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  • Asked by Jason from Wisconsin
    06/08/2014
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    What is the best concentrate to rid mosquitoes, will use an ATV sprayer.
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    Bifen IT would be a great choice for mosquitoes.  The most important thing to remember when treating for mosquitoes is that they hang out on the underside of leaves and shrubs.  You should treat all shrubs, bushes and trees around the outside patio or wherever you hang out at around the house.  You should also treat the tree line in your yard near the forest if one exists.  Remember to not only treat the main bush or shrub but also the underside of the leaves.
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  • Asked by Edward from Raleigh, Nc
    09/29/2013
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    How much of Bifen IT and how often can I spray? I've all ready sprayed once, 1.5 oz per 2 gal. How often can I spray - until I no longer see the bill bugs?
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    Bifen IT can be applied 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft monthly outside the home and every 3 months inside the cracks and crevices.
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  • Asked by James from Barnwell , S.c.
    09/22/2014
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    Will Bifen IT kill bed bugs?
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    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for bed bugs. You will use 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water.

    We would also recommend using an IGR (insect growth regulator), such as Gentrol. You will use this every two weeks until you do not see any activity for 30 days. This will stop the bed bugs from reproducing. You will use 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water.

    Please let us know if you have any additional questions.

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  • Asked by Bill from Port Charlotte, Fl
    10/31/2014
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    How to control Noseeums?
    I live on a canal in FL that has a ton of noseeums...what is the best method to control them in my yard?
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    Bifen IT is a very popular product to apply outdoors to a yard for noseeums.  We also have a great article for them here.
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  • Asked by Jeff from Manteca, Ca
    03/06/2014
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    Should I continue using Bifen I/T or switch to another general purpose insecticide?
    I am currently using Bifen I/T for my exterior home spraying every 3 months. The bottle is nearly empty and I need to purchase more. Would it be best to continue with this product or switch to another product? I remember reading that insects can build up an immunity so it is good to change from time to time. I have had very good luck with Bifen I/T in getting rid of my ants and spiders. If you do recommend changing, then what do you recommend? Thanks!
    A
    It normally takes many years for insects to build a resistancy to insecticides. If you are still experiencing good results from Bifen I/T then I would recommend continuing with Bifen I/T. The price and effectiveness cannot be matched.
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  • Asked by Arthur from Canton,ga
    02/13/2013
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    Will Bifen IT kill Kudzu bugs?
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    Bifen IT will kill kudzu bugs that land on treated surfaces. We recommend using the 1 fl oz of Talstar per gallon of water usage rate for the best results.
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  • Asked by Mike from Sc
    06/28/2015
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    What if my pets ingested Bifen IT?
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    We would recommend contacting a veterinarian if your pet ingests Bifen IT and exhibits signs that they have been poisoned. We do recommend making sure that pets are out of the area until the product has completely dried.
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  • Asked by Tony from Hope Mills,nc
    05/20/2015
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    can it be used on garden and plants
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    Bifen IT cannot be used on any edible plants but it can be used on ornamental plants. Please let us know what insect you are treating for and the types of plants you are treating and we will be happy to help recommend a product for your needs.
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  • Asked by Craig from Bluffton Sc
    05/20/2015
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    rainfall after application
    I just applied Biffen for mole crickets and it rained right after application. Do I need to reapply?
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    Bifent IT is usually watered in after a mole cricket application so the rain most likely just aided you in your control efforts as the immature mole crickets are just under the soil. Info from the Bifen IT product label :To ensure control of sub  surface pests including 
    Mole Cricketsusing low volume treatments, (i.e. less than2 gallons per 1000 sq
    uare feet), immediately follow the treatment with irrigation of the treated area with at
    least 0.25 inches of water
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  • Asked by Vanessa from Corinth Ms
    06/18/2015
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    I have an above ground pool with a deck around it and has become a breeding Mosquito.
    There is a ditch around bottom of pool filled with leaves and is probably damp. Will the Bifen spray kill Mosquitos that may be breeding underneath the leaves?
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    Bifen IT will only kill the mosquitoes that are sprayed directly or that contact a treated surface.  The best thing to do would be to try an eliminate the leaves and debri in the ditch to remove the breeding site for them and apply Bifen to the underside of leaves of trees and bushes as that is where the adults during the day.
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  • Asked by Tatia from Durand
    10/09/2019
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    Does Bifen IT kill asian beetles
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    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for Asian Lady Beetles.  

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  • Asked by Andrea from Atlanta, Georgia
    09/25/2014
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    What is the minimum time that should pass before re-spraying Bifen IT for mosquitoes?
    We have sprayed 3 times this summer for mosquitoes and the Bifen IT has not gotten rid of them nearly as well as it did when we used it last summer. We just sprayed 6 days ago and still have quite a lot of mosquitoes. Can we re-spray yet? Also is it possible that the Bifen IT has lost it's potency in one year?
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    Bifen IT is recommended to use once every 30 days outside for Mosquito control. Depending on the weather conditions(rainfall), this could affect your results. For best results, allow 24 hours after outdoor application before expected rainfall or watering. When applying, focus on the underside of leaves on bushes, shrubs and trees as this where mosquitos will hide during the day. For a quick knockdown mixing a Pyrethrin concentrate with the Bifen IT will give you immediate relief. Mix 1oz ExciteR and 1oz Bifen IT in 1 gallong of water. With this combination, you get the quick knockdown and the residual for 30 days. Mixing Bifen IT at the lower mixing rated of .33floz you can apply higher volumes to ensure application of the proper amount of product to a given area or you can mix Bifen IT at the higher rate of 1oz per gallon of water for a longer residual and a quicker knockdown. If there are areas where there is standing water, using the BTI Mosquito Dunks will help.
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  • Asked by Wendy
    09/06/2015
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    Can I spray Bifen IT inside window frames and floorboards?
    I want to treat around my home for spiders and ticks. Is it safe to spray indoors? Where is the best place to spray? Thank you.
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    Bifen IT is designed to be applied in window frames and other cracks, crevices and entry points of the home. Also, around the outside perimeter of your home. For ticks, you may also need to mix in an IGR like Nyguard to break down the reproductive cycle. 

