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  • Asked by Julius
    07/18/2010
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    Why is Bifen IT so much cheaper than Cy-kick CS? Aren't they both the same thing?
    Which one is best for outdoors?
    A
    No, they are not the same. Bifen It is a generic form of Talstar P and contains the active ingredient bifenthrin. Bifen IT is great for indoor/outdoor general pest control and is very safe to use around pets and people, non irritating to the skin, will not stain, is odorless, and stands up well to rainfall. Talstar P is the product of choice for mosquito control too.  Cy-Kick CS is a micro encapsulated product that contains Cyfluthrin. Cy Kick-CS is known to be super effective for those hard to kill insects such as spiders and scorpions and it will last a bit longer outdoors.
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    8 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mark
    07/22/2010
    Q
    Can Bifen IT be used with a thermal fogger?
    If so, would you mix the same concentration in oil as you recommend with water? I prefer a thermal fogger because I have a 5 acre property and need to infiltrate the deep woods all around me.
    A
    Bifen IT is not permitted to use in a ULV or a thermal fogger.  Bifen IT is only permitted to be used in a hand pump or gas powdered sprayer with larger droplets.  Bifen IT can clog foggers. Only oil based fog solutions are usually advised to be used in a thermal fogger.  Our recommendation would by Pyrocide 100, which is a fogging solution that is great for mosquitoes and flying insects. Most fogging solutions do not leave a long residual and should be re-applied for optimum results.
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    33 of 37 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jenny
    08/03/2010
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    Is Bifen IT safe for domestic pets?
    I have three dogs, and I am scared to use chemicals.
    A
    Bifen IT is safely used in thousands of homes across the country everyday. Bifen IT is safe for use around pets when used according to the label. You should always keep children and pets away from the away while you are treating, and then once the treatment is dry it is perfectly safe to allow pets to re-enter the area
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    882 of 939 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rick
    08/09/2010
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    Will Bifen IT kill bumble bees nesting under my deck? I can not see the nest, and I will have to broadcast.
    A
    Yes. If the bumble bees come into contact with the Bifen IT, they will be killed. It is important to make sure you are spray areas that they will actually land on. We also recommend either treating very early in the morning or late in the evening when the bees are less active.
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    7 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Trent
    08/16/2010
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    How long will Bifen IT keep?
    I want to buy a large amount of Bifen IT, so I can use it every year. I'm trying to figure out how long it will keep without going bad?
    A
    Bifen IT should be used within 3 years of the date of purchase. To protect the integrity of the product, you should store unused portions in a cool dry area out of direct sunlight. Avoid letting the product over heat or freeze.
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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Caroline
    09/08/2010
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    Is it safe to eat basil if Bifen IT was sprayed near it?
    My husband sprayed our lawn with Bifen IT, and there is some basil that are in pots out there. He said he didn't spray the basil, but I am now concerned about whether it can be eaten because it was sprayed near it. What do you think?
    A
    Unless the plants were actually sprayed you do not have to worry. Bifen IT does not move through the soil or turn into a vapor of any sort.
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    1 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ladana
    09/18/2010
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    How long is Bifen IT effective on roaches?
    We discovered that our roaches are worse than we thought. How long does it take to kill them? After it dries, is it still working or does it just kill if they are directly sprayed with it?
    A
    Bifen IT does leave a residual and will continue killing long after it dries.  Typically, for roach problems you would want to apply every 30 days.  However, for most roach infestations spraying alone is not enough.  Using a roach bait up in the cabinets and drawers along with spraying down low under and behind appliances and along baseboards is the best way to eradicate a roach problem. Of course, sanitation and cleanliness also has to be a part of the plan.
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    252 of 279 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John
    01/13/2011
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    What is the recommended clean out rate for Bifen IT when treating a heavy German roach infestation?
    A
    Bifen IT can be used at a rate of 1 ounce per gallon of water for roach infestation cleanouts.
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    33 of 39 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ray
    01/15/2011
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    Bifen IT vs Bifen XTS?
    I use Bifen IT to pretreat swimming pool soil for Termites under liners I use .12% mix 2 3/4 gallons per 100 water? Would Bifen XTS be more cost effective? Any concerns with oil base on liners,plants, houses etc... I use for perimeter pest control. Any info much apprecated?
    A
    Bifen XTS does not really make it that much better than the normal Bifen IT, its just that one quart container can make much more than the equivalent Bifen IT.  The normal mixture rate of Bifen IT is one ounce per gallon of water.  When using Bifen XTS, you only need about a third of an ounce to make the same treatment.  So you can make many more gallons of solution from one container of Bifen XTS than you can with the normal Bifen IT.  As far as we know, there should be no concerns with oil based solutions on pool liners or other surfaces. 
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    77 of 84 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kevin
    02/05/2011
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    What is the best product for exterior pest control? I like Bifen IT for general crawling insects.
    A
    Bifen IT would be a sound choice for exterior insect control. Bifen IT lasts for up to a month outdoors and is labeled for over 75 different crawling and flying insect pests.
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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carl
    03/04/2011
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    What is the shelf life of Bifen IT?
    A
    Bifen IT should be used within 3 years of the date of purchase. It is important to store insecticides out of direct sunlight and out of extreme temperatures.
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    277 of 289 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Linda
    03/08/2011
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    Is Bifenthrin good on active termite control?
    A
    Bifenthrin products used to be considered a good form of termite treatment, but bifenthrin acts as a repellent and now a days almost all professional termite companies are using non-repellents, such as Termidor SC or Dominion 2L.  We have a great article called How To Do A Termite Treatment that explains how to perform a treatment using a non-repellent termiticide.
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    414 of 460 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jose
    03/16/2011
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    Does Bifen XTS kill carpenter ants?
    Ants are around the house and going into the attic.
    A

