Yes, Bifen IT can be used to control carpenter bees. Here is a link to our carpenter bee prevention guide as well: https://www.domyown.com/carpenter-bee-prevention-guide-a-502.html
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for flies. For more information on fly control, please take a few moments to review our treatment article for further pro tips on control of this pest. Please let us know if you need anything else.
Bifen IT is not labeled for beneficial insects like butterflies. However, it is not really selective so it has the potential to kill them if they come in contact with a treated area. To avoid contacting beneficial insects, apply in the early morning or late evening when they are less active in the area. We would also recommend avoiding application to blooms to limit contact. A better option would be to use Mavrik Perimeter. There is no lingering odor or visible residue, and when dry, it is non toxic and non repellent to honey bees. We would still recommned you apply in the early morning or late evening when they are less active in the area
If your vegetables were sprayed Bifen IT, we do recommend to discard them. You should not consume anyting that treated area for one full growing season.
When applying Bifen IT outdoors for a variety of insects you are absolutely able to apply it as a broadcast spray. You will need 1 fl oz of product diluted into 1 gallon of water for every 1,000 sq ft of space you need to treat. When you are treating for mosquitoes the key is to apply it to all shrubs, trees, and other foliage around the house or patio where you are trying to provide relief. It should be directed not only on top of the leaves and plants but on the underside of the leaves as well which is where the mosquitoes hang out. This product can also be applied to your lawn, exterior of your home for barrier insect control and indoors to control current infestations. Make applications every 30 days for optimum control.
Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes for more information on a successful program.
Bifen IT is safe for plants if used as directed.
Bifen IT cannot be used in animal grazing pastures. Essentria All Purpose Insecticide Concentrate can be used in animal grazing pastures for ant and tick control.
Bifen IT is not labeled for use in drains. Roaches can be seen coming out of drains because more than likely they were looking for a water source. For the best roach control, we recommend using a Roach Control Kit. Please view our How to Get Rid of Roaches article for other tips and information.
Bifen IT can be applied monthly (30 days) outside the home and every 3 months (90 days) inside around the cracks and crevices.
Yes, Bifen IT will not harm, inhibit, or promote any kind of growth in turf grass.
Yes, Bifen IT can be used with an IGR like Pivot and a synergist like Exciter for a faster knockdown of insects such as mosquitoes. There would be no valid reason to mix Cyzmic CS and Bifen IT. You would want to use one or the other.
You can use a temporary marking dye such as Turf Mark Blue with the Bifen I/T or any insecticide you plan to use for tick control. Bifen would be a great choice, and in the areas of the property you suspect the highest populations of ticks, you can mix in an IGR such as Archer IGR to help stop their reproductive cycle and reduce the amount of future generations you would be contending with in the yard. We also have a handy Tick Control Guide which you can review for tips to get the most out of your treatment, including how to videos and step by step instructions and recommendations.
Yes, Bifen IT is safe to use on St Augustine. Be sure you are not spraying during the heat of the day as the water can magnify the sun rays and scorch your grass.
Bifen IT should not be applied to any edible vegetation. You should not apply this product on a windy day or where wind drift may be a possibility if fruit trees or vegetables are nearby. Any treated vegetables or fruit should be discarded. You should not consume anything in the area treated for one full growing season.
Yes, Bifen IT can be used for fire ant control as directed on the label. Please take a look at (Method 2: Fire Ant Mound Drench) on our guide on How to Get Rid of Fire Ants for more information on treating this pest.
Per the product label, the soil around a well can be treated with Bifen IT as long as you are following the instructions. It is recommended to keep applications at least 10 ft away from the well. Please be sure to review the product label for more information before use. Pages 11-12 give specific instructions for treating around wells.
