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  • Asked by Lisa from Jasper, Tx
    08/26/2018
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    What if a cat steps in the wet mix of Bifen IT on concrete and licks her paws? Will it poison the cat?
    A

    Keep in mind that, when used as directed, Bifen IT is diluted at 1 oz. per gallon of water. This is only a large enough amount active ingredient to kill small insects. This small amount should not be harmful to your cat. Rule of thumb is to keep pets out of the treated area for about 1 hour to allow it to dry.

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  • Asked by Elaine from Sarasota, Florida
    09/14/2018
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    Will Bifen IT kill the grasshoppers in my lawn?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for grasshoppers. The mixing ratio is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. 

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  • Asked by Daniel from Wake County, North Carolina
    11/03/2018
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    Are there any other perimeter long residual insecticides that are similar in price to Bifen IT?
    Bifen IT seems to be so much more economical than many other insecticides in its class. Are there others that I am missing that might be worth a try?
    A

    Bifen IT is still the most cost effective professional grade general insecticide on the market. Mix at 1 oz. per gallon of water.

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  • Asked by Moe from Tucson
    03/12/2019
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    What is the maximum wind speed where Bifen IT can be used?
    A

    Per the product label, do not apply Bifen IT when wind speed exceeds 10 MPH.

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  • Asked by Dennis
    06/17/2019
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    Can Bifen IT and permethrin be mixed together?
    A

    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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  • Asked by Larry from Irmo, Sc
    08/29/2019
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    How often do I apply Bifen IT for chinch bugs?
    A

    When treating for chinch bugs with Bifen IT, it is recommended that you do a second treatment 21-30 days after the first treatment. You will use 1 fl. oz. of product per gallon of water. This will treat 1000 square feet. Be sure to water the product in at least 0.5 inches after it has been applied.

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  • Asked by Reid from Fernandina Beach, Fl
    11/25/2019
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    Can I combine Bifen IT with other chemicals?
    I have ExciteR and Cyzmic and Pivot. Can I safely combine all 3 of these or any of them for terrible mosquitoes?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be used with an IGR like Pivot and a synergist like Exciter for a faster knockdown of insects such as mosquitoes. There would be no valid reason to mix Cyzmic CS and Bifen IT. You would want to use one or the other.  

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  • Asked by Mike
    08/14/2020
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    For chinch bugs in lawn, how soon after application should you water Bifen in?
    Most directions for using Bifen on your lawn say to make sure it has 24 hours to dry before getting wet. But for chinch bugs, it says to water the product into the lawn. Do you water it in immediately? Wait 1 hour? 2 hours? 24 hours?
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    When using Bifen IT for chinch bugs you should water in at 1/4 inch immediately after application to get it down to where they are.  It is only when you are applying for surface dwelling insects that you would wait to water so that it has time to dry on the surface it has been applied to.  

    Specific instructions from the label for chinch bugs: Mostly found in the thatch layer, chinch bugs infest the base of grass plants. In order to optimize the penetration of the insecticide to location of the chinch bugs, irrigation of the grass prior to treatment may be necessary. If grass is being kept at a long mowing height or if the thatch layer is excessive, use higher volume treatments. It may be necessary to use higher application rates (up to 1 fluid oz. per 1000 square feet) to control populations made up of both adults and nymphs in mid-summer.

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  • Asked by Jeremy from Conway, South Carolina
    05/08/2021
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    Bifen IT vs Suspend SC?
    I was wondering what the difference in these two were? I live in the south where my house mainly has centipedes,
    A

    Bifen IT and Suspend SC are similar in the insects they target and areas where applied. Bifen IT uses the active ingredient bifenthrin and Suspend SC uses deltamethrin. Both actives will treat the most common insects such as Ants, Spiders, Pantry Insects, Silverfish, Fleas, Roaches, Mosquitoes, Stink Bugs, Scorpions, Ticks, Fleas, Pillbugs, Chinch Bugs, Earwigs, Millipedes, etc. 

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  • Asked by Matt from San Antonio Texas
    06/17/2021
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    How often can I spray for mosquitoes
    It has been sunny and hot and working great for about 2 weeks then they start appearing again. How often can I reapply?
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    When applied at the low rate of 0.33 fl oz per gallon, Bifen IT can be reapplied every 7 days. Applications made at the high rate of 1.0 fl oz per gallon, retreatments can be done every 30 days.

