CB-80 Aerosol - Questions & Answers

The main difference is the amount of "knockdown" power that they have.  Both products contain PBO, which is a quick knockdown product.  CB-40 contains 1% PBO, and CB-80 contains 4% PBO.  So CB-80 is considered to be a stronger knockdown product, basically meaning a quicker kill.  You would want to use CB-80 for cockroaches and spiders, scorpions, etc.  If you are just dealing with flying insects, CB-40 would be fine.

CB-80 Aerosol is safe if applied when the dogs are not present during the application and while the surfaces are wet. Once the treated areas are completely dried and the home properly ventilated, the dogs are safe to return inside.

You can safely return to an area treated with CB-80 Aerosol - 17 oz. can once the area is dry, typically 30 minutes to 1 hour after application.

There is not a fogger that can kill clothes moth eggs and larvae.  The eggs are pretty well protected and along with the larvae are in cracks and crevices more than out in the open.  Fogging will only kill those insects that are out in the open at the time you set them off and do not get into all the areas that larvae can be found.  You could use the CB-80 in cracks and crevices where the larvae could be and it will kill on contact only.  Please refer to our "How to Get Rid of Clothes Moths" article for the best advice

Yes the CB-80 does come with a crack and crevice straw. 

CB-80 will help knockdown the adult flies but you will still need to find the source of the infestation to get rid of them for good. We do recommend that you determine if you are actually dealing with drain flies or if they are in fact fruit flies. (you can google pictures of thes flies to help you identify them) A proper identification is important because the breeding areas where these pests develop can vary greatly. Please take a few moments to read our Drain Fly article and our Fruit Fly article to learn more about these pests and how to control them.

You can use CB-80 to kill bedbugs on your sofa in areas that you will not be coming into direct contact with later. For instance, it would be okay to spray the underside (pull off the dust cover and treat the interior of the sofa where the bedbugs are likely to harbor), under cushions and interior seams and fabric folds. Spray a small inconspicuous area to test for staining. It is important to note that CB-80 does not offer residual control, so bedbugs need to be sprayed directly for best results.

CB-80 Aerosol and 565 Plus XLO are both contain pyrethrin active ingredient. CB-80 contains PBO, which is a quick knockdown product. They are both used for a contact kill with no lasting residual properties. They are both used for the immediate eradication of roaches when sprayed directly or used as a flushing application.

Bedbug nymphs can be killed by the exact same products that kill the adults. CB-80 offers a great immediate knockdown, but it does not provide any residual control of insects. We recommend using Bedlam for residual control of bedbug adults and bedbug nymphs.

It can take several months to get rid of a large infestation. Infestations do not get large quickly and unfortunately they do not go away quickly either.  Below you will find our best recommendations for eliminating roaches:

Here is a link to a great article that really goes into depth in explaining a roach control program.

Yes, CB-80 Aerosol can be sprayed in pantries and cabinets. Read the product label to ensure you are properly applying CB-80 Aerosol for your pest control needs.

CB-80 Aerosol will kill bees, but it should only be used if you have a nest in or around your home that has proven to be unsafe and a nuisance.  Bees are considered beneficial insects and play an important role in the ecosystem by facilitating pollination.  They should only be exterminated if they are posing a threat.

CB-80 Extra Aerosol is made in the USA by Waterbury Companies Inc which is headquartered in Waterbury, CT.

What you are describing actually sounds more like a cluster fly. Cluster Flies usually live outside during the warm spring and summer months, feeding off of flowers or fruit. As the cooler fall weather approaches, cluster flies find their way into buildings through small cracks and crevices. Once inside, the flies hide in clusters in dark corners, wall voids, and virtually any tight space they can find-- beneath curtains, behind pictures, underneath furniture, inside door and window casings, and under baseboards. These flies start becoming active and emerging flying around in the house when the heat kicks on or when the weather warms up. Like any pest, the best way to get rid of them is to stop them from coming entering in the first place.  Now that they are already indoors your options are a bit limited.

• Use a vacuum hose to remove single flies or clusters of adult flies as they appear.

• A contact pyrethrum spray like CB-80 can be kept on hand and sprayed lightly as needed for contact kill.
  
  
• Inspect around windows for live or dead flies. Any void where cluster flies are found or suspected should be treated using a residual dust insecticide such as Delta Dust or Drione Dust. Apply using a hand duster  to any enclosed void including underneath baseboards and behind electrical outlets and window and door frames. Some enclosed wall voids in critical areas may need to be drilled, dusted, and then resealed.
  
  
• A residual spray insecticide such as Suspend SC or Demon WP may also be used to treat areas where flies are frequently seen after they emerge in the spring, such as attics, basements, storerooms, closets, and other areas.

Fly Light Traps
Installing insect or fly lights in attics and false ceilings is an effective approach to dealing with cluster flies when the overwintering site cannot be determined. When the cluster flies "awaken" in the spring, a fly light will attract and capture a large portion of the cluster fly population before they are able to inhabit living spaces.

CB-80 Aerosol will kill bees. Bees are considered beneficial insects and play an important role in the ecosystem by facilitating pollination.  They should only be exterminated if they are posing a threat.

CB-80 Aerosol can be used to kill the nest if you are able to spray it directly.  It is labeled for wasps.

CB-80 Aerosol - 17 oz. can is the best flushing aerosol for roaches.

No, you do not need a license to use CB-80 Aerosol. Every product on our website can be sold to homeowners as long as you are using it for your own use and property.  You need a license when you are treating other people's property for profit.

Yes, CB-80 Aerosol will work to kill noseeums on contact as they are in the same group with gnats and other flying insects. We also have a great article about treating for noseeums that can be seen here. 

CB-80 Aerosol should only be applied as a crack and crevice application not inside the bathtub. We would suggest cleaning with hot water and cleaning solution before using the bathtub.