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  • Asked by Chris from Gates, Nc
    01/26/2012
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    What is a good pesticide for the perimeter of my house?
    I live in north east North Carolina and I am looking for a good concentrate that I can mix and spray around the outside and inside the crawl space of my house.
    A
    Our most popular general use product is called Talstar.  It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets.  It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer.  It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments.  It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests.
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  • Asked by Barry from Strongsville, Oh
    05/04/2012
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    Can I use Talstar on evergreens or other trees as an insecticide?
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    Yes.  Talstar is labeled for lawn and ornamentals and can be applied to any tree, bush, or shrub that is not a fruit or nut bearing tree.  It is commonly used to kill and prevent bagworms and other tree infesting insects.
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  • Asked by Dj
    09/23/2009
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    How effective is Talstar on scorpions?
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    Talstar P is our most popular general use insecticide and the most widely used by professional pest control companies.  It can be used indoors as well as outside, and it is odorless and very safe to use when children and pets are present.  The key to scorpion control is a very thorough outside treatment around the foundation of your home.  For scorpions, you should treat around the exterior of your home every 30 days in the spring and summer when scorpions are most active.

    Scorpion Control

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  • Asked by Waynie
    11/18/2010
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    Will Talstar kill mice?
    I realized later that there might be a mouse in my house. Can Talstar poison the mouse? I've laid several traps with lots of peanut butter, and I have not yet been able to catch the mouse.
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    Talstar P will do a great job killing insects, but it will have no effect on a mouse. It is important when setting/placing traps for mice to put the traps directly into the travel paths that mice use. If the mice are not accepting peanut butter as a bait, you will need to try something else. Cotton balls with a drop of vanilla wedged onto the bait pedal, bits of string tied to the bait pedal or other items that you have noticed that they are already eating such as pet food or bits of bread work well too.
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  • Asked by Ryan
    06/07/2011
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    My lawn was sprayed with Talstar P. Is it safe for my children to play on even if it gets wet again?
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    Yes. Talstar P, once dry, will not reconstitute and as long as the product was applied according to the product label there should be no issues.
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  • Asked by Jim from Port Charlotte Florida
    12/22/2011
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    Does Talstar kill brown recluse spiders?
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    Talstar will kill spiders.  However, it is not a contact kill product....it is made more for longevity and having a long residual.  It will work much faster when a spider is present when you are spraying and you spray directly on the spider.  It will still not die immediately, but rather quickly. Once the spray dries, if a spider walks over it at a later time, it will pick up the dried Talstar on its body, but it will take much longer to kill it.  It can take hours to a day or so for it to finally kill the spider, depending on the size of the spider.  Most all residual insecticides will work this way.
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  • Asked by Josh from Drumore, Pa
    08/01/2012
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    Will Talstar P kill Cicada Killers? If so, What is the recommended way of applying the product?
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    Talstar P will kill Cicada Killer that come into contact with treated areas for a sufficient amount of time to receive a lethal dose. You will need to dilute 1 fl oz of Talstar P per gallon of water and broadcast spray over the areas where you have noticed activity. Most folks notice only very limited results from broadcast sprays of insecticides for cicada killers because they don't land and walk around for a long enough time before entering their underground burrow. Please read below for the most effective treatment method:

    Cicada Killer wasps thrive in disturbed environments, such as landscaped yards and places where bare soil is exposed. You can discourage the wasps from nesting in your yard by cutting your grass on the highest setting and by adding a thick layer of mulch to flower beds during the Cicada Killer Wasp season. These wasps do not like over saturated lawns either, so over watering during their season will help prevent them. Unfortunately, there is no fool proof way to prevent cicada killer wasps.For prevention you can try to use a granular insecticide such as Talstar PL  Granules in the couple of weeks before this pest is known to emerge. For current infestations, you would need to use Delta dust in each individual burrow.


