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  • Asked by Leslie from Los Angeles
    10/08/2015
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    Are Nuvan Prostrips harmful?
    I put my laptop in a bin and sealed it then i put it in two bags with the strips. We don't have a lot of space so I left it outside in the living room. Will it harm us and my pets?
    A

    As long as the Nuvan ProStrips are sealed in a bag and not just sitting out in open living space, they are safe.

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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Leslie from Los Angeles
    10/07/2015
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    Do the Nuvan Strips work well for bedbugs on electronics and shoes/clothing?
    We have an infestation of bed bugs in my apartment. My laptop got infested; I put it inside a bin with a Nuvan strip. Will shoes get damaged if I do the same?
    A

    Nuvan ProStrips do work well to kill any insects including bedbugs within electronics or items you can't put in a dryer or treat with chemicals like shoes, books, etc. You would need to put the strip in with the item and leave it in an air tight container completely sealed for 2-4 weeks to kill anything within it. It will not harm anything you have in the container but the manufacturer does suggest if you have any leather clothing to keep the strip off the fabric directly and to lay it on something else within the container.

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    27 of 29 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michaela from Michigan
    09/20/2015
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    I placed NuVan ProStrips in a closet. The closet is duck tapped shut, and has not been opened and will not be opened for another week. The closet has 2 tvs a dresser and a few other items. Will this work effectively?
    A

    NuVan ProStrips do work in confined areas like small closets. You can leave them in there for 2 weeks to four months for the listed pests. Please let us know if you need anything else.

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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jada from Marshfield, Ma
    09/16/2015
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    Does Nuvan work on house or black flies?
    I operate a small cafe and these were recommended to me by another restaurant owner. Do they work in repelling house or black flies?
    A

    As Nuvan ProStripes are labeled to be treated for flies we do not recommend using in food handling areas such as kitchens, or in large open spaces where people make occupy for an extended amount of time. Nuvan ProStrips are most effective in confined spaces. 

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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kristi from Chicago, Il
    09/14/2015
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    Why do items sometimes require a longer treatment time with Nuvan ProStrips?
    I see answers here recommending 1-2 weeks of treatment, and others that recommend 3-4 weeks. Can you help me understand which cases require the longer treatments?
    A

    When treating for bed bugs on items with the Nuvan ProStrips the standard treatment time is 2 weeks minimum per the manufacturer but the product label gives information about it lasting 4 months for other pests. If it is a severe infestation some customers feel more comfortable leaving items sealed for longer

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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Peter from New York, Ny
    08/05/2015
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    How effective are Nuvan ProStrips with books?
    How tightly packed can the books be? Do the vapors penetrate pages?
    A

    You can place books in large trash bags or rubber tubs that have a top with Nuvan Prostrips. Nuvan Prostrips utilize controlled release technology to slowly diffuse a deep penetrating vapor in enclosed spaces. The clean, odorless vapor is evenly distributed throughout the enclosed treatment area, killing visible and hidden insects on contact and preventing new insect infestations. The books do not need to be tightly packed in the bins/trash bags. No, the vapors will not penetrate pages. 

