Yes, the vapors from the Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser are toxic. We would recommend calling the SDS number directly for any additional questions: 319-377-8921.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser cannot be used indoors for any reason. These are only for use in burrows outdoors, not near, under, or in any structures. If you would like to tell us about what pest you are treating, then we would be happy to make a more appropriate recommendation for you.
No, Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gassers should NOT be used indoors, under or close to the exterior of your home. They must be ignited and could potentially cause a fire. After ignition, the cartridge produces toxic gases such as oxides of sulfur and carbon monoxide. Fumes from the ignited cartridge may be harmful if inhaled.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser cannot be used to treat pests in rock walls, it can only be used for burrows in the ground where you can close the opening and it cannot escape.
While Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gassers could potentially kill chimpunks, it is not approved or labeled for this use, so we cannot make this recommendation. The most common chipmunk treatment is trapping. You can browse our Chipmunk Control products here.
The Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser will not affect insects and cannot be used inside a building at all. It can be used in active burrows outside only. Please take a few moments to review our treament article on How to Get Rid of Spiders for more pro tips and helpful information.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser should only be used in active burrows as directed away from the well and house.
When you place the Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser in the tunnel, you then need to cover up any holes with dirt so that the smoke does not escape from that tunnel. It should not ignite anything above ground if applied per the instructions.
You should contact the number listed on the Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser package for poison control or contact your physician and have the label with you when you call. You should also open your windows and doors to air out the area.
The Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gassers are only designed to be used in a hole/tunnel in the ground where it can be covered and let the gas it releases build up to suffocate the animals to death. We do not recommend using them underneath a shed or any other structure since this is a fire risk and would be an off-label use. In this type of area, you may use a rodenticide inside of a tamper resistant bait station instead.
Yes, after the Giant Destroyer gas dissipates, it is very possible that unaffected rats may reenter the same burrows. They will be able to sense the pheromones of other rats that were previously there.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bombs are not for use under structures at all and we cannot recommend you use that method as it poses a large fire hazard risk, which is why the manufacturer states to not do so.
The Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser does not produce sparks however the minium burn time after lighting the fuse is 5 seconds. You will insert the gasser into the burrow (fuse-end first) and immediately cover with dirt. As long as the burrow opening is not under the deck or covered completely by the deck, this should be fine. The product label states, Do not use under buildings, homes, porches or any structure due to possible fire hazard.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bombs do not leave any residual in the treatment area or in animals that have been affected by it. Thus, there is no risk of secondary poisoning when using gassers or smoke bombs in burrows as directed.
Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser is only for use in ground burrows, it cannot be used out in the open in a make shift kill tent/trap and we cannot advise on this as it would be unsafe.
Giant Destroyers can be dangerous when they are not used according to the product label and can cause a dog distress if eaten. We suggest consulting with your Vet for advice and treatment. Please have the product label and SDS Sheet available for information your Vet may need.
No, this would not have any indirect side affects to wildlife or pets above ground when the gassres are difused.
If the smoke from the Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gassers did not enter the basement/inside the home and you are just smelling the remaining odor, there should be no need for concern however we would recommend contacting the manufacturer Atlas Chemical Company directly for confirmation. They do state on the product label to avoid breathing cartridge smoke and NOT to use inside builiding or in any area where smoke could enter the building.
Atlast Chemical can be reached at (319) 377-8921 or through their website's contact page here.
We do not recommend using Giant Destroyer Smoke Bomb/Gasser in burrows close to a gas line. In this case, we recommend using Talpirid Mole Bait or a Mole Repellent instead to treat for active moles.
Treating the lawn for turf eating insects such as White Grubs which are their main food source would also be suggested. By removing their food source, this will cause them to seek elsewhere for a food source. View our Grub Treatment Guide for more information.
