Bifen IT - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Nate
    08/11/2021
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    Does Bifen IT cause discoloration or fading on painted hardy plank siding?
    I have hardy plank siding with a dark gray paint. I'm noticing some light spots after spraying.
    A

    When treating exterior foundations, siding, around windows, doors, etc using Bifen IT at the advised labeled rate of 0.5 to 1 fl oz per gallon of water, there should be no staining, discoloration or visible residue. Make sure you are shaking the contents of the sprayer when mixing and during the application to ensure the insecticide is completely suspended throughout the water, especially as the mixed solution gets low. 
    Per the Bifen IT product label: Bifen I/T will not discolor or otherwise harm surfaces that water alone will not discolor or otherwise harm
     

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  • Asked by Marty from Bismarck Nd
    08/12/2021
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    Will Bifen IT work on grasshoppers?
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    Bifen IT is labeled for grasshoppers. Please be sure to carefully read the product label for specific application instructions. 

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  • Asked by Viktor from Midlothian
    08/15/2021
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    What product can use in rotation with Bifen IT to treat Spider Mites on Arbor Vitae Green Giants?
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    Avid 0.15 EC Miticide Insecticide (Group 6 Insecticide) can be used in rotation with Bifen IT (Group 3 insecticide) for Spider Mite control.

    Avid 0.15 EC Miticide is should be applied for 2- 3 applications at 7 day intervals at the product label rate of 4 fl oz per 100 gallons of water (0.24 tsps per gallon of water) before rotating to Bifen IT for 2 to 3 applications at 7 day intervals at the rate of 0.25 fl oz to 0.5 fl oz per gallon of water per the product label

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  • Asked by Oscar from El Paso, Tx
    08/16/2021
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    Can I use a Ryobi Fogger/Sprayer to apply Bifen IT outdoors for mosquito control?
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    Bifen IT cannot be used in ULV, Thermal or Propane fogging equipment and only labeled to be used in a pressurized hand pump sprayer, backpack sprayer or gas powered mist blower that provides larger droplets.

    Please view our ULV Fogging Solutions and Thermal Fogging Solutions for products labeled to be used in fogging applications.

    Please view our Mosquito Treatment Guide for more detailed information. 

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  • Asked by Chris from Montgomery City, Mo
    08/16/2021
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    Is Bifen IT labeled for hoverflies (aka syrphid flies) in Missouri?
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    Bifen IT could possibly kill hoverflies if they contact a treated area long enough to receive a lethal dose.  Hoverflies are actually beneficial insects that feed on other insects that might attack plants. They also are pollinators that help your flowering plants. We apologize that we do not offer advice/products for killing beneficial insects. 

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  • Asked by James from Grosse Ile, Mi
    09/12/2021
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    If using Bifen IT for armyworms in my lawn, when should a do a follow up application?
    When I initially applied, I had moths, worms and pupa present. Based on the life cycle of the army worms, how long would you recommend waiting before a follow up treatment to address the pupa which would not have been affected by the product?
    A

    For Armyworm control, Bifen IT is applied at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft with repeat applications done every 30 days.

    Please view our Armyworm Treatment Guide for more information. 

     

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  • Asked by David from Germantown Tn
    09/13/2021
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    Is Bifen IT okay to spray on hardwood floors and molding?
    A

    Bifen IT should only be applied to interior cracks and crevices quarterly (where floor meets the wall) and monthly to listed exterior areas as directed. 

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  • Asked by Marc from Jacksonville
    10/07/2021
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    Is Bifen IT harmful to Italian cypress trees?
    I was wondering if it is harmful to get overspray or spray of my friends are in on an Italian cypress tree.
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    The Cypress trees will not be affected by Bifen IT when used as directed, it is known for being super gentle on plants. It is safe to spray onto those areas, and may return once product has dried. If your friend is applying the product, we encourage them to wear long sleeves, long pants, and a face mask to protect them while spraying.  

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  • Asked by James from Alameda, Ca
    10/10/2021
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    Is yucca extract (Therm-X 70 specifically) compatible with Bifen IT and a viable option as a spreader sticker to improve control against plant pests?
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    We recommend performing a jar test to ensure they are compatible and test a small inconspicuous area prior to treating a larger area. 

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  • Asked by Mike from Villages, Fl
    10/18/2021
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    How often should I treat my newly sodded lawn with Bifen IT or Bifen L/P?
    A

    Bifen IT should be applied once monthly to the lawn or the Bifen L/P Granules once every 2-4  months as directed. Either formulation can be used as long as appropriate rates are used.

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  • Asked by Lilpaul from Baytown,texas
    11/23/2021
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    Can Bifen IT be applied around the base of outside rubber plant?
    A

    Bifen IT can be used to treat around potted or containerized plants outdoors. 

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  • Asked by Caroline from Orlando, Fl
    11/30/2021
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    Can Bifen IT be safely applied to pet bedding? I know to keep pets away until the spray has dried.
    I'm finding ticks in and under the dog beds. I do wash and dry the covers, but would like to spray them with the Bifen IT.
    A

    Bifen IT cannot be applied to pet bedding and not recommended for active infestations of fleas/ticks indoors. Bifen IT can be used outdoors for fleas and ticks in lawns, bushes, trees, shrubs and landscape beds.

