The grass and plants do not have to be watered down prior to applying the D-Fense SC solution for most applications. Depending on the insect you are treating for some you should irrigate before treatment and some you shouldnt. If it's a lawn infesting pest like mole crickets or chinch bugs, it helps get the product to the level of the insects in the lawn by irrigating first to pull them closer to the surface. Irrigating after spraying will only wash the product away. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
No, it is not necessary to mix two products, such as D-Fense SC and Transport Mikron together when spraying. Mixing two products together has the potential to build up a resistant to them more quickly. These products can be used in a rotation with each other. If you are wanting to use a product to enhance the effectiveness of your products, we would recommend using Exciter. This is a synergist that provides a knockdown and Transport Mikron or D-Fense SC will provide the residual effects.
Both D-Fense SC and Demand CS are labeled for scorpions. Generally speaking, scorpions are drawn to dry areas, and their main sources of food are usually small insects such as crickets and spiders. Keeping your home free of these insects will make it much less likely that scorpions will be a problem, so general pest control is always advisable. If they do get into your home, they are usually found in secluded dry areas such as closets and garages. They have also been known to hide in piles of clothes, particularly ones that have not been moved recently. Eliminating these hiding spaces will go a long way in making your other control efforts more effective.
The D-Fense SC has two pour spouts because one is for measuring. You squeeze the bottom of the bottle and the product will go up the straw on the side and into the measuring cup to be mixed. Then you just need to use the cap on the small reservoir side to dispense the product. The cap on the other side is more for professionals who are mixing larger tanks of product to do many treatments or high-volume treatments. For general maintanance, you will use 0.25 fl. oz. of D-Fense SC per gallon of water. This can be sprayed every 21 days. Be sure to remove any children and pets from the area you are treating until the product has had time to dry.
D-Fense SC can break down easier in direct sunlight than micro-encapsulated or polymer-coated insecticides like Suspend Polyzone. D-Fense SC has an outdoor residual of 30 days where Suspend Polyzone can last up to 90 days outdoors.
1 gallon of mixed solution of D-Fense SC will contain 0.037% of the A.I. Deltamethrin. The mix rate for the product is 0.25 - 0.75 oz. per gallon of water.
Centipedes, like most insects, are attracted light, moisture, plants they can feed on, etc. D-Fense SC would be a good option for you.
D-Fense SC should be diluted with water (0.25-01.5 fl oz per gallon of water) in a hand pump sprayer, backpack sprayer or hose end sprayer for application as directed on the product label depending on the targeted pests.
D-Fense SC should be used within 24 hours of mixing. Nyguard IGR can be mixed with this product. We would not recommend using the mixed solution after 24 hours. We would recommend mixing up another batch to get the best results possible.
Yes D-Fense is labeled for bees and wasps. Be sure to follow the application instructions on the product label.
While D-Fense SC is labeled for bed bugs, bed bug control has much better success if you use a variety of products. We would suggest using one of our Bed Bug Kits to ensure that you have everything you need for a complete treatment. How long it takes to get rid of bed bugs will depend on the level of infestation you are dealing with. It is recommended that you treat every 7-10 days until you have gone a full 30 days with no new bites or signs of bed bug activity. You may want to look over our Bed Bug Control Guide for more information on treating and preventing this pest.
Unfortunately the D-Fense SC? should be used within 24 hours of mixing. Any insecticide concentrate you use including D-Fense SC you will only want to mix up how much product you plan to use at a time.
D-Fense SC is an insecticide that will kill adult beetles. You can add an Insect Growth Regulator that is labeled for Dermestid beetles such as Gentrol IGR Concentrate to your D-Fense SC solution to help control the immature stages of these and other listed insects. Be sure you are removing any infested items and cleaning the area thoroughly before applying insecticides.
D-Fense SC and Suspend SC contain the exact same active ingredient. Therefore they are the same product. We suggest alternating your chemical every few years to prevent resistance buildup which could be happening in your case. The each only kill the insects that contact a treated area as well. We would recommend reviewing our ant guide here to help eliminate them more effectively.
D-Fence SC states on the label you can use up to 1.5 oz per gallon when treating a severe pest infestation or when longer residual is desired. Please refer to label for application details.
D-Fense SC is not required to be mixed with a surfactant. If you wish you use one, any non ionic could be used.
D-Fense SC is only labeled to control spider mites inside. Bifen IT would be a better option. You can spray around the perimeter of the deck as well as the edges and all plants/grass around the area.
D-Fense SC has only been tested and approved for crack and crevice applications inside. It would not be safe to apply as a broadcast to carpets where it would come into prolonged skin contact. For inside treatments of active flea infestations, Onlsaught would be a better option. Please take a moment to look over our Flea Control Guide for more treatment tips and information.
D-FENSE SC may be mixed with latex coatings and oilbased coatings such as stains, varnishes and sealers for use to kill crawling and flying insects when exposed to treated surfaces. Please see our Carpenter Bee Treatment article for more information about treating for this pest.
D-Fense SC is safe if used as directed. We do not recommend applying within 25 ft of a pond as it is toxic to aquatic life. It is safe to apply and allow to fully dry prior to the rentry of anyone including children and pets. Only the applicator should be present during the treatment. It should be applied 15 ft away from edible trees and gardens.
