You can mix Bifen IT with an herbicide as long as there are no restrictions on the label for the other product that you are using. We recommend performing a small jar test for compatibility any time you are using two new products together for the first time. Be mindful that you are only applying your herbicide in the correct areas.
Bifen IT is not recommended for bedbug control. We normally recommend one of our Bedbug Kits as they contain all of the necessary products for a complete bed bug treatment. Please take a moment to look over our Bed Bug Guide for more information on how to implement a successful bed bug treatment program.
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.
Bifen IT is applied at the rate of 1 oz. per gallon of water for mosquitoes. Keep in mind that it is not a contact kill. How long it takes to see results will depend on a number of factors such as the severity of the infestation you are dealing with. It can take anywhere from several hours to even a couple of days. You do have the option to mix Bifen with a product like ExciteR for a quicker knockdown.
Yes, Bifen IT is pet safe once dry.
Yes, Bifen IT can be applied to the lawn for flea control. Please take a look at our Flea Control Guide for more information.
Yes, Bifen IT can be used for chiggers.
You can water 24 hours after applying Bifen IT.
Bifen IT should be store in a cool, dry area away from any direct sunlight or extreme temperatures.
Edible vegetation treated with Bifen IT should be discarded and not consumed. You should not consume anything in the area treated for one full growing season.
Yes, the ingredients in the Bifen IT are known to be very gentle on trees, shrubs and other vegetation.
Bifen IT is mixed at the rate of 0.5 to 1.0 fl oz per gallon of water depending on the target pest. Please refer to the product label for complete instrucitons for your target pest and application area.
Bifen IT can be used as long as animals are out of the area during treatment until dry. Please be sure to refer to the product label for complete instructions on application.
Bifen IT is an insecticide, not an insect growth regulator (IGR). You can find the IGRs that we carry here.
Per the product label, Bifen IT should be applied a coarse, low pressure, crack and crevice or spot spray to areas where pests hide, such as baseboards, corners, storage areas, closets, around water pipes, doors and windows, attics and eaves, behind and under refrigerators, cabinets, sinks, furnaces, stoves, the underside of shelves, drawers and similar areas.
Bifen IT is not labeled for use in horse pastures or other animal grazing areas. You can use Essentria All Purpose for fire ant mound drenching. In Spring and Fall, you can use Extinguish Fire Ant Bait as a broadcast and mound baiting application. We have more tips on these applications in our Fire Ant Treatment Guide here.
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for roaches and will kill them. This product is not recommended if you have an active infestation of roaches. If you see an occasional roach, this can be used indoors and outdoors for control. The mixing ratio is 1 fl oz per gallon of water.
Also, please check out our Roach Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent roaches.
Bifen IT can be applied monthly to the exterior areas and entry points monthly. We would also recommend using the Catchmaster Disposable Fly Trap (975-8) to control those pesky Hover Flies. Place it about 15 feet from your front door.
Bifen IT is not labeled for beneficial insects like butterflies. However, it is not really selective so it has the potential to kill them if they come in contact with a treated area. To avoid contacting beneficial insects, apply in the early morning or late evening when they are less active in the area.
