipment or in any place specifically listed on this label.
Outdoor application sites include electrical conduits, vents, pipe chases, concrete slabs, skylights on roofs; around ant mounds, garbage cans, and trees; along walls, window sills, sidewalks, and driveways; on ground around home or structure.
In zoos and pet shops, place bait stations out of reach of zoo animals and pets.
When to Use
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations should be used when there is an active ant infestation, which is most likely to happen between the Spring and Fall months.
Safety Information
Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations is safe to use around children and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling and applying this product.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Special Considerations
Do not use residual sprays near the Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations, as the worker ants must remain alive to carry the bait back to the queen and immature workers. Residual sprays may cause worker ants to spread out and form secondary colonies.
This product works because it is non-repellent and thus will not cause secondary colony formation.
Availability | Online |
Restricted Use | No |
Shipping Restrictions | Each: AK, CA, CT, HI, IN, MI, NY, OR, RI, SC, VT, WA |
Brand | BAYER |
Keith's Pro Tips | "If you want the infestation addressed quicker, lay out more bait stations. For normal infestations, you should use 3 bait stations in an average size room. For heavier infestations, you will need additional bait stations for each room." |
Target Pests | Pharaoh, Common household ants, Argentine Ants, Crazy Ants, Pavement Ants, Cornfield Ants, Odorous House Ants, Acrobat Ants and Thief Ants. |
Application Equipment | None Needed |
Application Methods | Baiting |
Active Ingredient | Fipronil 0.01% |
Product Type | Insecticide |
Formulation | Station |
Application Rate | Maxforce FC Ant Bait is a ready to use product and does not require mixing. |
Shelf Life | Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations will last up to 3 years when stored in a cool dry area out of reach of children. |
Yield | 3 bait stations per average size room, each bag contains 24 0.5-oz stations |
Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
Time to Kill | Allow up to 3 days to see less ant activity, keep replacing baits until ants are eliminated. |
Comparable Products | Maxforce Fleet Ant Bait Gel |
EPA Registration # | 432-1256 |
Restricted Use | No |
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Shipping Restrictions | AK, CA, CT, HI, IN, MI, NY, OR, RI, SC, VT, WA |
Availability | Online |
Signal Word | CAUTION |
Keith's Pro Tip | "If you want the infestation addressed quicker, lay out more bait stations. For normal infestations, you should use 3 bait stations in an average size room. For heavier infestations, you will need additional bait stations for each room." |
Target Pests Multi | Acrobat Ants, Ants, Argentine Ants, Cornfield Ants, Crazy/Raspberry Ants, Odorous House Ants, Pavement Ants, Pharaoh Ants, Thief Ants |
Time to Kill | Allow up to 3 days to see less ant activity, keep replacing baits until ants are eliminated. |
Chemical Type | Insecticide |
Formulation | Station |
Application Methods | Baiting |
Active Ingredient | Fipronil 0.01% |
Application Equipment | None Needed |
Mix Rate | Maxforce FC Ant Bait is a ready to use product and does not require mixing. |
Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
Yield | 3 bait stations per average size room, each bag contains 24 0.5-oz stations |
EPA Registration No. | 432-1256 |
Shelf Life | Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations will last up to 3 years when stored in a cool dry area out of reach of children. |
Comparable Products | Maxforce Fleet Ant Bait Gel |
Children or pets? | No |
Property Characteristics | Food-Bearing Plants, Streams/Ponds/Lakes |
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Q:This product did not work for me. Is it under warranty and if so, do I contact the manufacturer or your company?4/24/24A:You would need to contact the manufacturer for the warranty plans. Some tips to consider when using this ant bait station is to avoid placing on or near areas that were recently treated with anything that leaves behind a residual - like insecticides or cleaning products. Be sure to not interfere with the ants or the stations because ants must carry the bait back to the nest to destroy the queen and colony.
Amanda
4/24/24 -
Q:Can homeowner purchase it?5/22/23A:Yes , we had ants in the Lanai...put thus product out and problem gone!
Debra A Brassieur
5/22/23Certified Buyer -
Q:How long before replacing wth a new unit ?1/26/23A:If infestation persists beyond two weeks, replace all Maxforce FC Ant Bait Stations where the bait has been completely consumed and relocate bait stations that show no evidence of ant feeding.
Amanda Chavez
1/30/23Certified Buyer -
Q:Is this bait safe for a household with cats?9/2/20
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Q:How many bait stations in a pack?5/17/20