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  • Asked by Ryan from Elkton, Florida
    03/26/2014
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    My dog recently got out, now I have ticks on my ceiling. I bought Bifen IT, will this kill them?
    I also got the backpack sprayer. I want to do my own yearly pest control. So, what are some other chemicals that I need. I live in NorthEast Florida. Thanks
    A
    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled and works very well on ticks. However, it is important to incorporate an IGR (insect growth regulator) into the Bifen IT solution. Nyguard IGR is an exceptional IGR that is works well to control the growth cycle of ticks and prevents the ticks from being able to lay eggs.
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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Scott from Hampton, Va
    03/31/2014
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    Can you mix Bifen IT with cedar wood oil?
    I am trying to keep our property as organic as possible. We tried using cedar wood oil last year to control the mosquitoes and it definitely helped to knock the population down but not to a level we would like. Can we mix a smaller portion of the Bifen IT with the cedar wood oil and then spray with the Solo 451?
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    While you can spray Cedar Oil and Bifen IT in the same place for mosquito control we do not recommend mixing the products together. Bifen IT is water based and will not mix with the cedar oil and it could cause the products to be unstable and could also cause clumping which will clog your sprayer.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Madeleine from Chesapeake Va
    04/08/2014
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    Is Bifen harmful to animals if they stay in the yard
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    Bifen IT is safe for people and pets to be around after the treated area has dried. You would want to keep the dogs out of the treated area for at least an hour.
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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lex from Opp, Al
    04/11/2014
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    How often should I treat yard with bifen i/t to kill mole crickets in south Alabama
    A
    You should apply Bifen IT once every 30 days for mole crickets in S. Alabama.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jack from Southeastern Pa
    04/14/2014
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    Why is the upper yield of quart container 3x the upper yield of the pint container
    the lower yield number of the quart container is 2x the lower yield of the pint container (32 vs 16). But the upper yield of the quart is 3x (96 vs 32) the upper yield of the pint. Shouldn't it be 64?
    A
    Bifen IT is mixed at .5 to 1 oz per gallon of water.  One pint of the Bifen IT will make 16-32 gallons of finished solution.  One quart will make 32- 64 gallons, while a 3/4 gallon will make 96 to 192 gallons.
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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jen from Fl
    04/19/2014
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    I would like to spray Bifen it in front yard for fleas. I have five chickens I can't contain in the back yard.
    They do eat the grass. Will this harm them?
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    Bifen IT is labeled to be used in poultry houses and chicken pens so it should not harm your chickens even if they eat the grass.  The small amount of active ingredient is only enough to kill a small insect.  You must make sure your chickens are out of the area while you apply Bifen and then they can return to the area as soon as it is dry
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    53 of 63 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tim
    04/24/2014
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    Is Bifen IT corrosive to steel or aluminum siding?
    A
    Bifen IT is a water based product and will not harm any surface that water itself would not damage.
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    18 of 19 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Clay from Batesville, Ms
    04/24/2014
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    Can I use more than 1oz per gallon of Bifen I/T liquid for less applications throughout the year?
    I was wondering if I use 4 oz per gallon will it last up to a year to cut back on reapplying every 3 months. I know what the bottle says, but I want to extend the coverage period.
    A
    That treatment is not a labeled application or mixing ratio and we are restricted from advising off label uses. We recommend contacting Control Solutions at 281-892-2500
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    5 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chas from Manvel
    04/28/2014
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    Does Bifen IT kill mosquitoes?
    A
    Bifen IT will kill mosquitos very well! We recommend using 1oz Bifen IT into one gallon water and applying the solution to the underside of leaves on trees and bushes and also the underside of the eaves of yoru house as these are the palces mosquitoes rest during the heat of the day. 
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    243 of 248 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Travis from Tn
    05/08/2014
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    How long does Bifen IT need to be down before a rain?
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    You should have a minimum of 6 hours between your applicaton and rainfall or irrigation. Bifen IT is rainfast 6 hours after the application.
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    144 of 149 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jamie from Neenah, Wi
    05/12/2014
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    Will Bifenthrin work as well as Suspend or Cy-Kick as a perimeter spray to stop ants and spiders?
    Will Bifenthrin work as well as Suspend or Cy-Kick as a perimeter spray to stop spiders and ants from entering the home? I'd like to use Bifenthrin in my yard to kill mosquitoes and am wondering if I can use Bifenthrin for both my yard and perimeter spray.
    A
    Bifen IT or Talstar P (both bifenthrin productst that work well like Cy-Kick and Suspend SC) would be a great choice to apply on the exterior of the structure and/or the interior of the structure for insect control including ants, spiders and mosquitos.
