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Asked by Brad from Tennessee05/09/2024QWill it kill ticks?A
Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for tick control.
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Asked by Michael from La Porte05/12/2024QIs Bifenthrin 7.9 the same as Bifen IT?
Also is it safe around dogs?AYes, ProCare Bifen 7.9 Insecticide & Bifen IT are essentially the same product. They are just made by different companies & come in different sizes. Pets should be kept off the lawn while wet & they may return once the product has dried
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Asked by Jake from Saint Louis Park, Mn05/13/2024QIf I only spray outdoors will it push bugs into the house?
Do I need to spray indoors first, allow a time period for the product to take effect, and then spray outdoors? If I only spray outdoors on the perimeter of my house will it push bugs from the exterior into the house?ABifen IT can be used indoors as well you will just apply it to baseboards, window frames, and door frames. I typically recommend just applying outdoors as a barrier but they will cross it and get in the home but they will eventually die. If you do apply indoors, you can apply indoors and out on the …
Read Full Answer »Bifen IT can be used indoors as well you will just apply it to baseboards, window frames, and door frames. I typically recommend just applying outdoors as a barrier but they will cross it and get in the home but they will eventually die. If you do apply indoors, you can apply indoors and out on the same day. -
Asked by Scott05/19/2024QWhat is the mixing ratio, ounces of product per gallon of water, to kill scorpions?A
Bifen IT is mixed at 1 oz. per gallon of water.
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Asked by Larry from Cornelius Nc05/21/2024QCan you use this on covered docks over water?A
Bifen IT is not designed to be used along the perimeter of lakes since it is harmful to aquatic life so would not be used around docks. We recommend keeping Bifen IT treatments at least 25 feet from bodies of water to avoid runoff into the lake. You could use the all natural EcoVia instead which m…
Read Full Answer »Bifen IT is not designed to be used along the perimeter of lakes since it is harmful to aquatic life so would not be used around docks. We recommend keeping Bifen IT treatments at least 25 feet from bodies of water to avoid runoff into the lake. You could use the all natural EcoVia instead which many folks use to treat their docks for mosquitoes spiders, and other insects that is safe around water. -
Asked by Tammy05/23/2024QHow long do you leave on floors before stem mopping?
For fleasABifen IT is not labeled for use across interior surfaces as a broadcast per the product label. Any carpets that have been treated should be shampooed/steam cleaned thoroughly to remove the product, hard floor surfaces can be mopped or steam cleaned to remove. Bifen should only be applied along b…
Read Full Answer »Bifen IT is not labeled for use across interior surfaces as a broadcast per the product label. Any carpets that have been treated should be shampooed/steam cleaned thoroughly to remove the product, hard floor surfaces can be mopped or steam cleaned to remove. Bifen should only be applied along baseboards and in cracks and crevices when used inside. -
Asked by Jon from Springhfiled, Missouri05/25/2024QCan you use Bifen IT in an electrostatic fogger and if so what is the ratio of product to water?A
No, Bifen I/T is not labeled to be used in an electrostatic fogger.
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Asked by Ruben from Waldwick, Nj05/25/2024QI sprayed part of the outdoor playset with a mist blower should I be worried?A
Bifen IT is not labeled for use on playsets but you can treat the ground around that area. You can remove the product with soap and water.
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Asked by Cecile from Sudbury. On.05/28/2024QIs this safe for plants?
I would like to spray my plants also with the rest of the outside walls.. also is this purchased in CanadaABifen IT is labeled to be sprayed on ornamental plants. We would recommend applying early morning or late evening to ensure you do not damage your plants due to the heat. At this time, we do not ship to Canada.
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Asked by Josh from North Carolina05/31/2024QI've been using Bifen IT and had success early, but now 1 to 2 weeks later we're being mauled.
I also use dunks on nearby ponds. The tiger skeeters are aggressively biting in daylight just 2 weeks after I did an application of bifen. I've done 3 applications this year since March when they get going. I'm using a ULV fogger and tank mixing some pyrethrin and IG regulator, I've measured the coverage area and applied it correctly. Are they just flying through from the neighbor's yard? We're getting killed!ABifen IT cannot be applied via a ULV Fogger. It can only be applied via a sprayer or mister. Generally, products that can be fogged do not leave a residual. We cannot say for certain what effects fogging the product may have caused, but we would recommend spraying your next application. It is also p…
Read Full Answer »Bifen IT cannot be applied via a ULV Fogger. It can only be applied via a sprayer or mister. Generally, products that can be fogged do not leave a residual. We cannot say for certain what effects fogging the product may have caused, but we would recommend spraying your next application. It is also possible that they are coming from the neighbor's yard. Insects need to come in contact with areas sprayed with Bifen in order to be affected -
Asked by Abby from Spartanburg, Sc06/02/2024QWill Bifen IT harm chickens that eat plants that have been sprayed?