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    10 of 16 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Eric from Mansfield, Ohio
    07/14/2015
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    Can Nuvan Prostrips be re-used ?
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    Nuvan Prostrips are only effective for up to 4 months. Once that time period has passed, they will no longer be as effective as they were when they were first opened. We recommend changing them out every 4 months to make sure you are getting maximum performance out of the product. Please read the product label for further information.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Milana from Brooklyn , Ny
    06/23/2015
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    How do the Nuvan ProStrips penetrate between book pages?
    A
    We would recommend that you call and speak with the manufacturer, AMVAC at 888-462-6822 to help answer your question.
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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Valerie from Mcconnelsville, Ohio
    05/30/2015
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    Can you use the Nuvan ProStrips in cars?
    A
    Nuvan ProStrips are labeled for use in vehicles, and as long as you follow the Nuvan product label they should work very well for your use.
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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Valerie from Mcconnelsville Ohio
    05/30/2015
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    Can you place the Nuvan ProStrips in a 10 x 10 storage locker? How long would they need to be in there? And how many do you suggest?
    A
    Nuvan Prostrips can be applied in a storage area and each strip will treat up to 100-200 cubic feet. They can be used for about 2 weeks to 4 months depending on the targeted insect.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Stuck from St. Paul, Mn
    05/25/2015
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    So I misread label directions and used Nuvan Strips in my init.
    I've vacated it for 72 hours. I've got box fans rented to air it out.. 9 65 gram strips in 1025 square feet plus some of the smaller ones for closets. all the windows and doors are on one side Other than the door to the common hallway which I don't want to open much How long do I need to air out my unit before I can sleep there? Will 8 hours be enough?
    A
    With Nuvan Pro Strips, you need to make sure that the "bad" air is leaving out of the room and there is clean air coming in. For example, if there are two windows in the room, place a fan in one window so the air that has the Nuvan Pro Strips vapor in it, flows out. Also, open the second window so that clean in can come in. There will be areas of the room where there is "dead" air so make sure to put another fan inside the room in the opposite corner so that air circulates. It really depends on how large the room is about how long you should stay out of it. For more information on the Nuvan strips you should contact the manufacturer directly at 888-462-6822.
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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Leann from Yuma, Az
    04/12/2015
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    How do I get bed bugs out of my laptop and other electronics?
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    You can also place laptops and other electronics in large trash bags or rubber tubs that have a top with the Nuvan Prostrips to treat these items.  They will need to be in place for about 2 weeks to ensure all the bed bugs are dead that could be infesting the items.. It is best to make sure things are loosely packed into the areas to insure that the vapors can adequately circulate through the items that need to be treated.
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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Drew from Phoenix,az
    03/14/2015
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    How does Nuvan ProStrips work to kill roach eggs?
    I want to ensure I don't carry roach or bedbug eggs that may be in my electronics during my move. how long will I have to keep items bagged in order to kill both bedbugs and cockroach eggs?
    A
    Nuvan ProStrips will kill bedbugs, bedbug eggs, and roaches, but it is not labeled to kill roach eggs. We recommend keeping items sealed in a bag for a minumum of two weeks in order to kill roaches, bedbugs, and bedbug eggs.
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    4 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Maria from Lynn, Mass
    02/23/2015
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    Can you put the Nuvan Prostrips in a bedroom and still sleep in it?
    A
    Nuvan Prostrips should only be used to treat items in small confined areas such as storage boxes, closets, cupboards or sealed bags. Do not use Nuvan Prostrips in open areas such as bedrooms or other living spaces. Please take a few minutes to read through the Nuvan Prostrips product label.
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    24 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Liz
    02/13/2015
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    What could I have done wrong?
    I believe bed bugs were brought into my apt from a new couch. Despite my attempts to treat the couch I gave in and decided I needed to encase it w strips. I used 4 Warps bags for the cushions, body and ottoman. I thoroughly made sure there were no holes in the bags and i twisted tied and duct taped the opening. I let the bags sit for three weeks. Before opening I vacuumed and sprayed bedlam in the area so no bugs would jump on. I swear after I reassembled the couch it was like bed bugs gone wild - as if the strips had angered them instead of kill them. Eaten alive by bites while watching a movie. i am so heartbroken with disappointment. How could this have happened?
    A
    According to the Nuvan Prostrips label, they are not labeled to be used in the manner they were used. These are commonly used in areas where individuals are not generally present. We are unable to give advice if the product is being used incorrectly. Using Bedlam Insecticide is your best option for the couch. You will spray the tufts, folds, seams and the places where bed bugs reside. You will do this every 10-14 days until you do not see activity for 30 days. This is not an instant process and will likely take longer than 3 weeks to eradicate the bugs. The pillows inside of a bag with the Nuvan Prostrips is fine. You will likely need to leave them in longer than 3 weeks though.
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    1 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Maggie from New York, Ny
    02/11/2015
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    How long should a Nuvan treated sleeper sofa remain wrapped for bed bugs?
    My exterminator placed 2 nuvan strips in my sleeper sofa and wrapped the sofa in a plastic wrap which I assume is air-tight as he said it would be. How long should the sofa remain wrapped to ensure all the bed bugs have been killed?
    A
    You want to leave the Nuvan Strip with the sleeper sofa sealed up for at least 1-2 weeks.
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    45 of 50 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nancy from Rapid City Sd
    01/29/2015
    Q
    how many Nuvan strips needed for a storage unit 10x10x10 ???
    A
    Each 16 g Nuvan ProStrip treats about 100 to 200 cubic feet of space for 4 months. Only use one strip per 100-200 cubic foot of enclosed area. So you would need at least 5 or max 10.
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    3 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Angie from Fort Collins, Colorado
    12/31/2014
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    will nuvan prostrips work in extreme cold?
    I have used books stored in bags in the storage shed with nuvan prostrips to kill anything that may be in/on them. The temperature is -15 with -31 wind chill. Will the strips still work in the cold?
    A
    The Nuvan Pro Strips labeled does not state any warnings on using this product in extreme cold or hot temperatures, so therefore we recommend contacting Amvac directly at 1-323-264-3910 for clarification with your specific situation.
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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jo from Salt Lake City, Ut
    09/24/2014
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    I've had a persistent pantry moth problem that appears to have moved out of the pantry and into other rooms.
    Can I leave Nuvan strips throughout my condo for two weeks while I'm out of town? I have had the condo sprayed, bombed, traps set up for over a year and can't seem to get this problem resolved. I also don't live here full time. So it seems I make a little headway on it; leave and they return full force. I was thinking of leavingthe Nuvan strips out for two weeks with the place closed up to help with the problem. I also have pheromone traps in each room to help trap the moths. I have no idea where the food source is at this time. It could be in the walls, the vents, etc. The two exterminators I've used don't seem to want to follow up on this. Help!!
    A
    We cannot recommend to apply Nuvan strips in an open area like the whole condo. There are too many areas the vapors could escape. Now if you wanted to seal up a closet and use them that would work great! Please review our Pantry Moth control page.  We recommend the Pantry Pest kit. We would recommend to add Cykick CS. Cy-Kick Residual Aerosol with a crevice tool (straw) for spraying in cracks and crevices around shelves and walls to kill pantry pest larvae and harborage areas. All contaminated food should be removed prior to treatment. Use products as directed on their corresponding labels. Be sure that you are discarding of any food that may be left for the extended time you are away. The bombs do not work as well, because they only kill what comes in contact with it. The Cy kick will help to treat them in the larvae and pupae states hidden in cracks and crevices.
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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John
    09/15/2014
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    Are the Nuvan strips sold individually? I only see the 12 pack which I don't need that many.
    A
    No, Nuvan Prostrips are only sold in packs of 12. There is a shelf life of one year if they are stored properly. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
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