    Bifen XTS is labeled for carpenter ants. Bifen XTS will eliminate carpenter ants that come into contact with treated surfaces. Termidor SC is the more popular choice for carpenter ant control because it is non-repellent, has a delayed reaction kill and has a transfer effect. This means that the ants cannot detect that an area has been sprayed and cannot avoid the treated area, as they walk over the area they pick small particles of Termidor SC up on their body and inadvertently carry back to the colony spreading it to other ants.

    Carpenter Ant Control

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    11 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • 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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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michael
    04/04/2011
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    Can Bifen IT and Exciter be mixed together?
    Is it safe to mix Bifen IT & Exciter for a little extra punch when sprayer for roaches, wasps, ants, etc ?
    A
    Absolutely. When Exciter and Bifen IT are tank mixed you will have a spray that offers a fast knockdown and a long lasting residual for most insect pests.
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    9 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Simone
    04/21/2011
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    How often do I need to treat my yard with Bifen IT?
    If I have an acre of land how much do I need?
    A
    Unfortunately you did not mention what pest you are trying to treat in your yard so we can not be very specific. The Bifen IT label does say that you can repeat applications as often as every 7 days outdoors but most customers do not repeat applications more than once a month for most pests. Again the usage rate of Bifen IT will vary greatly depending on what type of pest your are trying to control. The Bifen IT product label recommends 0.25-1.0 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft for most pests outdoors. You can find the usage rate tables starting on page 12 of the product label.
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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Gail
    05/15/2011
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    Does Bifen IT kill mole crickets?
    I was not able to find anywhere on your site that said that Bifen IT would specifically kill mole crickets. Just crickets. Big difference.
    A
    The Bifen IT product label does specify mole crickets. You can find the product label on the Bifen IT product page on our website just below the picture of the product. Pages 12 and 13 have specific instructions for treating mole crickets.
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    16 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Philip
    06/06/2011
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    How many years will Bifen IT be effective in killing termites when used in a trenching treatment?
    I have dug the trenches around the home and soaked the ground with a 1 oz per gallon of solution.
    A
    Bifen IT can last for 5 years when used according to the product label in a termite trenching treatment.
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    11 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Clay
    06/30/2011
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    Are the caterpillars bleeding out?
    I had a pest control company do my quarterly treatment and they sprayed Bifen on my outside walls where there were caterpillars. After the spraying, I had red trails all over the walls and now have stained the walls. How come this is and does this product do this?
    A
    We have never had a report of bleeding caterpillars in the past. We recommend that you contact the pest control company that sprayed your home or the Bifen IT manufacturer Control Solutions for more information. Control Solutions: (281) 892-2500
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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike
    07/02/2011
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    Bifen application when it's always raining
    I know it's always best to have 24 hours between application and the first rain, but in my area at this time of year it rains every single day. I'm sure that "more is better" is another safe generalization, but is there any more concrete guideline that you can offer? Would it be a waste to spray if it's going to rain in 2 hours? What about 4, 6, etc? Thanks again, love your service and products!
    A

    Bifen IT typically only take 1 hour to completely dry on a surface and will hold up very well in the rain, but the longer time you can have between application and a rain event the better.  However, if a few hours is the best scenario then that is fine.  Hopefully, you are in a situation where at least up against the house you may have a slight overhang from the roof or gutters so the application on and directly next to the house will be somewhat protected.  Thank you for your kind comments about our products.  We appreciate your business!

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    73 of 76 people found this answer helpful.
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