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  • Asked by Kevin
    07/01/2010
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    I have used Bifen IT on the lawn for mites, but I am unsure how much to water after application.
    A
    According to the product label, you should use Bifen IT with a surfactant such as DyneAmic to control mites in the lawn. The product label also recommends irrigating the lawn with .25 inch of water after the application for lawn infesting insects.
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  • Asked by Jack from Southeastern Pa
    04/14/2014
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    Why is the upper yield of quart container 3x the upper yield of the pint container
    the lower yield number of the quart container is 2x the lower yield of the pint container (32 vs 16). But the upper yield of the quart is 3x (96 vs 32) the upper yield of the pint. Shouldn't it be 64?
    A
    Bifen IT is mixed at .5 to 1 oz per gallon of water.  One pint of the Bifen IT will make 16-32 gallons of finished solution.  One quart will make 32- 64 gallons, while a 3/4 gallon will make 96 to 192 gallons.
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  • Asked by Mike from Denham Springs, La
    01/19/2015
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    Bifen Application For Termite Control
    I recently purchased a couple of gallons of generic Bifen from your company to apply for termite control. My question relates to whether I need to apply the product around the perimeter of my entire house. The house is typical "brick and stick construction" built entirely on a concrete slab. The front of the house has 2 raised porches which are on the same concrete slab as the rest of the house. In the area of the porches, the walls are approximately 6' from the outer edge of the slab. Do I need to apply the Bifen on the perimeter of the slab in the area of the porches It's difficult to describe the situation, but maybe I can send a couple of pictures to help illustrate the question. Thanks - Mike
    A

    When doing a soil barrier treatment for termites, it is important to treat directly against the structure on all sides of the house as close as possible. Against the foundation of the home,  dig a 6 x 6 trench around the entire perimeter. Where carports and concrete patios are existing, you will drill 18-24 inch holes 2-3 inches off the foundation wall 10-12 inches apart. This will ensure the soil under that concrete slab is protecting the actual house foundation. Please read our on How To Perform A Termite Treatment Article for more detailed instructions and recommendations.

    While Bifen IT is labeled for termites and will last up to 5 years in the soil, we would recommend using Termidor SC or Dominion 2L for termite soil barrier treatments. Termidor SC bonds to the soil after 24 hours and will last 10 years and Dominion 2L will last for 7 years. 

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  • Asked by Phillip from Bridge City Texas
    06/10/2015
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    In a 15 gal sprayer can I mix Bifen IT with a weed and feed and spray just once to save time and water?
    A
    Yes you can mix Talstar with most weed and feeds successfully for the most part. Most weed and feeds will have a small section on doing a test "tank mix" so you can test to make sure the products will blend together without issue. We do recommend doing a test tank mix to be sure the products will mix together without separating.
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  • Asked by Nathan
    07/03/2018
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    Does Bifen IT kill flies?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be used for flies.  You may want to take a look at our Fly Control Guide for more information on implementing a successful treatment program.  

     

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  • Asked by Theresa from Colorado
    07/14/2012
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    We just purchased 35 acres in San Luis Colorado, and the property is infested with big headed ants.
    We are not living on the land yet, but do camp on it, so I am not there all the times. Is there any time released treatment on the market.
    A
    Insecticide granules such as Bifen granules would be a good choice to help control the population of big headed ants as it will last for 3-4 months. Bifen Granules will kill ants that venture on to treated areas.  Another great choice would be to use Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. This bait is also labeled for big headed ants specifically and would be a great choice for your use. Extinguish Plus combines the power of hydramethylnon with an insect growth regulator (like birth control for ants) to kill big headed ant workers and prevent queens from laying fertile eggs. This product would kill the ants that picked up the bait and also kill the ants back at the colony.
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  • Asked by Matt from Eveleth Mn
    03/17/2013
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    Can I use Bifen IT in a ulv sprayer with a large spray tip?
    A
    Bifen IT is not labeled to be used in ULV applications at all. we would not recommend using it for any ULV applications.
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  • Asked by Hurley
    05/31/2010
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    I have clover mites. I got rid of them last year with Tempo SC Ultra but they have came back this year.
    Demand G controls mites, but does not specify the clover mite. Can you confirm? I also plan on using Bifen It for perimeter of house. Would demand G granules and Bifen IT be a good combo?
    A
    Demand G granules will control clover mites, but our most popular product for clover mites has always been bifenthrin products like the Bifen IT.  Demand G Granules would be a good one, two punch for your yard, but spraying Bifen on the house 2 feet up and 2 feet out and underneath siding will do a better job than anything keeping clover mites away.  Unfortunately these pests seem to come back every year once the moisture comes and the weather gets warm. 
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  • Asked by Judith from United States
    09/12/2014
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    blue spruce caterpillars
    Caterpillars have been dining on my blue spruce trees. They are now in cocoons. Is it too late to spray in September, or should I wait until next spring? Will Bifen do the trick?
    A
    Bifen IT is labeled for caterpillars and can be sprayed on blue spruce trees. It is not too late to spray as Bifen IT can be used all year around in non-extreme temperatures. When you are spraying, make sure to spray the top and underside of the leaves. You will use .25 fl. oz. per gallon of water. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Brady from San Antonio
    04/19/2018
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    Can I use Bifen IT to control leafhoppers in Bermuda grass?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is very gentle on turfgrass and other ornamental plants. You should use 0.25 - 0.5 oz per 1,000 square feet to treat leafhoppers.