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  • Asked by Tony from Petersburg, Wv
    05/27/2013
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    Will Bifen IT be effective and long lasting if sprayed on wood decks, concrete, brick, asphalt, and vinyl sidi
    Will Bifen IT be both effective and long lasting if sprayed on wood decks, concrete, brick, asphalt, and vinyl siding?
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    Bifen IT is a great residual product, but just like any other insecticide, its not going to hold up long term to the environment. Most will give an outdoor residual of at least 30 days, and depending on how much UV rays break it down and rain you get, will determine whether it will last closer to 60 or 90 days. You can treat all the areas you mentioned with the Bifen for almost every insect. If you are looking to treat wood decks for wood destroying insects you would use a product like Boracare and then seal/stain the wood afterwards to keep it in. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Amy from Allen, Texas
    06/07/2013
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    How much to buy for an acre?
    Our house is on an acre. We are mostly fighting fire ants, flies (on flowering shrubs), spider mites, and wasps. We also have a pool which attracts flying red ants and I assume we will soon see mosquitos. Help!! Is Biden the solution for us? I have already spent too much money on professional fire ant control with little success. What is the best way to apply? Can I apply to full lawn and shrubs? Hose sprayer? Any help appreciated.
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    The Bifen would definitely be a great option for most of the pest you are having a problem with. You can use the Bifen in a hand pump sprayer or with a hose end, although you will get more uniform and accurate coverage with a hand pump than you will a hose. You would typically mix 1 ounce to a gallon of water for all the insects in your yard and you can spray the bushes, yard, ornamentals and trees for mosquitoes, spider mites, wasps and regular ants. For fire ants you need to treat a little differently as they are more unique than other ants. The BEST way to control fire ants is with a professional grade bait like the Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. It not only is a food source that they will forage for and bring back into the nest, but it also contains an IGR-birth control-to keep the queen from reproducing. This has been proven to have the most thorough results. If you don't want to use a bait you can use the bifen on the fire ants but you must follow the instructions on the label for drenching each mound with at least 3 gallons of water to get all the way to the bottom of the nest. You can see the specific instructions for this method on the Product Label.
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  • Asked by J.robles from Brookside Village Tx
    05/23/2012
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    Does Bifen IT take care of Rasberry crazy ants?
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    Bifen IT has not been shown to be very effective at controlling Raspberry Crazy Ants. Termidor SC  used outdoors and Phantom used indoors have been the most effective products to control crazy Raspberry Ants. Ant baits and synthetic pyrethroid insecticides do not seem to do an effective job controlling this ant species. Texas A&M University has done extensive research regarding these ants and you can find detailed articles on their extension website.

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  • Asked by Kayla from Fort Lauderdale, Fl
    11/17/2016
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    How long does Bifen I/T to kill a tick?
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    When using Bifen IT for ticks, there can be several variables. How long it takes the ticks to die after they come into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors, such as the age of the tick as well as how long they stayed in contact with the treated area, how long it has been since the area was treated, and the concentration that was used to treat the area. Typically it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day or so for them to die. It can take several weeks for you to stop seeing ticks completely because ticks like to stay hidden, which also means they could be staying away from treated areas. We recommend doing follow up treatments every two weeks at the highest usage rate of 1 oz of product per gallon of water until you do not see any ticks.

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  • Asked by Sweeney from Carlsbad, Ca
    11/29/2011
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    I am looking for a product to kill weevils on orchids. Would Bifen IT be effective and safe for my orchids?
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    Bifen IT is labeled for Orchid Weevils and should do a great job for you. It is always recommended that you spray only one plant to test for any sensitivity/damage before you do a complete treatment on all of the orchids. We also recommend that you speak to an expert that deals with orchids to learn more about treating weevils on orchids as orchids can be very sensitive.
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  • Asked by Morgan from Cairo , Ga
    08/29/2014
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    Can I spray my dog with Bifen IT?
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    NO, Bifen IT is NOT labeled to be applied to dogs or any other animal for any purpose. We do have products that are safe to be applied to dogs for flea eradication. Please click the link below.

    Flea Products 

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  • Asked by Trent
    08/16/2010
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    How long will Bifen IT keep?
    I want to buy a large amount of Bifen IT, so I can use it every year. I'm trying to figure out how long it will keep without going bad?
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    Bifen IT should be used within 3 years of the date of purchase. To protect the integrity of the product, you should store unused portions in a cool dry area out of direct sunlight. Avoid letting the product over heat or freeze.
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