FUSE Foam is a ready-to-use foam produced by Control Solution Inc.—a United States-based innovative and cost-effective pest control solutions manufacturer. Two active ingredients with a different mode of action are present in this termite killing foam, including Fipronil (0.005 percent), the same one use on Termidor SC and Imidacloprid (0.025 percent ). Both of these termite insecticides work by disrupting the central nervous system’s functioning and eventually leading to insects’ death. This foam-based product is effective against a wide range of insects, including termites and other wood-destroying insects, ants, carpenter bees, Asian lady beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Cluster Flies, Elm leaf beetles, Bean Plataspids, and more.
You can apply it in and around structures and in limited outdoor spot treatments. It’s available in 15 ounces and 20 ounces. One of the beneficial aspects of termite foam formulation is it expands foam with a 30:1 expansion ratio. It can be applied by direct injection into termites, ant nests, galleries, structural voids, and other areas. When sprayed, this foam uses one ounce of the product in approximately 5 seconds to produce about 1 quart of foam. It has the ability to deliver a termite control program to reach those hard-to-treat locations with confidence.
Pros
- It is easy to use and useful for killing a wide range of indoor pests such as Subterranean Termites and Drywood Termites.
- Have the low-waste application and its ready-to-use design limits applied
- It doesn’t leave a strong odor
Cons
- Although powerful substances against pests, Fipronil and Imidacloprid are highly toxic to humans
- Not compatible with furniture infestations
- Low quantity by volume
Tools Needed
Tools are not required for the use of Fuse Foam, but it is recommended that you wear proper PPE before applying them in the form of gloves and long-sleeved clothing. In some cases, you may also need a drill to drill holes for chemical foam dispensing.
How to Use
Observe and note the appropriate areas for the use of Fuse Foam. It may be vital for you to drill holes in drywall or infested wood to treat termite galleries. Shake the can well before you use it. Hold your can upright and point away from your face. Insert the application’s tip into the voids and spray the foam into cracks, cracks, and wall voids to remove insects and other targeted pests from the wood. Spray for approximately 5 seconds to allow the foam to expand and penetrate the treatment area. Apply foam every 18 inches to large areas of treatment. Hold the tip of the injector in place for approximately 8 seconds after release of the trigger to allow the product to fully expand in the application hose and enter the target area to help minimize run-off. Reapply Fuse Foam one month after the previous application if the activity is still visible.
Where to Use
You may use this product wherever you suspect drywood termite infestations, termite activity, or wood-destroying pests. This can be insect galleries in damaged wood, crevices, in spaces between wooden structures, or in vases within the construction crawl-spaces, harborages, basements, attics, stud walls, unexposed wood inside walls or vases, outer wood in decks, fencing or siding, canals in damaged wood, areas between woods, junctions between woods, termite exit holes, and foundations.
When to Use
Fuse Foam may be used as a preventive treatment plan upon signs of termites and other targeted pests from entering the structure or used as a control method when targeted problems are suspected. It is not recommended to use Fuse Foam when using public places or transport equipment.
Target Pests
This foam aims to control a wide range of pests:
- Termites (Subterranean, Drywood, Dampwood & Arboreal).
- Wood-boring battles (Powder Post Beetles, Old House Borer, Wharf Borer, Anobiid or Deathwatch Beetles, False Powder, Post Beetles, or Ambrosia or Bark Beetles).
- Ants (Argentina, Ghost, White Foot, Foraging Carpenter), Carpenter Bees, Asian Lady Beetles, Cluster Flies, Elm Leaf Beetles, Bean Pla.
Comparable Products
- BASF 805571 Termidor Foam Termiticide/Insecticide
- Bayer 03780574 Premise Foam Termiticide
- TERRO T1901-6 Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer, Orange
Safety Information
The product should be placed in a cool, dry area and should not be exposed to temperatures above 130°F which could otherwise cause the product to burst. In case of accidental contact with eyes, skin or clothing, it should be avoided, and the hands thoroughly washed with soap and water after handling and before eating or drinking. If it is on clothing, it is recommended that it be removed immediately and that the skin be rinsed with plenty of water.
It may also be toxic to fish, and other aquatic animals should be used with caution near water bodies. It’s also dangerous for some birds and bees.
Special Considerations
Depending on the severity of the infestation, Fuse Foam alone may not be sufficient to control an entire colony completely. We recommend using Fuse Foam with other termite treatment products such as liquid insecticides or liquid termiticides for the complete elimination of a termite colony. The success of termite spray is often unpredictable, as termite colonies may not forage in the treated areas.
FAQ
How many square feet can Fuse Foam Ready-to-Use Termiticide Insecticide cover?
Ready-to-use foam fuse Termitic Insecticide has an expansion ratio of 30:1. It would depend on how many spots you’re treating with it and how much area it’s going to cover. If sprayed continuously, the can would have filled a 5-gallon bucket with foam when fully extended.
Will Fuse Foam Ready-to-Use Termiticide Insecticide harm pets?
Ready-to-use foam fuse Termiticidal Insecticide is safe for pets when used as directed. Keep pets out of the area while you’re applying the product. Once it’s completely dried, it’s safe for them to come back.
Can I use Fuse Foam Ready-to-Use Termiticide Insecticide outside between my garage and the driveway?
No, the ready-to-use foam fuse Termiticidal You cannot use the insecticide to treat outside areas. It is recommended that Taurus SC be used as a trench treatment against the foundation and for drilling over any concrete surface.
Conclusion
In terms of overall potency, Fuse Foam may well be one of the most potent termite killing foams available for home use. With both Fipronil and imidacloprid, two insecticides that are incredibly toxic to insects, this product means business when it comes to actively killing termites in contact with each other.
With an average expansion ratio of 30:1, this product will quickly saturate the infested structure with two highly toxic chemicals. This may not be desirable for overall safety, but chemicals’ potency will undoubtedly work to kill termites immediately.