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Asked by Patrice from California

05/15/2013

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I've been using Bifen for ants, but still have earwigs and silverfish, what should I use for those?
I already put Dekko in the attic where I found silverfish. But I don't know where those earwigs come from?? It's not much, just a few, but I don't want them to hurt my paralyzed dog.

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That's awesome Bifen IT has been doing such a great job for you. To treat the Earwigs, please refer to our article Getting Rid of Earwigs. There are many steps you can take to treat and prevent earwigs and Silverfish. By following the steps in our article you will also help to eliminate the Silverfi…
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That's awesome Bifen IT has been doing such a great job for you. To treat the Earwigs, please refer to our article Getting Rid of Earwigs. There are many steps you can take to treat and prevent earwigs and Silverfish. By following the steps in our article you will also help to eliminate the Silverfish as well. You also may want to try a residual spray like Demon WP that is labeled for earwigs and silver fish. You want to spray the entire perimeter indoors and out.

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Asked by Mike from Texas

05/23/2013

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Scorpion Control in Lawn
I use Cy Kick CS around my home but my yard is rather large and Cy Kick CS can get pricey. I'm looking to save a few dollars and spray another type of liquid pesticide. I was thinking Bifen IT but wasnt sure of it's effectiveness and residual for controlling Scorpions in my lawn. Granuals wont work since we have watering restrictions in South Texas. Any advice?

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The Cy Kick CS you have been using is a great product for Scorpions but we do understand the need for more cost effective options. You want to go with a product that will sit on top of the surface better than the Bifen IT. If you dont have any dark surfaces to treat, you could use a product like Cyp…
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The Cy Kick CS you have been using is a great product for Scorpions but we do understand the need for more cost effective options. You want to go with a product that will sit on top of the surface better than the Bifen IT. If you dont have any dark surfaces to treat, you could use a product like Cyper WP. It is a wettable powder you would mix with water and spray in the same manor you would the Cy Kick CS. A 1lb jar will yield 24-48 gallons of mixed solution depending on the mix ratio you use. If you do have dark surfaces to treat and you are worried about a visible residue, you could swap to something like Equil Lambda 9.7. The problem with treating for scorpions is they are so difficult to kill that it requires a higher dose of chemical per gallon with most products, and a wider area you have to cover. There is not going to be an huge difference in price between many of the products as they all use roughly the same amounts. The Onslaught FastCap Spider and Scorpion Insecticide is a newer product that is supposed to give a better/faster knock down and a longer residual. It may be worth it to try this product as it will give you a few more gallons of solution than the Cy Kick and you may have to spray less often.

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Asked by Michael from Sport,la

06/18/2013

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How often can Bifen IT be applied at the 1 fl oz per gallon (0.06%) rate?
Reading the label, it appears that it is no more than every 7 days.

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Bifen IT has a residual of 90 days indoors and 30 days outdoors. Repeat application should only take place if there are signs of renewed insect activity and must not exceed one application per 7 days. Please view the product label for listed insects and more information.

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Asked by Bill from Eastover Sc 29044

09/07/2013

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Is Bifen IT harmful to carpet? Will it stain?

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Bifen IT should not harm carpets, but it also is not labeled for broadcast application to carpets.

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Asked by Kathy from Rocky Point

02/07/2014

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Using Bifen as a barrier around house for termites
Using the 4 gallon to 10 liner foot trench method, how long should it last in the soil as a barrier? I already have a full container of Bifen I/T or I would use something else, will this work?

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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. Termidor will last 10+ years in the soill and Dominion will l…
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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. Termidor will last 10+ years in the soill and Dominion will last 5-7 years. 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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Asked by Russell from Middleburg Florida

05/29/2014

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What do I need to rid my home of ants and spiders?

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We would recommend our Complete Ant Kit because it fills the dietary needs of most species of household ants providing effective ant control indoors and out and Bifen IT as a general insecticide spray that is tough on ants and spiders. Be sure to keep bait and spray completely separate to preve…
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We would recommend our Complete Ant Kit because it fills the dietary needs of most species of household ants providing effective ant control indoors and out and Bifen IT as a general insecticide spray that is tough on ants and spiders. Be sure to keep bait and spray completely separate to prevent contaminating the bait. Place the bait stations along ant trails and close to ant activity and spray along baseboards window frames, door frames, corners of the rooms, and around the perimeter of your home spraying 2 feet up the side and spraying 2 feet out on the ground all the way around your home.

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Asked by Eugene from Woodville Mississippi

06/09/2014

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Can I spray Bifen IT on the ground for planting a garden with this product?

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Bifen IT can be applied on ornamental plants and shrubs but it is not labeled to be applied to edible gardens. We can offer additional assistance on selecting a product if we had some information on what you were seeking to treat for or to prevent. We can be reached at 866.581.7378 M-F 9-5PM EST.

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Asked by Mtnbonez from Yucaipa.ca

06/11/2014

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Can I use it in a pulse jet fogger?

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No, Bifen I/T is not labeled to be used in a fogger.

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Asked by Josh from Whittier, Ca

06/18/2014

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In live in So CA. Huge spider problem. What's the best indoor/outdoor product available?
Daddy long leg spiders.

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We would recommend using Bifen IT for treating indoors and outdoors. Bifen IT is a great general all purpose insecticide that can be used as a perimter treatment on the outside of home (windows, doors, foundation, yard, trees, bushes) and inside as a crack and crevice spray. You will get a 30 day re…
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We would recommend using Bifen IT for treating indoors and outdoors. Bifen IT is a great general all purpose insecticide that can be used as a perimter treatment on the outside of home (windows, doors, foundation, yard, trees, bushes) and inside as a crack and crevice spray. You will get a 30 day residual on the outside of the home and 90 residual on the inside of home.