    Please review the Mosquito Control section on the product label for more information. 
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  • Asked by Vaman from Naples, Fl
    11/26/2016
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    Does Bifen IT control small lake flies?
    A

    You can apply Bifen IT indoors and outdoors for flies in general as long as you make sure none of the spray winds up in the lake. If contaminating the lake is a concern for you there is a product called Essentria IC3 that can be used around water without worry of hurting any aquatic life.  Essentria IC3 is a broad-spectrum natural insecticide that works just as well as the synthetic insecticides but without the aquatic toxicity issue.

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  • Asked by Lee from Townsend, Tn
    12/28/2016
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    Will Bifen IT kill smoky brown roaches, the large roaches that you find in trees and dead wood?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can kill large roaches such as Smoky Brown Roaches. You would dilute at the highest application rate, 1 oz. of Bifen IT per gallon of water. Please take a few moments to review our Roach Prevention Guide for more tips on how to prevent roach infestations.

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  • Asked by Mike from Chattanooga, Tn
    03/01/2017
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    What respirator for fogging Bifen IT?
    Backpack sprayer application of Bifen it. What respirator to use?
    A

    Bifen IT cannot be used in any type of fogging application. When using in a backpack sprayer you can use a respirator like the Comfo Classic but generally it is not needed unless you cannot get to fresh free flowing area.  A standard N95 mask is the basic recommendation.

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  • Asked by Marcelo from Cumming, Ga
    03/22/2017
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    How much does 96oz of Bifen IT cover for flea and tick treatment on bermuda grass?
    A

    The 96 oz of Bifen IT will make 96 to 192 gallons giving you a coverage of 4 acres. But, please keep in mind that the Bifen alone will not eradicate fleas. You will also need to mix in an IGR to break down the reproductive cycle. Bifen kills the adults that come in contact with it, but then you still have the immature fleas growing and then reproducing. It is a constant battle without the IGR. We recommend Nyguard as an additive to the Bifen and it will last up to 7 months.

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  • Asked by C. from Windsor, Mo
    05/10/2017
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    Will Bifen IT kill bedbugs?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT will kill bed bugs. The mixing rate is 1 fl oz per gallon of water. Be sure to treat every 10-14 days until you do not see activity for 30 days.

    Also, please take a look at our Bed Bug Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent bed bugs in the future.

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  • Asked by J. from Wendell, Nc
    05/21/2017
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    Will Bifen IT hurt my mini pigs if they eat grass a day after applying?
    I just want to make sure this won't harm them if I let them eat grass where Bifen has been sprayed, maybe a day or two after spraying. They are usually out on the grass for 30-45 mins a day.
    A

    Bifen IT is safe for pets when surfaces are completely dry, but should not be applied in areas where there will be animals grazing.

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  • Asked by John from Houston, Tx
    05/23/2017
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    Will Bifen IT kill flour bugs that got into a couch?
    will bifen kill flour bugs that got into a couch
    A

    No, Bifen IT is not labeled for use on your couch. We would recommend getting a proper identification to find out exactly what you are dealing with. We would be happy to assist with getting the best product for your needs.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Maize, Ks
    06/18/2017
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    How long will Bifen IT take to eliminate springtails?
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    Bifen IT can take several minutes or longer to kill a listed pest that contacts the treated surfaces. It  is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per  1,000 sq ft monthly to the exterior areas and quarterly to the interior crevices. Eliminating springtails can take time. Springtails indicate that there is a moisture issue because they breed in walls or under slabs where a moisture issue may exist.  Typically, pesticides alone will not take care of a springtail problem.  It is required to fix whatever moisture issue is causing the problem.  You should read our "How To Get Rid of Springtails" article for further information.

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  • Asked by Bart from Stedman
    08/08/2017
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    Will Bifen IT control junebugs?
    A

    You can use Bifen IT as a preventative. You want to spray around the outside perimeter of your home 2-3 feet up and out. Also, indoors cracks and crevices. You can also put a few traps like the Beetle Bagger Japanese Beetle Trap - Kit around too. Please let us know if you have any more questions.

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  • Asked by Lori from Ut
    09/12/2017
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    Will Bifen IT kill voles if sprayed directly on them?
    Will it kill snakes if they eat the dead bugs?
    A

    Bifen IT will not kill voles or snakes and should not be applied directly to them as they are not targeted species. It should not harm snakes if they consume insects which contacted the insecticide. We do offer snake repellents and products for vole control. Bifen IT will only kill listed pests.

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