Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules Help - Questions and Answers

Asked by Chris from Atlanta, Ga

05/15/2014

Q

I have a dog, I was told to spray water after application in my yard, the bag said not to? What should I do?
My local do it yourself pest control said to add water to kill adult fleas, but the bag said no? What should I do, I don't want to hurt my dog.

A

Bifen Granules should be broadcast in the lawn and then watered in and dried before the dog returns to the treated areas. Once the area is completely dried it will be pet safe.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

2 of 3 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Theresa from Ocean Springs, Ms

05/04/2014

Q

How long will it take to see results once Bifen granules are applied?

A

Bifen Granules will kill insects after they come incontact with the treated area. The kill time all depends on what you are treating for. It can take take minutes to hours to kill a pest.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

10 of 15 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Fred from Lehigh Acres, Florida

03/12/2014

Q

Bigheaded ants: Need advice as how to treat and which product you have.

A

Insecticide granules such as Bifen granules would be a good choice to help control the population of big headed ants as it will last for 3-4 months. Bifen Granules will kill ants that venture on to treated areas. Another great choice would be to use Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait. This bait is also labeled for big headed ants specifically and would be a great choice for your use. Extinguish Plus combines the power of hydramethylnon with an insect growth regulator (like birth control for ants) to kill big headed ant workers and prevent queens from laying fertile eggs. This product would kill the ants that picked up the bait and also kill the ants back at the colony

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

20 of 24 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Teresa from Apex, Nc

10/08/2013

Q

Is Bifen Granules harmful to children?
If I put this on my lawn will this be harmful if my children play outside?

A

Bifen Granules are a pet and children safe product when applied correctly because it is broadcast over lawn in small quantities. Please be sure to follow the product label for proper application.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

94 of 106 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Micheal from Birmingham, Al

07/13/2013

Q

Can the Bifen Granules be used for black widows?

A

The Bifen Granules are not labeled for black widows or spider control in general and would not work for your needs. To control black widows or any other spider, you have to not only treat with the appropriate chemicals, like Cyper WP which comes in our Spider Control Kit, but also take the non-chemical steps of eliminating areas around the home that would be perfect living conditions for the spiders. You can see in our article How To Get Rid Of Black Widow Spiders, just what steps to take and where to look and treat to eliminate them from your environment. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Rita from Foley, Al

07/08/2013

Q

Bifen was spread accidently at base of our avocado trees. What are long term effects?
Can we consume the fruit from the avocado trees? Do we need to replace the mint it was also sprinkled on or leave as is?

A

Please contact Control Solutions, the manufacturer, to go over exactly how much was used in these areas and what harmful effects could potentially come from exposure to edible vegetation. They will be experts on their own product and can better answer what to do and how long before the avocado trees can be harvested. You can reach Control solutions at 1-281-892-2500.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

Asked by Joy from Raleigh, Nc

06/28/2013

Q

To kill and control ants, should I put the ant bait stations down first?
Or do the granules go down first or should I put them down at the same time?

A

We would not recommend applying Bifen Granules in the locations where you are setting the bait stations. This may interfere with the bait attractants Please find our article " Advantages of Ant Bait" for more information. Now if you are using a bait station that is not on the ground like Ant NO More, you can apply Bifen near the stations and you would want to apply the granular first.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Steve from Florida Panhandle

06/18/2013

Q

What is the best product to get rid of spittlebugs?
I tried the Bifen granules, but it didn't get rid of them. Would a spray work better? Does it need to be watered in?

A

You can water the bifen granules to halp activate the active ingredient. you may also want to look into Hi Yield Bug Blaster 2.4 RTS. This product comes ready to spray just hook your water hose into the bottle and spray. Blug blaster is specifically labeled to treat spittle bugs.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Brian from Ri

06/11/2013

Q

Will a large amount of rainfall decrease effectiveness of the Bifen Granules?
I put down a 10 foot wide barrier of Bifen granules in the lawn around our house to keep carpenter ants from entering. I planned to take advantage of natural rainfall to water the granules into the lawn. Unfortunately, what was forecast to be rain showers turned out to be 4 inches of rain as measured in our rain gauge. I don't think the water actually ran off and took the insecticide with it. However, will just the large amount of rainfall decrease its effectiveness in the soil? Should I apply another treatment?

A

A large amount of rain fall should not take away the effectiveness of Bifen Granules. especially if there was no run off. You would want to reapply in 2 months time.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

70 of 74 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Susan from Palm Coast, Fl

05/24/2013

Q

Will this product kill little geckos or lizzards? I don't want to hurt the little guys.

