Bifen IT - Questions & Answers

We do not recommend using Bifen It in or on fruit bearing trees. Please contact Control Solutions to see if they can help you trouble shoot this. You can reach this manufacturer at 281-892-2500.

You cannot use Bifen IT is a propane fogger. The heat will detroy the effectiveness of the product. Youc an use the product in a mist blower such as the Solo 451.

Bifen IT is labeled for fire ant control and will help help eliminate fire ants when used as directed on the Bifen It product label: fire ant control is optimized by combining broadcast applications that will control foraging workers and newly mated fly-in queens with mound drenches that will control existing colonies. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application or use a high volume application. Apply broadcast treatments at 0.5 to 1 fluid oz. per 1,000 square feet. Use enough finished volume to penetrate thatch or sod. Treat mounds by applying 1 oz Bifen IT per mound in 1 to 2 gallons water by sprinkling the mound until it is wet and treat 3 feet out around the mound. Use the higher volume for mounds larger than 12”. Treat mounds with sufficient force to break their apex and allow the insecticide solution to flow into the ant tunnels. For best results, apply in cool weather (65 - 80˚F) or in early morning or late evening hours.

Since the Bifen will be used topically for general pest control it should not interfere with a trenching treatment done using Termidor SC.

Bifen IT will kill termites that come in contact with the chemical. To eradicate termites you want to use a product that has a transfer effect. Termidor SC is a great product to use to treat termites. Please see our Termite Control Page. Scroll to the bottom of the page and find information on identification and treatment for termites.

Our most popular general use product is called Bifen IT.  It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets.  It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer.  It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments.  It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests. We recommend treating once a month in the waremst months of the year and then every 90 days when it is cold and pests are less active. Be sure to stay at least 15 ft away from the pond and do not spray on windy or rainy days to avoid having the product drift in to the pond.

Bifen IT is highly toxic to bees. You can reduce the risk to your bees by keeping applications away from areas where the bees are actively foraging and at times when the bees are not active in general. You may also consider using Mavrik Perimeter insecticide for outdoor pests, which is non-repellent and non-toxic to honeybees after it is dried. You will want to read the product label to see if this fits your needs.

Most of the synthetic pyrethroid insecticides on our site would do a great job for earwig control. Bifen IT would be a great choice for earwigs. You can spray both indoors and outdoors with this product. Bifen IT, one of our best sellers, has a long residual, is odorless, dries clear, leaves no stains, is non-irritating to the skin, and wont break down easily with rainfall.

Bifen IT is labeled for millipedes and will kill them when used according to the Bifen IT product label. We recommend using 1 fl oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water for the fastest knockdown and the longest lasting residual. Millipedes are usually going to frequent areas where there are high levels of moisture. There are some non-chemical things you can do to help make your property less favorable to millipedes:

Step 1) Non chemical Methods of Millipede Control

Exclusion:

• Repair cracks, crevices, and gaps around windows, doors, pipes and wires with sealant or caulk
• Makes sure the screens and door sweeps on windows and doors are tight-fitting

Eliminate Favorable Conditions:

• Fix leaky faucets or pipes and dry up wet or damp areas where millipedes thrive
• Remove outdoor harborages near the home that hold moisture (compost, wood, or leaf piles, etc).
• Store firewood off the ground at least 20 feet away from the home
• Water your lawn in the morning so that it will be dry by afternoon
• Do not over mulch flower beds, since soggy mulch is an ideal harborage for millipedes

Bifen IT is a great broad spectrum insecticide that works fantastic on centipedes, roaches, and termites. To perform a perimeter treatment you would mix 1 oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water and spray around the foundation making sure to spray 2 feet up the side of your home and 2 feet out on the ground. Pay close attention to all cracks/crevices, window frames, door frames, weep holes, and where pipes enter your home. If you have an active Termite problem we recommend you read over our Termite Control Page to find an appropriate product and treatment that is specialized for your needs. If you need further assistance please call us a 866-581-7378. 

Bifen IT can be used in PA for mosquito control. You will need to be licensed in your state to perform treatments for profit or on other properties that you do not own.

We would not recommend using Bifen IT on firewood. We recommend only using a product that is labeled for that. Please contact your Local Cooperative Extension Office to advice on what would be safe to use.

Bifen IT is NOT labeled to be used around any type of edibles. Anything that came in contact with the drip line should not be consumed.

Bifen should be able to be mixed with your weed and feed. Be sure to test the mix by doing a tank mix before application. 

Bifen IT is labeled for flies. Flies do need to come in contact with the area treated in order to die.

No, Bifen IT is not labeled to be applied to mattresses or clothing. It is not labeled to be put into the clothes washing machine either. Please read product label for all instructions and restrictions on applying.

Bifen IT should NOT be applied to tomatoes or anything else that is edible. We do carry  Triple Action Plus Plus with 70% Neem Oil . It is an insecticide, miticide, and even an fungicide that can be used up to the day of harvest and reapplied every 14 days. It is safe to apply and is labeled for tomato horn worms. Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions prior to application.

You can also use the backpack mist blower to apply Bifen for fleas. You still want to stick to the perimeters of your yard and around your home. Mix at 1 oz per gallon of water. You may also want to consider mixing in Nyguard IGR to help break down the reproductive cycle. Be sure to visit our Flea Guide for more helpful tips on Flea control. 

Bifen IT cannot be applied to edible vegetation. We would recommend using a product like Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Drench.  This product is labeled for boring weevils in Pecan trees.

The label does not authorize to apply Bifen IT to any type of carpeting. You will want to focus treat the cracks and crevices of the room along baseboards, corners, door and window frames with a hand pump sprayer for a residual control. We advise to vacuuming consistently and sanitizing the treated area will help eliminate the fleas quicker. We also suggest using an IGR (insect growth regulator) such as Archer IGR to prevent the future infestation from developing for a better control.