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Asked by Alan from Branson, Mo

06/20/2014

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Do you have anything for mosquitoes and flies?
Backyard patio and yard appx. 75 ft. x 80 ft.

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Bifen IT would be a great choice to treat mosquitoes and flies. It dries clear and is odorless. You can apply the mixed solution to lawns, trees, shrubs, indoors. It has a long lasting residual. You may want to retreat during the season once every 30 days.
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Bifen IT would be a great choice to treat mosquitoes and flies. It dries clear and is odorless. You can apply the mixed solution to lawns, trees, shrubs, indoors. It has a long lasting residual. You may want to retreat during the season once every 30 days.
Be sure to spray the undersides of leaves on trees as bushes as this is where mosquitoes like to hang out during the heat of the day.

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Asked by Douglas from United States

07/07/2014

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What product do you recommend for long lasting residential mosquito control using a mist blower?

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Bifen IT is our most popular choice for mosquito control that can be used in a mist blower. You would apply once a month. The most important thing to remember when treating for mosquitoes is that they hang out on the underside of leaves and shrubs. You should treat all shrubs, …
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Bifen IT is our most popular choice for mosquito control that can be used in a mist blower. You would apply once a month. The most important thing to remember when treating for mosquitoes is that they hang out on the underside of leaves and shrubs. You should treat all shrubs, bushes and trees around the outside patio or wherever you hang out at around the house. You should also treat the tree line in your yard near the forest if one exists. Remember to not only treat the main bush or shrub but also the underside of the leaves.

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Asked by Jim from Greensburg, Pa

07/07/2014

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How do I treat red flying ants outside the home?
Once a year I get thousands of red flying ants (winged and un-winged) outside the home around my deck usually in September. I feel fairly confident they are not termites as they have three bodies instead of two. Which product do you recommend I use in a sprayer? Thanks for assistance.

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Bifen It would be a great option for a general pest control spray around the home regularly to kill the ants when they swarm and emerge, as well as any other insects in the area. You would mix it at the rate of 1oz per gallon of water and spray it around the foundation, lawn, bushes, trees, eaves an…
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Bifen It would be a great option for a general pest control spray around the home regularly to kill the ants when they swarm and emerge, as well as any other insects in the area. You would mix it at the rate of 1oz per gallon of water and spray it around the foundation, lawn, bushes, trees, eaves and edges of the home, window and door frames, etc. Bifen It will hold up to the outdoor elements roughly 30-60 days.

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Asked by J from Assigned, California

07/23/2014

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Will Bifen hurt pine and redwood are and do mosquitoes hang out in these evergreens.

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Bifen IT will not harm trees or shrubs when applies as directed. You want to mix 1oz Bifen with 1 gal water. Really be sure to focus on shaded areas that can retain moisture, like undersides of leaves, leaf piles, etc.

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Asked by Anonymous from Newfoundland Canada

08/22/2014

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What to use to get rid of chinch bugs in lawn

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Bifen IT is one of our most popular products for Chinch Bug Control. The key is to use lots of water to carry the Bifen IT down to the thatch layer underneath the grass, where the chinch bugs do the most damage. Please read the product label for proper application instructions.

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Asked by Dillam from Goldsboro

04/13/2015

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How long will it take Bifen IT to work on household ants
I bought this product on a saturday and sprayed my home, it is now monday evening and im still seeing some ants. What should I do about this?

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Bifen It will kill ants that come in contact with it, but it will not eradicate the colony. We would recommend the Complete Ant kit.

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Asked by Bill from Georgetown, Tx

04/26/2015

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How often should I treat my yard with Bifen I/T to kill mole crickets in central Texas
I have an Emerald Zoysia lawn.

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Bifen It would need to be re applied once every 30 days outdoors. Mix 1oz Bifen per gallon water.

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Asked by Mitch from Collinsville, Ok

07/27/2015

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What is the mix ratio for Bifen IT for webworms on trees?

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When applying Bifen IT for fall webworms or other ornamental pests, use 0.125-0.25 ounces of concentrate per 1,000 square feet, or 5.4-10.8 oz. per 100 galons of water for high volume applications. See the product label for complete application instructions.

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Asked by Russ from Albuquerque, Nm

04/01/2016

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When should I spray Bifen for pine beetles?
Apr, May? It has been a dry winter/spring here near Albuquerque. Do I spray earlier because the bugs fly sooner? What is best part of month and/or moisture amounts to spray?

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You should contact your local cooperative extension office to find out the best time to start spraying a product like Bifen IT in your region. They are more familiar with the timing of insect activity in your area. We can say that it should be applied monthly through the beetles active months.
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You should contact your local cooperative extension office to find out the best time to start spraying a product like Bifen IT in your region. They are more familiar with the timing of insect activity in your area. We can say that it should be applied monthly through the beetles active months.

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Asked by Dave from Georgetown, Sc

04/30/2016

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What is the mix ratio for Bifen IT in a 20 gal hose end sprayer?

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Bifen IT is mixed at 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft.

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Asked by Jim from Shorewood, Il

04/30/2016

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Can I use Bifen IT for mosquitos near edible vegetation?
I am looking for an insecticide that takes care of mosquitos and gnats and can be sprayed on or near vegetables. Is there a product that can do this? I read that Bifen IT is not permitted for use on vegetation. Many thanks for the help in advance.

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We would recommend using Hi Yield Indoor/Outdoor Permethrin 10% Insecticide. It is safe for use on edibles and is labeled for mosquitoes. The mixing ratio is 1-3 oz. per 4 gallons of water. This will treat approximately 4000 square feet. This can also be used in your lawn for mosquitoes as well.

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