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  • Asked by Jim from Greensburg, Pa
    07/07/2014
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    How do I treat red flying ants outside the home?
    Once a year I get thousands of red flying ants (winged and un-winged) outside the home around my deck usually in September. I feel fairly confident they are not termites as they have three bodies instead of two. Which product do you recommend I use in a sprayer? Thanks for assistance.
    A
    Bifen It would be a great option for a general pest control spray around the home regularly to kill the ants when they swarm and emerge, as well as any other insects in the area. You would mix it at the rate of 1oz per gallon of water and spray it around the foundation, lawn, bushes, trees, eaves and edges of the home, window and door frames, etc. Bifen It will hold up to the outdoor elements roughly 30-60 days. 
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  • Asked by Linda from New Jersey
    07/08/2014
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    Earwigs in house and on patio
    A
    Most of the synthetic pyrethroid insecticides on our site would do a great job for earwig control. Bifen IT would be a great choice for earwigs. You can spray both indoors and outdoors with this product. Bifen IT, one of our best sellers, has a long residual, is odorless, dries clear, leaves no stains, is non-irritating to the skin, and wont break down easily with rainfall.
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  • Asked by Jim from Lansing, Mi 48917
    07/19/2014
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    How to control springtail fleas inside and outside the home
    They are especially prevalent around the bathtub. Also there is an empty lot next door where some trees hav recently been cut down. Piles of wood chips and sawdust.
    A
    Please view our article "How to get Rid of Springtails". This article contains everything you need to know to treat for springtails. You would want to use a dust in wall voids and a residual spray like Bifen IT around the perimeter and indoors cracks and crevices.
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  • Asked by Jeff from Fremont, Mi
    07/20/2014
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    Can I use Bifen I/T at my camp site by a creek? Once it drys would rain runoff still hurt aquatic life?
    What if deer were to eat treated grass or trees?
    A
    We do not recommend applying Bifen IT close to a creek due to the possiblity of runoff. We do carry an insecticide called EcoVia EC that can be applied close to water without harm to aquatic organisms.
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  • Asked by J from Assigned, California
    07/23/2014
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    Will Bifen hurt pine and redwood are and do mosquitoes hang out in these evergreens.
    A
    Bifen IT will not harm trees or shrubs when applies as directed. You want to mix 1oz Bifen with 1 gal water. Really be sure to focus on shaded areas that can retain moisture, like undersides of leaves, leaf piles, etc.
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  • Asked by J. from Ahwahnee, California
    07/23/2014
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    Will Bifen hurt pine and redwood? Do mosquitoes hang out in these evergreens or in landscape bark?
    A
    Bifen IT will not harm your trees. It is very gentle on trees, shrubs, lawns and ornamentals. Mosquitoes tend to harbor on the undersides of the leaves. Be sure to mix 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft and treat monthly. We also suggest adding an insect growth regulator (IGR) such as Pivot 10 to impede the insects reproductive cycle.

    Mosquito Control Article
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dave
    07/23/2014
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    Should you use a surfactant when spraying with Bifen IT?
    A
    Bifen IT does not require a surfactant to be used for it unless you are treating for certain pests. According to the product label, if you are treating for mites and/or spider mites, the addition of a surfactant may increase the effectiveness of Bifen IT. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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    13 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Melvin from Odessa, Tx
    07/28/2014
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    I purchased Bifen & Nyguard for tick control. Can this be applied with a hose end sprayer?
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    Yes, Bifen IT can be used in a hose end sprayer. You will use 1 fl. oz. of solution and 5.5 ml of Nyguard IGR per gallon of water. You will put the concentrate directly into the cannister, and the tube will automatically use how much you have on the dial. It will disperse with each gallon that comes through the hose. You will need to be as accurate as possible when using this method. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Anonymous
    08/12/2014
    Q
    We are moving to Southport NC and want to do our own pest control.what product do you recommend?
    A
    Bifen IT is our number one recommendation for general pest control. You can apply it indoor and out. It dries clear and is odorless.
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  • Asked by Scott from Rocky Mount, Nc
    08/15/2014
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    Is Bifen IT safe to use near well water?
    Also, I have sprayed this on an underground yellow jacket nest, and they are still at this location.
    A

    Per the product label, the soil around a well can be treated with Bifen IT. You can treat up to three feet away from the well.

    With Bifen IT, the label states that when you are treating for yellow jackets, spray the nest opening in the ground, bushes, and in cracks and crevices where the insects may nest. Saturate the openings and contact as many insects as possible. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

