While most insecticide concentrates need to be used within 24 hours of diluting, Alpine WSG solution can be used much longer. As long as the solution was agitated enough to mix completely, then you can use the solution for 10-14 days after diluting it.
Yes, you can use Alpine WSG in a home with children as long as children are out of the treatment area until the application is dry. Alpine WSG (water soluble granule) is a non-pyrethroid, non-repellent broad spectrum insecticide that uses the active ingredient Dinotefuran. Dinotefuran has been granted Reduced Risk status for public health use by the EPA. Alpine WSG can be used in attics and eaves; on exterior hard surfaces like sidewalks, driveways, patios and porches; on full exterior sides of buildings; indoors as a broadcast interior treatment on carpets, rugs, floors, upholstered furniture, pet beds and resting areas; and off structure as a broadcast application for fleas and ants. The diluted mixture of Alpine WSG is odorless, non-staining, and does not settle once mixed.
Alpine WSG will kill Bed Bugs that come in contact with the direct spray or with the treated area for 30-60 days. Please keep in mind it really takes more than one product to treat for Bed Bugs. Please be sure to checkout our Bed Bug Guide where you will find the most effective products for bed bug control including Bed Bug Kits.
We recommend to keep children and pets our of the Alpine WSG treated area until dried. This can take 1-2 hours.
Alpine WSG can be applied to bed frames and box springs but not mattresses. Please refer to the product label for detailed application instructions.
Alpine WSG would do a fantastic job to treat for spiders. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Spiders for more information on treating this pest.
Yes, Alpine WSG is labeled for roaches and can be applied to interior cracks and crevices including baseboards. For more information on treating roaches, please review our article on How to Get Rid of Roaches for more helpful tips.
It is possible that insects can become resistant to Alpine WSG if it is used repeatedly for a long period of time. We recommend rotating between insecticides at least once a year to prevent resistance issues.
Nyguard IGR can be added to Alpine WSG with no negative side effects.