Bifen IT is not a contact kill product, it is a residual product that can take a few days to start killing the insects that you are treating for. After you apply it to your lawn, it is important to avoid mowing and watering for at least three days. This gives the product time to do what its designed for. They still may move but will eventually die.
There is not a time restriction on how soon you can reseed after applying Bifen IT. You may apply at same time or in separate applications.
Bifen IT is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft monthly to the listed exterior areas. For 3/4 acre, you will be applying approximate 33 fl oz per treatment to cover 32,670 sq ft.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled to treat for wasps, but it is not an instant knockdown. Bifen IT will kill wasps that it comes in contact with it. Retreat after 21 days if signs of renewed activity exist. You may want to consider our Wasp and Hornet Kit which contains the residual insecticide Cyzmic CS, plus Wasp-X to kill insects very quickly when you locate nests.
Bifen IT is safe for ornamentals and for turf grasses, when used at the label rates. Apply at 1 oz per 1,000 sqft for most insects with a minimum of .5 gallons per 1,000 sqft.
Generally, after an application of Bifen IT it should take anywhere between 30 min - 1 hour to dry. After the treated area has completely dried it is safe for the pets to re-enter.
Bifen IT is safe to apply inside along baseboards and in cracks and crevices around the home as directed on the product label.
A mask is not required to apply Bifen IT if you are applying in a well-venitlated area. If you are applying in a small, confined space with poor ventilation, you can use something like the N95 Valved Respirator Mask.
Yes, Bifen IT can be applied to lawns for control of armyworms. You will apply 0.18-0.25 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft. Please refer to the product label for full mixing and application instructions for treating armyworms.
No, Bifen IT is not a product that works systemically. You did not specify the kind of borer you are treating, but a product like Dominion 2L Termiticide Concentrate would be a great option. This product works well for boring insects and it can be used in foliar and systemic applications.
We would recommend using a product like Bifen IT. It is labeled for over 75 different pests. It is non-staining, odorless, and can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Bifen IT is labeled for springtails and should work well to help you get rid of them. It does not kill on contact. The amount of time it takes for a springtail to die after coming into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors such as how healthy the springtail is, what stage of life it is in, and how long it spends in contact with a treated surface. It could take anywhere from a couple of hours up to a full day. Also, keep in mind that if you are not treating the main nest, and only the satellite colony, you are only be temporarily fixing your problem. More will appear as they continue to migrate. Springtails are attracted to areas that are high in moisture so if there is a moisture issue this will need to be identified and addressed as well. Until the moisture is gone or the main nest is found and eliminated, you will have an ongoing battle with this pest. You may want to look over our Springtails Treatment Guide for more tips and information.
It is safe for children and pets after the Bifen IT application is completely dry.
Bifen IT is labeled for roaches can be used to help eliminate a roach infestation. However, it should not be the only product that you use as roaches are difficult to treat and usually more than one type of product is necessary. We would recommend using one of our Roach Control Kits to ensure that you have everything you need. You may also want to take a look at our Roach Control Guide for more information on implementing a complete treatment program.
We would suggest rotating with Transport Mikron or Permethrin SFR 36.8% for general pest control applications. Typically you can rotate about every year or if you notice a decrease in effectiveness you can rotate sooner.
Bifen IT and Fendona CS should not be mixed together. This would not make either product work better or produce better results. However, it could possibly make treated areas repellent to bugs, lessening the effectiveness of the treatment. Neither product can do its job of killing insects if the insects are avoiding the treated areas.
Yes, Bifen IT will kill chiggers and will work great when applied to areas where chiggers harbor. You will need to apply at a rate of 1 oz. to 1 gallon of water and focus your application on the unkept areas of the lawn and lawn edge.
Yes, Bifen IT can be broadcast across your lawn, sprayed on ornamentals, trees, shrubs and flowers. It should not be sprayed on edibles. You will use 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water.