A

Bifen Granules will not kill geckos or lizards. This product will kill the insects that the geckos and lizards eat, therefore the geckos and lizards may go find food elsewhere.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

25 of 27 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by G. from Sf Bay Area, Ca.

05/13/2013

Q

Can you use Bifen Granules in your home, and if so what do you use to apply it indoors?
I have ordered from your company several times, due to my ongoing problem with Springtails. I would like to get rid of them once, and for all so I am considering ordering Bifen Granules. My question is can you use this product in your home, and if so what do you use to apply it indoors? Please answer ASAP, because it has been over a month that I been dealing these horrible creatures! :(

A

Bifen granules can not be used indoors as this is a product designed to be watered in after placed down, and this application would not work indoors. You would need the Bifen IT, the concentrate version of the Bifen Granules that can be used indoors and outdoors. You would spray the Bifen inside around baseboards, cracks, crevices, windows and door frames and around plumbing pipes. You would also spray about 2-3 feet up the side of your foundation of your home and 2-3 feet out on the ground, and then create a barrier across the lawn with the Bifen granules. You will need to find the areas in and around your home where there seems to be a moisture issue. Please refer to our How To Get Rid Of Springtails article to see proper treatment methods for the pest and where to look for sources of the nesting site.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

13 of 14 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Bret from Frederick Maryland

05/07/2013

Q

Do Bifen Granules kill the gnats that fly around your face?

A

First you want to make sure to eliminate as much moisture in the area as possible. Bifen Granules are not specifically labeled for gnats. This does not mean it will not kill them. We recommend using a liquid concentrate like Talstar P . Talstar can be applied to trees, shrubs, lawns, indoors and in areas containing moisture.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

0 of 2 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Robert from Wilmingtons, Nc

05/07/2013

Q

Is Bifen effective against ground pearl? In what form?

A

As far as we know there are no known insecticides that will work on Ground Pearl. Ground Pearl is a type of hearty armored scale, and other than natural enemies like ants, no true solution is available. The best solution to try is to reduce plant stress by following recommended fertility and irrigation recommendations to enable turfgrass tolerate the damage. You may also want to contact your local Cooperative Extension office to see if they have any recommendations.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

0 of 3 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by John from Atlanta

04/27/2013

Q

Scotts Edgeguard Mini Spreader- what setting do I use?

A

We don't have the exact spreader setting for your model spreader. The easiest way to determine the correct setting for you needs is outlined below:

If you need to use 3lbs of product per 1,000 sq ft you would add 3 lb of product to spreader, start with a medium setting, then apply product to a 20 x 50 ft area (1,000 sq ft). If you have product left, your setting is too low. If you run out of product, your setting is too high

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

0 of 16 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Annie from Warner Robins, Georgia

04/13/2013

Q

When is the best time of day to spray Bifen for springtails?

A

You can apply Talstar any time of day for springtail control.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by G

03/26/2013

Q

Do Bifenthrin Granules help with German roaches?

A

Bifenthrin granules can help stop German roaches that are outside from reaching your home. The granules will not help with an existing roach infestation. We recommend you use our Roach Control Kit #2 if you have an existing roach infestation indoors.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by John from Friendswood,tx

12/05/2012

Q

Would this product help me control chinch bugs or brown patch?

A

Bifen LP will help control chinch bugs when it is put down during their season. Bifen LP does not control brown patch as brown patch is a fungus. You can see our full listing of fungicides for brown patch here: Brown Patch Products.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Joe from Ny

05/24/2012

Q

What number do I use for a Scotts Speedy Green rotary spreader for application of Bifen Granules?

A

We don't have the exact spreader setting for your model spreader. The easiest way to determine the correct setting to apply Bifen Granules is as follows:

If you need to use 3lbs of product per 1,000 sq ft you would add 3 lb of product to spreader, start with a medium setting, then apply product to a 20 x 50 ft area (1,000 sq ft). If you have product left, your setting is too low. If you run out of product, your setting is too high

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

57 of 138 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by George from Pharr, Texas

04/30/2012

Q

What type of granule is the Bifen LP?
Is it the larger granules for use in a lawn spreader of more of the sandy granules?

A

Bifen LP is the finer sandy granule. Talstar EZ contains the same active ingredient as Bifen LP but is the larger granule that you are looking to use in your lawn spreader.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

13 of 15 people found this answer helpful.

Asked by Steve from Corpus Christi, Tx

02/03/2012

Q

Will Bifen harm my dogs if sread in my yard?

A

Bifen should not harm your dogs as long as you follow the product label instructions and you keep your animals out of the treated area until it has had a chance to dry.

Was this answer helpful to you? Yes No

17 of 21 people found this answer helpful.

Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules - Questions & Answers

Company Info

My Account

Shipping & Returns

Helpful Resources