    We also like to let our customers know that the Cicada Killer wasps are beneficial insects that provide free pest control for a couple months each year. Cicada killer wasps paralyze and provision their burrows with other insects to feed their young.  The beneficial Cicada killer wasps, while large and intimidating to see, are mostly harmless and there have been very few reports of anyone getting stung by just being near them. In most cases where a sting was reported, the wasps were being held or molested in some way. Cicada Killer Wasp stings are also reported to be almost painless.

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  • Asked by Elaine from Arnold, Mo
    08/25/2013
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    How much area does Talstar cover?
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    Talstar is applied 1 fl oz per gallon of water and the mixture will treat a 1,000 sq ft area. Talstar comes in a pint(16oz), quart(32oz), 3/4 gallon(96oz) and gallon (128oz).
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  • Asked by Brad from Dallas, Ga
    04/26/2014
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    How many OZ. per gal. of talstar P should i use for mosquito control out of a backpack mister (sr450)?
    on setting 2 on my sr450 the output is about 1 liter per minute (mabee a tad more) This is to treat all shrubbery / landscape areas for mosquitos around my home.
    A
    You can use 0.5 oz up to 1 oz per gallon of Talstar P (Talstar One) per gallon of water for mosquito control.
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  • Asked by Irene from York, South Carolina
    05/05/2014
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    Lizards under vinyl siding on home, what can we do keep them out of there?
    We have a modular home and the lizards crawl between the siding slats on the house.
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    We can't sale anything to kill lizards. We can recommend to treat the bugs they are preying on. Talstar P will kill the insects they are preying on and thus the lizards should go elsewhere for food.
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  • Asked by Monica from Los Angeles, Ca
    06/05/2014
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    My house has a bird mites infestation. What kind of pesticide or miticide should I use?
    I read on a website that Talstar works well. Is this true? I desperately need an answer and would like to place an order as soon as possible. Thank you.
    A
    Talstar P is not labeled to treat for bird mites so we cannot recommend it for this use. 
    Below is our best advice regarding bird mites:
    It is important to be absolutely sure you are actually dealing with mites. Have the suspected bird mite identified by a reputable source, such as your local cooperative extension office or a reputable pest control operator. Treatments will vary for different pests. Treatment for say bedbugs is much different than the treatment for bird mites.  Removal of the infested nest or bird and a thorough cleanup is necessary. For treatment in the home, we recommend you frequently vacuum all carpet and upholstery and dispose of the bag or vacuum contents in a sealed bag outdoors. Spray Sterifab on couches, chairs and other upholstered furniture where you may spend time resting. Use MotherEarth Dust in all cracks and crevices around the perimeter of the room. Apply a thin coat of MotherEarth dust to rugs and carpets. Rake (not sweep) nap back and forth, causing dust to enter rug or carpet. Let product sit overnight. Repeat application as necessary and vacuum every 3 - 4 days for effective control. MotherEarth Dust does not have a fast knockdown, it can take several days for insects to die after they contact the dust. Onslaught can be used for a faster knockdown. Thoroughly apply as a fine particle broadcast spray using a hand pump sprayer to infested rugs and carpets and other cracks and crevices around the perimeter of each room. Put all clothes through the dryer on high heat to help kill mites and their eggs.We have had many customers use the above recommendations with great success. Most customers report that it can take several months to get rid of all of the mites. Finding and removing the source of the infestation is very important and is the key to getting rid of the mites for good.
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  • Asked by T from Buchanan Mi
    09/21/2017
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    What kind of mask should I use when spraying Talstar P
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    According to the Talstar P product label "all pesticide handlers must wear a respiratory protection device when working in a non-ventilated space." Respiratory devices are not required for well ventilated spaces or outdoor applications. The Talstar P product label also says "all applicators should wear longsleeved shirt and long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves."