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  • Asked by Sam from Jacksonville, Fl
    09/13/2014
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    How many applications per year are you permitted at 1 ounce per 1000 sq ft on residential lawns?
    A
    Bifen IT is labeled to be sprayed every 30 days outdoors. Spraying more than what is on the label could result in resistancy from the pests. Please let us know if you have any questions.
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  • Asked by Ro from El Paso
    05/23/2015
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    Can Bifen IT be used in a commercial kitchen? If not, what would be ideal for a commercial kitchen?
    A
    Bifen IT can be applied to the cracks and crevices of food handling establishments. Please read through the product label for specific instructions on this type of application prior to use.
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  • Asked by Steve from Corpus Christi, Tx
    08/18/2014
    Q
    What is the best pesticide to use for indoors and outdoors?
    My pest control person I had used to spray some pesticide that would kill almost everything. I liked it because it would kill roaches from neighbors trying to come over and would find them all around my fence after spraying the perimeter and ants/spiders and you could spray it on plants, shrubs, trees, and around the lawn.
    A
    We would recommend using Bifen IT. It is a general insecticide that can be sprayed around the perimeter of your home outdoors, on flowers, trees, shrubs, etc. It is not labeled to be sprayed on any type of edibles. Bifen IT can also be sprayed indoors around the cracks and crevices and baseboards. It lasts for up to 90 days indoors and 30 days outdoors.
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  • Asked by Donna from Soddy Daisy, Tn
    05/13/2016
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    Will the Bifen IT kill the redworms in my yard or make the worms poisonous to my birds if the eat the worms?
    A

    We are not sure what type of worm would be considered a "red worm" as you have described.  If you are referring to earthworms, Bifen IT is not labeled for earthworms, because they are a beneficial but it may cause harm to them if they contact a treated area.  Though they are pretty protected by the mucus on their bodies. This small amount of product needed to kill tiny insects would not be enough to harm a bird if they were to ingest a worm that would have contacted the product.

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  • Asked by Joe
    03/26/2011
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    Will Bifen IT control "noseeums" in SW Florida?
    A
    Bifen is a very popular product to apply outdoors for noseeums.  For indoor use we recommend Microcare aerosol. 
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  • Asked by Robert from Decatur, Al
    08/12/2017
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    Will Bifen IT harm sod that was planted this year?
    A

    You do want to spray Bifen IT  over the sod periodically to keep the rest of the population on top of the new sod down.

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  • Asked by Nic from Mcdade, Tx
    08/12/2017
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    Is Bifen IT safe for use in sheep habitat?
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    Bifen IT cannot be used on areas that will be used for grazing by animals.

     

     

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  • Asked by Dorothy from Pittsburgh, Pa.
    07/05/2013
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    I have been trying to kill springtails w/1oz/gal of BifenIT on my deck. Should this kill on contact?
    I know I have to look for and remove sources of moisture. I have sprayed 3x today and each time I look they seem to have come back. I just want to make a dent in their population numbers for now. Does it take a while for the BifenIT to work?
    A
    We only recommend applying Bifen IT as labeled, which would be once every 30-60days. Over application could cause the insects to become irritated and rapidly reproduce. Bifen IT will kill with in a matter of minutes.
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  • Asked by Mo from Pontotoi, Ms
    12/15/2017
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    Can you spray Bifen IT in the house?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be used both indoors and outdoors.

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  • Asked by Dennis
    06/17/2019
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    Can Bifen IT and permethrin be mixed together?
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    We do not recommend mixing together two pyrethroids such as Bifen IT and a permethrin product. These products are too similar, and you could create a repellency issue rather than allowing insects to actually contact the treated areas. If you want to add something to Bifen IT for faster intiial knockdown, then we suggest a pyrethrin and/or PBO product such as ExciteR Insecticide.

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