Also, is it safe to eat eggs or chickens that have consumed Bifen IT treated foliage?ABifen I/T is used in poultry housing and facilities as long as the chickens are removed from the area while you treat them. You should still be able to use it in their grazing areas with no issue since they are not actually feeding on the grass/potential seeds placed out but on the insects in that …
Read Full Answer »Bifen I/T is used in poultry housing and facilities as long as the chickens are removed from the area while you treat them. You should still be able to use it in their grazing areas with no issue since they are not actually feeding on the grass/potential seeds placed out but on the insects in that area after everything has dried. If you have any concerns with the Bifen I/T usage, another option that is safe to use in grazing areas is Essentria All Purpose. You still have to remove the chickens during the application but once dry is safe to return just like the Bifen IT. Neither product should have any effect on their eggs at all as long as you are following usage instructions. -
Asked by Matt from Ramona Oklahoma06/08/2024QCan I spray Bifen IT on newly budding pine trees and is morning time the best time to spray it?A
Bifen IT can be applied to ornamentals. We suggest applying when temperatures are 45 to 85 degrees. The temperature restrictions only apply to the time of application and not during the course of the day.
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Asked by Dean from Hibbing Mn06/09/2024QFor heavy mosquito populations should I use 1oz per gallon or 2 oz per gallon of Biden IT?A
Bifen IT should be applied at 1 oz per gallon of water. Please see our guide below for more info on how to treat and prevent these pests.
https://www.domyown.com/how-to-get-rid-of-mosquitoes-a-493.html
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Asked by Tony from Statesboro, Ga06/10/2024QI have used Talak for earwigs. I sprayed the entire yard over a month ago but noticed the earwigs were coming into the house. I sprayed around the perimeter of the house (5 feet on the house and 10 feet from the house) but I still have an earwig problem. The front of the house has pine straw in flower beds. The back of the house is just grass to the foundation. After only one week, I do not see any difference in the decline in earwigs. In fact, they have gotten worse and now are entering the house. I am afraid to spray again with it only being a week. Any suggestions?A
You should not be spraying with Talak or most insecticides more often than once a month as these are residual products that last on the surface for at least that long after being applied. You cannot control any insect population in a week, especially if they are well-established and in high numbers …
Read Full Answer »You should not be spraying with Talak or most insecticides more often than once a month as these are residual products that last on the surface for at least that long after being applied. You cannot control any insect population in a week, especially if they are well-established and in high numbers around the home or property. Pine straw, mulch, ground covers, and rock are all ideal environments for earwigs to live and thrive. There are plenty of food sources and moisture under them to provide them with a cozy and attractive space. Heavy rains and abrupt outdoor condition changes can cause insects to migrate or move indoors temporarily, and only exclusion will truly keep insects out as the insecticide does not create a barrier they cannot cross, just one they will die from crossing after a period of time once the insecticide has made its way into their system.
We'd recommend reviewing our Earwig Control & Prevention Guide to help get a better idea of how these pests function and how to make the best treatments to get control over them over time. Patience when treating will be needed. -
Asked by Daniel from Ohio06/11/2024QSmall area to treat for pests. Can I use a typical hand held spray bottle to apply?A
Bifen IT is only intended to be applied via a traditional sprayer, not a spray bottle. You could make a smaller batch in your sprayer if needed for a smaller area.
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Asked by Tom from Chelsea, Mi06/11/2024QHow long before and after spraying Bifen IT for ticks & chiggers should I cut my grass?A
We would recommend waiting 2-3 days after applying Bifen IT to mow your lawn.
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Asked by Zach06/11/2024QWe have a lot of outdoor roaches. They love our retaining wall. Will this product work for them?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.
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Asked by Jeff from Newton Grove Nc06/15/2024QWhat is the withdrawal time for Bifen IT on sweet corn?A
Bifen IT should NOT be applied to sweet corn or anything else that is edible, applications should be kept at least 15 feet away from anything edible. Sevin Concentrate can be used on sweet corn up to 3 days before harvest, per the product label.
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Asked by Tyler from Visalia Ca06/16/2024QIs Bifin I/T safe to use around Koi ponds?A
Bifen IT like most insecticides will be harmful to fish if it gets into the pond. According to the label "This pesticide is extremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. To protect the environment, do not allow pesticides to enter or run off into storm drains, drainage ditches, gutters, or sur…
Read Full Answer »Bifen IT like most insecticides will be harmful to fish if it gets into the pond. According to the label "This pesticide is extremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. To protect the environment, do not allow pesticides to enter or run off into storm drains, drainage ditches, gutters, or surface waters. Applying this product in calm weather when rain is not predicted for the next 24 hours will help to ensure that wind or rain does not blow or wash pesticide off the treatment area. Rinsing application equipment over the treated area will help avoid runoff to water bodies or drainage systems. Care should be used when spraying to avoid fish and reptile pets in/around ornamental ponds. This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or residues on blooming crops or weeds." -
Asked by Kiet from Springfield,missouri06/19/2024QI would like to buy Bifen but I am not sure what kind is the strongest one to kill insects outdoors such as mosquitoes fly and some kind of bites us badly.A
Bifen IT is a great option for controlling and killing mosquitoes. It is mixed at 1 oz per gallon of water per 1000 sq ft and sprayed over everything outdoors that isn't edible every 30 days.