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    3 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jim from Chelmsford, Ma
    05/21/2014
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    How to create back yard barrier for: Mosquitoes, Gnats, Ticks
    I am moving away from professional mosquito control due to cost and effectiveness. I would like to know the best solution for me to DIY to create barrier of Mosquitoes, gnats and ticks without harming animals or family
    A
    The Bifen It would be a great option for control of mosquitoes, gnats, ticks and hundreds of other insects around the home. We highly recommend if you want the most control out of this pest populated area, mix Pivot IGR with your first spray of Bifen IT. The Pivot is birth control for the bugs in the area and will make a huge dent in knocking back the activity. By stopping the insects reproduction, you get a much better grip on the problem than just killing the ones that land on a surface treated with an insecticide. You will typically mix 1 ounce of Bifen IT and 4-8 ml of Pivot IGR per gallon of water. Focus on the areas that are most dense in foliage and tend to stay the most moist and shaded. Spray the undersides of leaves of bushes and trees as these are prime breeding areas for the mosquitoes, ticks and other pests. The Bifen will last roughly 30 days outdoors and the Pivot should last up to 5 months. If you feel the Pivot is needed again before the 5 month period you are welcome to spray it again with the Bifen. Both products are completely safe for pets and humans when used according to the label and when kept out of the area until the products have dried.
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    19 of 19 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kathrin from San Antonio, Tx
    05/23/2014
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    How do I get rid of Springtails that I'm seeing in the toilet?
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    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

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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joyce
    05/26/2014
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    How to get rid of small red bugs on outside window sill called clover mites?
    they are not on the inside yet.
    A
    Bifen IT would work very well on those clover mites on the window sill. You would mix 1 oz of Bifen IT per 1 gallon of water and spray along the outside perimeter, spraying 2 feet up the side of the house and out 2 feet on the ground. Make sure to spray windoow frames, door frames, cracks, crevices, and where pipes go into the home. You can also perform an indoor application along baseboards, win dow frames, door frames, and other pest hiding spots.
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    22 of 27 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Andi from Torrance, California
    05/27/2014
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    How to control wasps when nest is not on our property
    The wasps fly around our back yard and infest our grass, but after searching everywhere we don't think the nest is on our property. What is the best product to spray on our grass and foliage to kill and deter them? We also have pets and kids who like to play in this area.
    A
    Bifen IT is safely used in thousands of homes across the country everyday. Bifen IT is safe for use around pets when used according to the label. You should always keep children and pets away from the away while you are treating, and then once the treatment is dry it is perfectly safe to allow pets to re-enter the area. To control wasp and other flying insects around buildings, landscapes, and lawns, dilute 0.33 to 1.0 fl. oz. per gallon of water and use one gallon of dilution per 1000 square feet as a general spray. Bifen IT can be mixed at lower concentrations and applied at higher volumes to ensure application of the proper amount of product to a given area. 
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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kevin from Houston Tx
    05/28/2014
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    What is a general insecticide I can spray that is pet friendly inside and out of house?
    spiders water bugs all types of little bugs im in Houston they get in from leaving door open windows I don't know
    A
    Bifen IT insecticide is comparable to the very popular Talstar, but is much less expensive. Bifen IT provides excellent control of over 75 insect pests, leaves a long-lasting residual for up to 3 months indoors and one moth outdoors, is odorless, non-staining, dries clear and is safe around children and pets when used as directed.  Bifen IT and the other bifenthrin products can be used both indoors and outdoors, on lawns and ornamentals, and even in the kitchen. Be sure to keep pets out of the treated area until it has a chance to fully dry. Once completely dry, Bifen IT is completely safe for your pets.
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    148 of 157 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by William from Chesterland Oh
    05/29/2014
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    What product would you recommend for ants spiders and stink bugs
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    Bifen IT would be a great product for all the pest you listed. You would mix 1oz Bifen to 1 gallon water.
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    15 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by David from Spokane, Washington
    05/29/2014
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    What is the best and most affordable all around insecticide and pesticide for the widest variety of insects
    I'm building a new home and I want to treat everything inside and out. I have birds, so if I have to get something different for the inside, then that's fine. I want something powerful for the outside. I live about a mile from a large lake, and on the west side of Spokane, Washington. I have lots of woods on this country property. I would like to know what's the best, for the pests in this area. I would also like options of natural and man made products, and knowing which ones work the best. Please let me know, so I can get started. Thank You.
    A
    Bifen IT is one of our best all around products for indoor outdoor pest control.
    Bifen IT is considered a general use insecticide and is labeled for outside and inside use. It is odorless, and very safe to use around children or pets. The general rule is that while spraying you keep children or pets in another room or outside to play. After about one hour, it should be dry and it is perfectly safe to allow kids and/or pets back in the room. This product is only strong enough to kill tiny insects, and would have no effect on animals like rabbits, etc.
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  • Asked by Russell from Middleburg Florida
    05/29/2014
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    What do I need to rid my home of ants and spiders?
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    We would recommend our Complete Ant Kit because it fills the dietary needs of most species of household ants providing effective ant control indoors and out and Bifen IT as a general insecticide spray that is tough on ants and spiders. Be sure to keep bait and spray completely separate to prevent contaminating the bait. Place the bait stations along ant trails and close to ant activity and spray along baseboards window frames, door frames, corners of the rooms, and around the perimeter of your home spraying 2 feet up the side and spraying 2 feet out on the ground all the way around your home. 
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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mark from Bluffton, Sc
    05/31/2014
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    will Bifen get rid of spittlebugs (cercopoidea)
    There all over my centepede lawn.
    A
    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for and will eradicate Spittlebugs. The Bifen IT product label recommends 0.25 - 0.5 oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water.
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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
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