TERRO Ant Killer Plus
Best outdoor granular solution for homeowners managing common crawling pest infestations.
Conquer outdoor pests with TERRO Ant Killer Plus, a versatile insecticide designed for broad-spectrum control. This granular formula effectively targets a wide array of crawling insects, including ants, fire ants, fleas, cockroaches, crickets, and more. Packaged in a convenient 3lb shaker bag, it's perfect for creating a protective perimeter around your home or treating lawn and garden areas. Enjoy a reliable and easy-to-apply solution for maintaining a pest-free outdoor environment, ensuring peace of mind throughout your property.
$11.69
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
355
/ 1667
#355 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-74%
Below average
Container Size
3
/ lb Shaker Bag
Who it's for
- Homeowners needing immediate relief from visible ant activity
- Gardeners seeking flexible treatment options for lawns and foundations
- Busy residents wanting extended protection between yard treatments
Who should skip it
- People looking to permanently eradicate deep-seated ant colonies
- Parents and pet owners prioritizing chemical-free play areas
- Eco-conscious gardeners protecting local pollinators and soil health
Performance breakdown
Broad-spectrum efficacy
Bifenthrin formula handles a diverse range of common outdoor crawling pests.
Application convenience
Shaker bag design allows for quick, targeted perimeter barrier distribution.
Environmental resilience
Lack of rain resistance necessitates frequent reapplication after wet weather.
Safety profile
Potent chemical composition requires strict caution around children and pets.
Versatility
Equally effective for lawn treatment and structural perimeter defense.
Ease of deployment
Requires a spreader for optimal coverage over larger garden areas.
Key Specs
Container Size
3lb Shaker Bag
Target Pests
Ants, Fire Ants, Fleas, Cockroaches, Crawling Insects, Carpenter Ants, Crickets, Earwigs, Silverfish, Slugs, Snails
Application Location
Outdoors, Lawn and Garden, Perimeter Barrier
Pesticide Type
Insecticide
Physical State
Granules
Active Ingredient
Bifenthrin
Application Method
Requires Spreader
Target Life Stage
All Stages
Features
- Kills a wide variety of crawling insects
- Ideal for outdoor perimeter protection
- Easy-to-use shaker bag for application
- Effective in lawns and garden areas
- Provides broad-spectrum pest control
- Targets ants, fleas, and cockroaches
- Reliable solution for outdoor pests
What customers say
Customers consistently praise TERRO Ant Killer Plus as a highly effective solution for common household ant infestations, especially sugar and pavement ants. The primary strength noted is the bait mechanism, which successfully targets and eliminates the entire colony, leading to complete eradication within days or weeks. Users value this long-term control over temporary spray relief, often describing the results as superior. While minor critiques mention application messiness or varied efficacy against certain species like carpenter ants, the overall sentiment highlights excellent value and reliability. For typical kitchen invaders, this product is lauded as a powerful and dependable extermination tool that delivers lasting results.
Know before you buy
This granular insecticide is designed for broad-spectrum control of crawling insects. It is effective against ants, fire ants, carpenter ants, fleas, cockroaches, crickets, earwigs, silverfish, slugs, and snails.
The product comes in a 3lb shaker bag, but for consistent coverage across larger areas like lawns, you should use a mechanical spreader. Simply apply the granules evenly to the target area or create a protective barrier around your home's foundation.
No, this product is not safe for pets or children. You must keep them away from treated areas until the granules have been applied and the area has been properly watered in and allowed to dry completely.
No, this formula is not rain-resistant. If you experience heavy rainfall shortly after application, you may need to reapply the granules to maintain your protective barrier.
Yes, this is a broad-spectrum insecticide and is not selective. It will harm beneficial insects, such as bees and ladybugs, if they come into direct contact with the treated area.
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