    The Indoor Flea & Tick Kit would be the best treatment for fleas and ticks indoors. The PT Alpine Flea Aerosol can be applied to pet bedding, carpets, rugs and other resting areas. Once dry, it is safe for pets to lay on the bedding. 

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  • Asked by Kelly from Friendswood, Tx
    01/03/2022
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    How much Bifen IT and Nyguard IGR in a 2 gal sprayer for lawn flea control
    Does the IGR need to be added for each treatment?
    A

    Bifen IT is applied at 0.25 fl oz- 0.5 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. NyGuard IGR is mixed at 4ml to 8ml per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft . These two products can be tank mixed in a handpump sprayer, backpack sprayer or mist blower. Fill the tank 1/2 way with water, add the recommended rate for the insecticide/IGR you are using (Bifen IT / NyGuard IGR), shake the solution and then fill the tank the remaining way with water. Tighten pump handle and shake sprayer solution again. 

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  • Asked by Susan from Essexville, Mi
    02/28/2022
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    Is it okay/safe to mist indoor plants with water for humidification after an application of Bifen IT has dried for atleast 6 hours?
    Will Bifen drip off house plants if we spray with water for humidification after it dries for six hours? If water drips off the plants onto the floor/carpet, is it safe?
    A

    Yes, once the application of Bifen IT dries, water will not reactivate the product.

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  • Asked by Eric
    03/14/2022
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    Is Bifen IT good indoors against Silverfish if it is a repellent?
    I see in the description it says Bifen IT is a repellent insecticide. I thought it was best to use a non-repellent for silverfish indoors, since I want the silverfish to run through the residual poison left behind after product dries. Will the silverfish just run away from the areas I treated with Bifen to another part of my house?
    A

    Although Bifen IT is considered a repellent insecticide, it is not a true repellent in that it “repels” insects away. Insects will still be able to contact the treated surfaces and eventually die from through contact of the active ingredient. Bifen IT is included in our Silverfish Kit that you can view HERE

    If wanting a non repellent insecticide, Temprid FX is a dual mode of action inseciticide using 2 active ingredients, one providing a fast kill and then a non repellent residual to go undetected as insects cross the treated areas. 

    Please view our Silverfish Treatment Guide for more information and product recommendations for a complete treatment program. 

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  • Asked by Charlie from Mpls, Mn
    03/20/2022
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    Is there any benefit to mixing Bifen IT with Dominion for general perimeter pest control?
    I usually spray Bifen around the perimeter of my house for general pest control. I'm wondering if adding Dominion would be helpful since I've been solely using Bifen for the last 5yrs or so without any rotation.
    A

    A better option than mixing Dominion 2L or another product with Bifen IT would be switching to a different product. Alpine WSG would be a great product to rotate with Bifen IT since it is a different class of active ingredient. Another great option is Temprid FX, which has imidacloprid (which is in Dominion 2L) plus beta-cyfluthrin.

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  • Asked by Mysterie from Denham Springs La
    03/29/2022
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    Can people stay in the home after spraying Bifen IT along the cracks and edges of walls?
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    People and pets should be kept out of the area until the application of Bifen IT (or any insecticide) has completely dried. This can usually take 1-2 hours. Once dry, it is safe to reenter the area. 

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  • Asked by Ken from Sebastian, Florida
    04/04/2022
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    Can Bifen IT be used in a hose end sprayer? If so, what are the settings?
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    Bifen I/T is a concentrate that can be used in tank sprayers or hose end sprayers, as long as the hose end unit has a dial to select the correct mix rate. The Bifen Product Label states to use anywhere between 0.5 and 1 oz per gallon of water dependent on the pest you are treating for and severity of the existing population. This means you can choose either of these settings on your dial of your hose end sprayer, and that is the amount of concentrate it will pull and disperse per gallon of water. 

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  • Asked by Wynee from New Orleans
    06/04/2022
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    How long to I have to wait to treat Bifen IT outdoors?
    While using it for inside the house, is it okay to spray Bifen IT while there are people inside?
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    Only the applicator should be present during the application of Bifen IT until everything has dried completely and then others can return. You can treat the exterior once monthly and quarterly to interior cracks and crevices. 

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  • Asked by Bernard
    06/05/2022
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    Can Bifen IT be used as a soil treatment for termites?
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    Bifen IT can be used as a trench method of termites directly around the foundation for Subterranean Termites and will provide a 1 year barrier protection. Application rates for Bifen IT are 1 fl oz per gallon of water using 4 gallons of mixed solution every 10 linear feet in a 6 in x 6 in trench. 

    For Termite Trench Treatments, a better product would be Taurus SC as this product lasts in the soil for 10 year barrier protection against termites. Taurus SC is applied at 0.8 fl oz per gallon of water with using 4 gallons of mixed solution every 10 linear feet in a 6 in x 6 in trench. 

    View our Termite Treatment Guide for more information. 

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