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  • Asked by Shasangel from Copperas Cove
    04/07/2019
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    Are BTI dunks safe for egg laying chickens?
    I know BTI dunks are safe for birds, but is it safe for egg laying chickens to drink water with BTI? Does BTI breakdown in the chickens so it is safe for us as humans to consume their eggs?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks would be safe for chickens.  This contains a natural biocontrol agent that would not affect eggs.

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    15 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Alice from La Junta, Colorado
    07/30/2013
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    What is the shelf life of BTI Mosquito Dunks?
    A
    BTI Mosquito Dunks should be used within 2 years of the date of purchase. It is also important to store BTI Mosquito dunks out of direct sunlight and heat so that the product will not degrade.
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    14 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Denice from Clay, Mi
    04/04/2016
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    What is the best time of year to put BTI Mosquito Dunks in the water?
    I live in Michigan. Right now the snow has melted and I have standing water in numerous locations. It usually takes until June to recede. When should I add the dunks?
    A

    According to Summit Chemical the manufacturer of the Mosquito Dunks, the best time to use the dunks is at the beginning of April, and no later than May. 

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    11 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Amber from West St. Paul, Mn
    05/22/2016
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    Are BTI Mosquito Dunks safe to use in water that is used on edibles?
    Rain barrel water used to water herbs and veggies
    A

    Yes, BTI Mosquito Dunks are safe for use in rain barrels and the water can be used on edibles after treated.

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    10 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Cheri from Branson, Mo
    07/31/2017
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    Do the Mosquito Dunks have to float on the surface in order to be effective?
    I wanted to suspend the Mosquito Dunks in a net weighted by a rock. This way I do not worry about it getting washed out of my rain bucket or my dogs getting it in their mouth. Will it work correctly this way?
    A

    No, The BTI Mosquito Dunks do not have to float on water in order to be effective and you can anchor them in the water as you have described. 

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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michelle from St Louis, Mo
    06/03/2019
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks kill dragonfly larvae?
    Or eggs?
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks is only designed to affect mosquitoes and psychodid flies and their larvae

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    7 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Moe
    06/09/2014
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    Can I use BTI Mosquito Dunks in a swimming pool?
    Will this product be harmful to my family if I used it in my swimming pool?
    A
    BTI Mosquito Dunks can be applied in unused swimming pools (particularly above ground types). Let us know if you  have any more questions.
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    7 of 20 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jim from Canton, Oh
    07/10/2019
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    Will BTI Mosquito Dunks Harm my septic system?
    A

    According to the manufacturer, BTI Mosquito Dunks are not at all harmful to a septic tank. 

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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Janice from Manteca
    04/19/2018
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    How many BTI Mosquito Dunks are needed in a 20' round 4 and a 1/2 foot deep pool?
    A

    Each BTI Mosquito Dunk covers up to 100 square feet of water. So if the water you are treating is a 20 foot diameter container, then you woud have 314 sq ft and would need 4 dunks. Keep in mind that BTI Dunks should be used only in containerized water, and they should not be used in water used for swimming.

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    5 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Don from Seligman, Az
    10/05/2019
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    How many mosquito dunks should I use for 1600 gallons water?
    A

    According to the product label, BTI Mosquito Dunks should be applied at the rate of 1 dunk for up to 100 sq. ft. of surface area, regardless of the depth of the water. 

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    5 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carol from Birmingham, Al
    05/13/2018
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    I stored the BTI Mosquito Dunks in a plastic container. Would the container be safe to store food for people?
    A

    No, the plastic container would not be safe to store food in after storing the BTI Mosquito Dunks. 

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ken from Portland, Or
    10/01/2018
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    Will the BTI be killed from chlorine in city water?
    A

    Chlorine will not affect BTI Mosquito Dunks. Keep in mind that these dunks are for use in containerized water only, and you should not use them in swimming pools.

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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John from Mauston, Wi
    05/02/2017
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    How long does it take for the BTI Mosquito Dunks to dissolve?
    I put a bunch of dunks in the standing water a few weeks ago, and they still look the same.
    A

    BTI Mosquito Dunks can last for up to 30 days or more. 

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    4 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jo
    05/16/2011
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    How big is the BTI Mosquito Dunk?
    I would like to know if it will be able to fit down a "bee hive" sewer grate.
    A
    The diameter of a BTI Mosquito dunk is about 2" and each dunk is about 1/2" thick.
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    4 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Alan
    07/30/2011
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    What is the weight of one BTI mosquito dunk?
    I am trying to determine relative costs of dunks vs. granules
    A
    One single dunk weighs about 1/2 of one ounce.
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    4 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jspaz from West Bloomfield, Michigan
    06/28/2018
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    Can BTI Mosquito Dunks be used in a sump pump well?
    A

    Yes, BTI Mosquito Dunks are safe for sump pumps and any drainage areas within buildings. One briquet treats up tp 100 sq ft of water.

     

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Alice from Philadelphia, Pa
    05/27/2017
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    What are the "insecticidal toxins" in Mosquito Dunks? Are these in addition to the BTI?
    Summit Mosquito Dunks active ingredients list: Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies israelensis solids, spores and insecticidal toxins. What are the "insecticidal toxins"? Are these in addition to the BTI? Also, the Summit package states that the dunks can be used for bird baths and animal watering troughs, but should not be used in drinking water intended for human consumption. What about cats and dogs?
    A

    Per the product manufacturer of the BTI Mosquito Dunks the insecticidal toxins are a non-toxic by-product of the bacllius thuringiensis on the product which is not harmful to non-target animals in any way. 

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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bob from Elkton, Md
    05/22/2017
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    What is the cost of the cost of the BTI Mosquito Dunk Briquets? And where is the best place to buy them?
    A

    The BTI Mosquito Dunks can be purchased in a pack of 20 for $21.95 or in a case of 100 for $104.15. We are not aware of local retailers, but you can purchase them from our website www.domyown.com. 

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    3 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sharon from Santa Ana
    09/26/2017
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    How long will it take to work or see results after using BTI Mosquito Dunks?
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    After applying BTI Mosquito Dunks,  it takes approximately 48 hours to start to see results. If areas have a higher population of mosquitoes, it could take longer to see results. Please see our Mosquito Treatment Guide for more tips and product recommendations.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tanya from Owasso, Ok
    05/16/2017
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    Which is more effective for mosquito control - BTI Mosquito Dunks or Altosid?
    We have natural drainage ditches around our house, and several low areas hold water. There's also a more quickly moving creek-like ditch behind our house. Which would be more effective - dunks or granules?
    A

    A granular product like Altosid Pro-G Mosquito Larvacide would have an advantage over the BTI Mosquito Dunks because the Altosid granules would disperse over a farther range than a mosquito dunk would cover. 

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    3 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
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