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  • Asked by Steve from Corpus Christi, Tx
    08/18/2014
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    What is the best pesticide to use for indoors and outdoors?
    My pest control person I had used to spray some pesticide that would kill almost everything. I liked it because it would kill roaches from neighbors trying to come over and would find them all around my fence after spraying the perimeter and ants/spiders and you could spray it on plants, shrubs, trees, and around the lawn.
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    We would recommend using Bifen IT. It is a general insecticide that can be sprayed around the perimeter of your home outdoors, on flowers, trees, shrubs, etc. It is not labeled to be sprayed on any type of edibles. Bifen IT can also be sprayed indoors around the cracks and crevices and baseboards. It lasts for up to 90 days indoors and 30 days outdoors.
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  • Asked by Mike from Birmingham Al
    08/19/2014
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    What is the mix rate for Bifen IT?
    For 200 gallons of water, would I still only do an ounce per gallon? I will be praying for ants, fleas, ticks and spittle bugs.
    A
    Yes, the rate of Bifen IT in 200 gallons of water is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Charlie from Brownsville, Tx
    08/22/2014
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    Which insecticide for a garden hose sprayer?
    I want to spray a large area of my yard for a variety of insects with a garden hose sprayer. I am currently using Malathion, but I was wondering if there was something better and at reasonable price.
    A
    Bifen IT would be a great choice.  You can use Bifen in a hand pump sprayer or with a hose end, although you will get more uniform and accurate coverage with a hand pump than you will a hose. You would typically mix 1 ounce to a gallon of water for all the insects in your yard and you can spray the bushes, yard, ornamentals and trees for mosquitoes, ants, spiders, and many other pests.
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  • Asked by Anonymous from Newfoundland Canada
    08/22/2014
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    What to use to get rid of chinch bugs in lawn
    A
    Bifen IT is one of our most popular products for Chinch Bug Control. The key is to use lots of water to carry the Bifen IT down to the thatch layer underneath the grass, where the chinch bugs do the most damage.  Please read the product label for proper application instructions.
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  • Asked by Mort from Raleigh, Nc
    08/26/2014
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    After having my house spray washed, I now have what looks like millipedes coming into the house. How do I get rid of them?
    A

    Bifen IT is labeled for millipedes and will kill them when used according to the Bifen IT product label. We recommend using 1 fl oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water for the fastest knockdown and the longest lasting residual. Millipedes are usually going to frequent areas where there are high levels of moisture. There are some non-chemical things you can do to help make your property less favorable to millipedes:

    Step 1) Non chemical Methods of Millipede Control

    Exclusion:

    • Repair cracks, crevices, and gaps around windows, doors, pipes and wires with sealant or caulk
    • Makes sure the screens and door sweeps on windows and doors are tight-fitting

    Eliminate Favorable Conditions:

    • Fix leaky faucets or pipes and dry up wet or damp areas where millipedes thrive
    • Remove outdoor harborages near the home that hold moisture (compost, wood, or leaf piles, etc).
    • Store firewood off the ground at least 20 feet away from the home
    • Water your lawn in the morning so that it will be dry by afternoon
    • Do not over mulch flower beds, since soggy mulch is an ideal harborage for millipedes
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  • Asked by Morgan from Cairo , Ga
    08/29/2014
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    Can I spray my dog with Bifen IT?
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    NO, Bifen IT is NOT labeled to be applied to dogs or any other animal for any purpose. We do have products that are safe to be applied to dogs for flea eradication. Please click the link below.

    Flea Products 

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  • Asked by Nancy from Waltham, Ma
    09/06/2014
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    What works on cluster flies that come into my log cabin and hover around the sunny windows every autumn?
    My log home is in Andover ME
    A

    Bifen IT can be used to help control cluster flies indoors and outdoors. If the cluster flies have already made their way indoors, they will be harder to control because they usually hide in a wall void or other inaccessible area and are only visible when the house warms up. If the cluster flies are in an attic or drop ceiling or other dark area, a fly light would do a great job controlling the population. Using small fly lights such as the Fly Web in the house would also help to catch the flies. Spray Bifen IT directly on baseboards, window frames, door frames, and places where utilities (pipes, wires, cables) enter in to the building and any other crack, crevice or gap where insects can enter.

    Here is an article that will give you a little bit more information on cluster flies and cluster fly control methods: How to get rid of cluster flies

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  • Asked by Jay from Pearland, Tx
    09/07/2014
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    Can Bifen IT be used in a propane insect fogger?
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    You cannot use Bifen IT is a propane fogger. The heat will detroy the effectiveness of the product. You  can use Bifen product in a mist blower such as the Solo 451.
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  • Asked by Lei from Aiea, Hawaii
    09/08/2014
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    Which insecticide is best to kill centipedes and roaches?
    Have just cleared 1,000 square feet of shrub with rocks and have many centipedes, and which would be best a an outdoor termicide? I have a in/outdoor dog. Do you ship to Hawaii?
    A
    Bifen IT is a great broad spectrum insecticide that works fantastic on centipedes, roaches, and termites. To perform a perimeter treatment you would mix 1 oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water and spray around the foundation making sure to spray 2 feet up the side of your home and 2 feet out on the ground. Pay close attention to all cracks/crevices, window frames, door frames, weep holes, and where pipes enter your home. If you have an active Termite problem we recommend you read over our Termite Control Page to find an appropriate product and treatment that is specialized for your needs. If you need further assistance please call us a 866-581-7378. 
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  • Asked by Anonymous from Naples, Fl
    09/08/2014
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    What is best to use on my lawn in Florida for various bugs including fleas and ants?
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    We would recommend using Bifen IT to control various insects in your lawn. It is labeled to be broadcast across the yard, on ornamentals, trees, flowers, etc. It is NOT labeled to be used on edible plants. This can also be used indoors as a crack and crevice treatment along the baseboards. You will mix 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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