Sentricon AlwaysActive installation in Lakeland, FL places noviflumuron-loaded bait stations on a 10-foot grid around the structural perimeter in soil. The system is approved by the Florida Building Code as an alternative to pre-construction liquid termiticide treatment for new builds, and is widely used for existing-structure subterranean termite elimination. Installation takes 1–2 hours; colony elimination typically occurs over 2 weeks to 6 months from first station hit.
How Sentricon installation works
- Site inspection — identify foundation perimeter, slab penetrations, attached structures, landscape obstructions.
- Bait station installation on a 10-foot grid in soil around the structure. Stations are flush with grade or slightly buried.
- Each station is GPS-marked and logged for monitoring and bond compliance.
- Initial bait load: noviflumuron-laced cellulose matrix placed into each station.
- Bond enrollment with retreat-plus-repair coverage and annual renewal terms.
- FDACS Notice of Treatment filed with the Bureau of Entomology.
- Monitoring visits scheduled (quarterly or twice annually) for the life of the bond.
When Sentricon is the better choice
- Homes with attached porches, lanais, or pool decks where slab drilling for liquid treatment is impractical.
- Homes with deep ornamental landscaping that would require demolition for trenching.
- Homes in HOA neighborhoods where cosmetic foundation disturbance is unwelcome.
- Long-hold properties — Sentricon bond mechanic provides indefinite coverage while maintained.
- Active subterranean infestations where the operator wants colony elimination rather than a treated zone.
Maintenance and bond renewal
Sentricon stations are checked quarterly or twice annually under the bond. The operator inspects each station for termite hits, refills bait as consumed, and replaces stations damaged by landscaping or weather. Annual renewal includes the monitoring schedule plus the retreat-plus-repair warranty. For a deeper Sentricon vs. liquid comparison see the Sentricon vs. Termidor in Lakeland comparison.
Related Lakeland Exterminators pages
- Sentricon vs. Termidor in Lakeland — product comparison
- Termite Treatment Complete Guide — pillar
- Annual Termite Bond Worth It in Lakeland — bond decision
Frequently asked questions
How long until Sentricon eliminates termites?
2 weeks to 6 months from first station hit. The colony collapses as workers carry noviflumuron back to the queen. The operator monitors and verifies elimination.
Will Sentricon attract termites to my house?
No. The stations intercept existing foraging rather than create new attraction. Subterranean termites are already foraging up to 300 feet from the colony.
How long does Sentricon last?
Indefinite under maintained bond. The system is renewed annually and bait is refilled as needed. Stations themselves may be replaced over time.
Can I install Sentricon myself?
No. Florida law restricts Sentricon installation to Certified Operators (FDACS Category 8E). The stations and bait are not available to homeowners.
How do I find a Lakeland Sentricon installer?
Call the number on this page. Operators routed through this line are FDACS Category 8E licensed and Sentricon-certified.
Call (XXX) XXX-XXXX — routed to FDACS-licensed pest control operators serving Polk County, FL.