A presence of springtails means there is usually a moisture issue under the house or around the house. Springtail eradication depends on eliminating the moisture source. If the springtails are breeding from under the slab, then the granules around the outside of the house will not effect them and they will be able to get into the house. It is imperative to correct any moisture issues or water that puddles up against the house. You could use Bifen IT inside and on the house outside for some extra killing power in addition to the granules.
Typically, pesticides alone will not take care of a springtail problem. It is required to fix whatever moisture issue is causing the problem. You should read our "How To Get Rid of Springtails" article for further information
A good product to broadcast across your lawn is called Bifen I/T. It treats for various types of pests and can be used both inside along the baseboards, cracks and crevices and outside as well as a broadcast across the lawn. It is safe for pets when it is dry so remove the dogs from the area while spraying. This product is not labeled for fruit trees.
For fruit trees, I would recommend Monterey Fruit Tree Spray Plus. It is broadly labeled product that can be used on edibles.
When using Bifen IT or other insecticides/miticides, we would recommend switching miticides every 30 days or so.
Bifen IT can be applied with Hi-Yield Spreader Sticker. You will mix 2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water when mixed with insecticides, miticides, fungicides, liquid fertilizers and herbicides.
Bifen IT cannot be used in edible vegetation. Leaf footed insects are better controlled during nymph stages, using a product like Pyganic 1.4 EC. Be sure to remove any debris piles from the orchard.
Bifen IT is NOT labeled to be used on any kind of pet bedding or play toys. Bifen IT is safe for people and pets to be around after the treated area has dried. You would want to keep the pets out of the treated area for at least an hour. We recommend Sterifab, an insecticide that kills insects on contact and is safe for pets once it dries