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  • Asked by Alan from Durham, Nc
    09/25/2014
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    Can I recharge Bifen IT?
    Instead of dumping the surplus mixed Bifen IT somewhere, with whatever toxicicity concerns that entails, can I just keep the mix in the jug and re-dose the old mix a month or two later with a new shot of Bifen?
    A

    No, once Bifen IT has been mixed with water it either needs to be used or discarded within 24 hours of mixing with water. Do not let Bifen IT sit in the sprayer for longer than 24 hours as the dilution starts to separate and will clog the lines of your sprayer.

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    10 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jou from Lumberton, Nc
    11/26/2015
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    Will Bifen IT kill bedbugs?
    A

    Bifen IT is labeled to use for bed bugs (not for residential areas), however we advise following our Bed Bug Guide that provides information on which items to use and where to apply them. Our Bed Bug Kits provide the best and most economical combination of products recommended for treating for bed bugs in your home.

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    9 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kevin from Berlin, Md
    09/14/2015
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    Can you mix Bifen IT and Termidor for termites?
    A

    Bifen IT and Termidor should not be mixed for termite control.  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.  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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    9 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rhonda from Nashville, Tn
    07/29/2015
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    Is treating with Bifen IT the best way to treat cicadas in an ornamental cherry tree and also the ground around it?
    I want to also kill the larvae that is in the ground.
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    Bifen IT will kill Cicada Killers that come into contact with treated areas for a sufficient amount of time to receive a lethal dose. It is labeled for non-edible trees and shrubs. You will need to dilute 1 fl oz of Bifen IT per gallon of water and broadcast spray over the areas where you have noticed activity. Most folks notice only very limited results from broadcast sprays of insecticides for cicada killers because they don't land and walk around for a long enough time before entering their underground burrow. Please read below for the most effective treatment method:

    Cicada Killer wasps thrive in disturbed environments, such as landscaped yards and places where bare soil is exposed. You can discourage the wasps from nesting in your yard by cutting your grass on the highest setting and by adding a thick layer of mulch to flower beds during the Cicada Killer Wasp season. These wasps do not like over saturated lawns either, so over watering during their season will help prevent them. Unfortunately, there is no fool proof way to prevent cicada killer wasps. For prevention, you can try to use a granular insecticide such as Talstar PL  Granules in the couple of weeks before this pest is known to emerge. For current infestations, you would need to use Delta dust in each individual burrow.

    We also like to let our customers know that the Cicada Killer wasps are beneficial insects that provide free pest control for a couple months each year. Cicada killer wasps paralyze and provision their burrows with other insects to feed their young.  The beneficial Cicada killer wasps, while large and intimidating to see, are mostly harmless and there have been very few reports of anyone getting stung by just being near them. In most cases where a sting was reported, the wasps were being held or molested in some way. Cicada Killer Wasp stings are also reported to be almost painless.

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    9 of 20 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bobby from Nashville
    05/15/2013
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    Mosquitoes are still terrible right now after using Bifen IT?
    Why would someone still have a lot of mosquitoes even though multiple acres were treated and the proper application techniques and chemical ratio was used
    A
    It sounds like the life cycle needs to be interrupted. You may want to use a larvicide. Larvicides- Mosquito larvae will breed wherever suitable water is available, including bird baths, old automobile tires, rain barrels, ponds, abandoned or unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types), ditches, tree holes, roof gutters, flower pots, animal watering troughs, elevator shafts,. If it is not possible to eliminate a particular source, larvicides may be used to kill mosquito larvae before they are able to develop into breeding adults. Larvicides may take the form of either briquettes or granules that are placed in standing water and release chemical for up to 30 days.
    Briquette Larvicides: BTI Mosquito Briquettes Granule Larvicide: Altosid Pro-G Mosquito Larvicide

    You can also mix in Nyguard Igr which will prevent the  larvae from maturing into reproducing adults. Nyguard IGR can also cause sterility and possible death in adult mosquitos.

