Insect killer plus germ killer is a dual-action formula that kills most common pests and reduces 99.9% of the germs they carry. The residual action formula is long-lasting and provides up to 12 months of indoor protection, killing insects when you spray and if they return. As an outdoor treatment, it controls perimeter pests and wood-infesting pests including subterranean termites. This type of application is intended to be a supplemental treatment for control of drywood and above ground subterranean termites and other wood-infesting insects. It is not intended as a substitute for soil treatments for termite control. Ideal to kill invading insects around basements, foundations, and baseboards. Non-staining formula.