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  • Asked by Jim from Darien, Georgia
    04/16/2015
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    What kills sand gnats and what kills Yellow flies or deer flies?
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    We would recommend choosing a product that is specifically labeled for gnats or midges such as Talstar P or Onslaught. Both of these products are labeled for biting gnats and midges and can be sprayed over the lawn. Flying insects are hard to control because they do not readily come into contact with the areas where you have sprayed the insecticide, so it important to spray areas where the tiny flies actually land or hang out. These products will also kill yellow flies or deer flies.
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  • Asked by Robert from Ona,wv
    08/16/2016
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    Will Talstar P harm carpet or hardwood floors?
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    Talstar P should not cause any harm or staining to flooring or other surfaces. It should only be applied to cracks and crevices indoors and not on the open floor space.

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  • Asked by Eric from Columbus
    06/13/2016
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    How long should I wait to mow my grass after I have sprayed Talstar P?
    I finished spraying my 4 acres yesterday and was wondering how soon I could mow the grass?
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    Per the Talstar Label, to ensure optimum control, delay watering (irrigation) or mowing for 24 hours after application. If the grass area is being maintained at a mowing height of greater than 1 inch, then higher application rates (Up to 1 fluid oz. per 1000 square feet) may be required during periods of high pest pressure.

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  • Asked by Craig from Austin, Tx
    04/22/2016
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    Can Talstar be used outdoors without killing butterflies, chameleons, lizards, bees?
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    Talstar will not harm chameleons or lizards, but it will kill the insects in the area they feed on so you may notice a decline in the number you see around as their food sources will be more scarce. Butterflies and bees are insects and will be affected by an insecticide like Talstar and any other product the same way the target pests like ants and spiders would be. The best way to reduce the chance of the Talstar affecting the bees, butterflies and beneficial insects is to spray later in the day when they are not active and are back in their homes/nests, and try to avoid blooms of flowers and plants they would be using for pollenation. Most structural insects you would be targeting are not going to be landing in the same places they would be so it helps keep you from doing as much damage. 

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  • Asked by Matthew from Slidell, La
    02/28/2016
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    Can Talstar P be used to treat soil in preparation for vegetable garden?
    The soil that I have is infested with fire ants and I am putting it in a raised garden. How long do I have to wait until I can plant my vegetables?
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    Talstar P is not labeled to be used around anything edible. It can stay in the soil for up to 5-7 years so any treated soil would not be able to be used.  For treating fire ant mounds in a garden you could use Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer which is labeled for use on selected agricultural crops and food bearing plants.

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  • Asked by Nancy from Lexington, Sc
    05/09/2018
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    Will Talstar P (Talstar One) kill aphids on plants?
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    Yes, Talstar P (Talstar One) is labeled for aphids and can safely be applied to plants. Y

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  • Asked by Carol
    03/10/2011
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    How do I get rid of red and black bugs?
    We have a few raintrees in our backyard. The past few years, we have had a huge infestation of red and black bugs. They seem to attach themselves to the seeds that come off the trees. We live in Florida. I have been told they are boxelder bugs or red shouldered bugs but I can't tell. Do you sell anything that will kill this type of bug?
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    If you are indeed dealing with boxelder bugs, and what you have described does sound like boxelder bugs, then a product called Talstar P will do a great job for you. Talstar P can be sprayed directly on the plant foliage and it can be used on and in the house. We do recommend that you look up a few pictures of boxelder bugs online just to be sure they match the insect that you have spotted at your home.

    Boxelder Bug Control Article

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  • Asked by Dawn
    06/09/2010
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    How often to use Bifenthrin for ant control around my home?
    I'd like to do my own pest control, I have been paying a pest control company and would like to save money. I understand Bifenthrin is good for ant control. How often would I need to spray the perimeter of my house to establish good control over the ants getting into my house? Is there any reason I cannot do this myself?
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    Of course you can do your own pest control!  We have sold product to hundreds of thousands of people who want to save money and treat their pest problems themselves.  Bifenthrin is an excellend active ingredient that is not only good for ants, but just about any insect problem you may have.  Typically you would treat around the home every 2 to 3 months depending on climate and part of the country you live in.  Our most popular product containing bifenthrin is Talstar One. 
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