Ideally, when using a product like Advion Cockroach Gel Bait you wouldn't want to use anything that could contaminate the bait and make it unattractive to consume, and you want products that will work with the bait effectively to move through the colony to other roaches. Using a spray with a transfer like Temprid FX or Alpine WSG along baseboards and in areas where you wouldn't place the bait can help reach more of the population. While boric acid powder is used by many customers for roaches, it is best not to use it too close to any baits you are trying to lure the roaches to consume.
You do not need to apply Advion Cockroach Gel Bait if you do not have an active infestation. If you see any sign of activity you can put out the bait but until then we would recommend treating with a preventative insecticide like Talstar P around the base boards window sills and door frames.
Advion Cockroach Gel Bait cannot be applied directly to the air exhaust and using it near it might dry it up really fast. Bait will attract roaches that are in close proximity to the bait. If you have a roach infestation please read over our Roach Control Guide for treatment options.
The code on most insecticides of any sort including Advion Ant Bait Gel will be an indicator to the manufacturer of what batch the product came from and when it was produced or packaged. The shelf life and expiration are all dependent on how you store the product once you receive it. The product you receive should have a shelf lifeof up to 5 years from the date of manufacture.
That's a great question, and you can honestly approach it from either method. Many customers prefer to clean up the dead roaches in the open while knowing inevitably, some will die behind walls and baseboards to help serve the purpose of spreading the Advion Cockroach Gel Bait through the consumption of the bodies from other roaches. However, if you have heavy numbers, and you see them actively going for the bait and roach carcasses, you can leave some out for further spread if you desire.
Per the Advion Cockroach Gel Bait label: Wastes resulting from the use of this product must be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
Usually, bait placements are done every foot to 2 feet apart around a kitchen or area roaches are within, but if you have a heavy population and feel more bait placements and closer proximity are needed that is fine. As long as the roaches are taking to the bait you applied then they will be impacted by it. You didn't state which species of roach you are treating for, or what other products you are using besides baiting to help you get control over the problem. Baiting alone is rarely enough to get rid of a roach population as you cannot rely on the entire colony to feed solely on the food source you provide. Using a residual insecticide spray that has a transfer effect in places you don't bait, such as along baseboards, under/behind large appliances, window/door frames, etc, can greatly increase the reach of your treatment. Sprays like Alpine WSG or Temprid FX for instance have a delayed kill and move from one insect's body to the next as they pass by or groom each other, assisting in the spread of the product even to those not feeding on bait.
Using an IGR like Gentrol IGR mixed into the solution with Temprid or Alpine helps sterilize the roach population and keep them from reproducing while the bait and insecticide work to eliminate what is there. An average roach population can take several months to completely eliminate, so results should not be expected in 2 weeks if only baits are being used.
Yes, you can place Advion Cockroach Gel Bait on foil, in any area where you have not applied another insecticide. Doing so will actually allow for easy removal.
A hamster can be harmed after ingesting the Advion Roach Bait Gel as they can be pretty sensitive to chemicals. We would recommend only applying in areas that the hamster does not have access to. We have a great video here that shows where to apply the bait. You can see the video by clicking here. We would recommend checking with your vet to be sure as hamsters can be more sensitive than other animals.
One of our roach control kits would be recommended for roach control. These professional kits includes non-staining, low odor concentrated insecticide for spraying the outside perimeter of the home and inside underneath appliances, behind cabinets, under toilets and sinks, etc. You'll also get Roach Bait Gel to help get rid of those roaches that like to hide. Baits can be applied up high in the kitchen in the corner of cabinets and in cracks and crevices in kitchens and bathrooms. The bait contains a slow-acting poison that attracts and kills feeding roaches, who also spread the bait to other roaches by contact or by sharing food. Finally, an Insect Growth Regulator is offered which will stop roaches from laying eggs, helping to halt the infestation. The combination of an IGR with roach bait is a highly effective roach control strategy that is widely used by pest control professionals. The insecticide must be applied with a 1 gallon pump sprayer.
Here is a link to a great article that really goes into depth in explaining a roach control program:
http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/how-to-get-rid-of-roaches-a-458.html
Here is a link to our roach control kits and sprays: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/roach-control-kits-c-2_73.html
Yes, Advion Cockroach Gel Bait can be used inside dresser drawers.
Below is our guide for how to eliminate roaches. If you scroll down, it gives a visual of where to apply the Advion Cockroach Gel Bait. As far as applying any other products such as an IGR, they can be applied in close proximity but not directly on top of
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You can take a look at Advion WDG it is a water-dispersable granule formulation is easy to mix and use. It also comes packaged in convenient pre-measured packets that simplify the mixing process. Simply add the contents of one to two packets per gallon of water to cover up to 1,000 sq. ft. It can be used in conjunction with baits, and will not stain most surfaces, though it is advisble to do a spot test prior to use. Consult the product label for application rates.
Advion Roach Bait Gel should be reapplied once every two weeks. You will want to first clean up previous bait placements and then apply the bait. Please take a few moments to read our article How to Get Rid of Roaches to learn how to implement a successful roach control program.