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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tim from New Lisbon
    06/18/2015
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    Should I spray Perimeter or whole lawn with Bifen IT?
    I have been spraying the whole lawn in the past as well as the perimeter. Is it just as effective to spray only the perimeter or should one spray inside of that like on trees and shrubs? Can you please help me on this question
    A
    Whether you should spray your whole lawn or just the perimeter with Bifen I/T or any other insecticide is entirely dependent on what pests you are primarily treating for. For example, if fleas, ants, chinch bugs or crickets are your main pests, we would suggest continuing to spray your whole lawn. If mosquitoes and flies are your main pests, then focusing your sprays on bushes, trees and areas of dense foliage would be best. But at any time if you feel it gives you better control over all the pests in your area to treat the whole yard then that is entirely up to you.
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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Marc from Collegeville ,pa
    06/18/2015
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    Will Bifen kill deer flies around my yard?
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    Yes, Bifen IT will work for deer flies. You will use 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water.
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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bob from Salida, Co
    01/08/2014
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    How many oz of Bifen IT do I add to a one gal hand sprayer for clover mites on outside home area?
    A
    Per the product label for Bifen IT you would mix 1 oz per gallon of water.
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    9 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Emmanuel from Florida
    12/15/2016
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    Does Bifen IT kill carpenter ants?
    It says it has 3 months residual effect - is that only for indoors or will it last that long outdoors as well? So after 24 hours, it is rain proof for 3 months (more or less)?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled to eliminate carpenter ants. The residual indoors is 90 days and 30 days outdoors. This product can be used as a broadcast across your lawn as well. It is rainproof after 6 hours.

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    9 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by E from Atlanta, Ga
    09/04/2019
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    How should Bifen IT be applied to houseplants to treat for fungus gnats?
    A

    Bifen IT is safe on house plants on the foliage.  For fungus gnats you would be using as a soil drench to treat.  The other option is to allow the soil to dry out completely as this will kill any larvae in the soil.

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    9 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Doris from Nc
    11/28/2018
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    Will Bifen IT kill silverfish?
    How often should it be applied?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for silverfish and will do a great job helping to eliminate them. Be sure to spray in all of the cracks and crevices where silverfish are known to harbor for best results. You will mix 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. and it can be applied every 30 days on the outside of the structure and every 90 days to the indoor cracks and crevices. Keep in mind that these pests frequent humid areas such as bathrooms and stored paper goods like files and wallpaper, so non-chemical steps to correct those conditions will help eliminate this pest.

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    9 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chad from Union
    02/21/2018
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    Can I spray Bifen IT everywhere in my attic, even on the insulation?
    A

    Bifen IT can be sprayed in the attic but only in cracks and crevices; it is not labeled to be broadcast. 

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    9 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bob from Goldthwaite, Tx
    06/30/2018
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    Does Bifen IT kill chiggers?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be used for chiggers.  

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    9 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tatia from Durand
    10/09/2019
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    Does Bifen IT kill asian beetles
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for Asian Lady Beetles.  

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    8 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jim from Las Vegas, Nv
    07/26/2018
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    What kind of mask should I use to apply Bifen IT?
    A

    A mask is not required to apply Bifen IT if you are applying in a well-venitlated area.  If you are applying in a small, confined space with poor ventilation, you can use something like the N95 Valved Respirator Mask. 

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  • Asked by Jj
    07/25/2018
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    Dose Bifen IT kill army worms?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT can be applied to lawns for control of armyworms. You will apply 0.18-0.25 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft. Please refer to the product label for full mixing and application instructions for treating armyworms.

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    8 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John from Carrollton, Ga
    11/30/2017
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    Will Bifen IT kill slugs?
    Slugs on the decks, crawling up the sliding glass doors. Nasty. Thanks for your help.
    A

    Bifen IT is not labeled to control slugs. Slugs put down a continuous layer of mucus which makes it impossible for dried deposits of insecticide sprays to reach the actual slug. You will need to use a slug bait such as Sluggo Plus or Hi-Yield Improved Slug and Snail Bait to control the slugs.

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  • Asked by Nathan
    07/03/2018
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    Does Bifen IT kill flies?
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    Yes, Bifen IT can be used for flies.  You may want to take a look at our Fly Control Guide for more information on implementing a successful treatment program.  

     

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  • Asked by Bj from Ms
    06/18/2018
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    Will Bifen IT kill water bugs and cockroaches?
    A

    Yes, Bifen IT is labeled for roaches and will kill them. This product is not recommended if you have an active infestation of roaches. If you see an occasional roach, this can be used indoors and outdoors for control. The mixing ratio is 1 fl oz per gallon of water.

    Also, please check out our Roach Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent roaches.

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  • Asked by Jason from Springfield
    06/06/2018
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    Can I mix Bifen IT with a fungicide?
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    As long as you follow instructions for each product, yes, you can tank mix Bifen IT with a fungicide. 

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