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  • Asked by Mike
    05/25/2016
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    How can I stop Demand CS from staining the wood floors?
    I spay demand sc and it stains the wood floor and base boards. It can then be wiped off but is a pain too do. I used pest tabs in the past and did not have this problem. What should I do to eliminate the stains?
    A

    If Demand CS is leaving a visible residue, then we would recommend to use a lower dilution rate (0.2-0.4 oz. per gallon of water). Also, be sure you are only spraying as a spot and/or crack and crevice treatment. You could also consider going to an insecticide that is not micro-encapsulated, such as Talstar P. If you are removing all the reside, then you would need to reapply the insecticide.

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    6 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jenna from Chicago, Il
    06/15/2017
    Q
    If my mattress and furniture have been sprayed with Demand CS, what concerns should I have?
    I was told by a bug expert to spray my mattress. I did so with just the bed bug cover - all bedding was removed. Is it safe for me to sleep on?
    A

    No, Demand CS is NOT labeled for applications to mattresses and you should not sleep on it directly now for your safety. If the cover was the only thing treated, we recommend applying a new encasement, new sheets/blankets.

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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Janie from Mundelein, Il
    06/21/2019
    Q
    Is Demand CS toxic to wild birds perching or nesting in my bushes?
    A

    When used as directed on the product label, Demand CS is safe to use outdoors in areas where birds frequent. Be sure the birds are out of the area when the Demand is being applied and try to keep the birds away until the area is dry.

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  • Asked by Adam from Kirksville, Missouri
    09/19/2011
    Q
    Is it dangerous to remain in an area where Demand CS has been sprayed?
    An exterminator came by today and began using Demand CS in my apartment, focusing on the baseboards, "for spiders." He mentioned it lasted some time but did not mention any vapors, or hazards. I stayed for some 10 to 20 minutes in the apartment as it dried, getting ready for class. Should I be concerned?
    A
    In the future it would be wise for you to leave the treated area until the application of Demand CS has had a chance to dry to avoid accidentally contacting wet areas. Vapors are usually not a concern with water based insecticides that are sprayed on using a pump sprayer.
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  • Asked by Sarah from Oklahoman City, Ok
    06/07/2015
    Q
    How long does Demand CS last once it is sprayed on the lawn?
    A
    Demand CS has an outdoor residual of 30 days. You should mow your lawn first one to two days prior.
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  • Asked by Tim
    04/25/2018
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    Can you use Demand CS inside the home?
    A

    Demand CS can be applied indoors to cracks and crevices and other locations listed on the product label. 

     

     

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  • Asked by Bianca from Toronto, Ontario
    09/29/2015
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    How do I safely clean up Demand CS that has been sprayed on the floor instead of in cracks/crevices?
    We used Demand CS to control carpet beetles but we incorrectly sprayed the product along the floor, about a foot from the wall, around the entire perimeter of our condo (rather then just using as a crack/crevice treatment). What is the best way to clean our floor to remove the product? We are concerned about our little dog walking on the product.
    A

    Demand CS can be wiped up with hot water and soap. The product is safe for your dog even if over sprayed on the floor after it has completely dried.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nina from Mayfield Heights, Oh
    11/27/2013
    Q
    Can I mix/spray from an ordinary spray bottle?
    ...instead of purchasing a professional sprayer.
    A
    According to the product label, it is recommended to mix and spray Demand CS using at least a one gallon pump sprayer. You will mix 0.2-0.8 oz. (6-24 milliliters) per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft depending on the insect you are treating.
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  • Asked by Debbie from Montgomery, Tx
    11/02/2016
    Q
    Will Demand CS hurt trees including Japanese blueberry trees?
    A

    Demand CS will not harm trees. Please be aware that it's not labeled to be applied to edible vegetation. 

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  • Asked by Thomas from Phoenix. Arizona
    05/01/2017
    Q
    Will Demand CS kill honeybees?
    A

    Demand CS is not a selective insecticide and it will kill most insects that come into contact with the treated area, including bees.  Depending on what you are treating for, you may be able to use a product like Mavrik Perimeter for outdoor pests, which is non-repellent and non-toxic to honeybees after it has dried. You will want to read the product label to see if this fits your needs.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Adrian from Brooklyn, Ny
    02/09/2016
    Q
    Will mixing Exponent with Demand CS help add a fast knockdown factor?
    A

    Adding Exponent to Demand CS will be a great additive for a quicker knockdown and improve the effectiveness.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Matt from Bear Lake, Michigan
    06/09/2013
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    I have a bad black widow problem, Would Demand CS be ideal?
    A
    Yes, Demand Cs will treat black widow. Your mixing ratio would be 24mL per gallon of water. After spraying, Demand CS leaves thousands of micro particles that bind to the surface offering long-term protection and fast insect knock-down.
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  • Asked by Dave from Portland Oregon
    08/04/2016
    Q
    Is Demand CS systemic in plants or just a contact killer?
    If I do a root drench with Lamba Cyhalothrin can my plants absorb it like Imidicloprid?
    A

    Demand CS is not a systemic. As in, it will not leach into soil. It does not leach into soil like Imidicloprid products.

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  • Asked by Caroline from West Virginia
    09/27/2015
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    Does Demand CS NOT work for yellow jackets?
    I'm wondering whether this is the wrong pesticide, or if the bottle I have is expired. Been spraying the stuff into place where many, many yellow jackets are entering and exiting (I think they must have a nest inside a pipe on the side of our house), as well as spraying directly on the insects, and it has zero effect. Scores of healthy yellow jackets before, during, and after spraying! I've never seen an insecticide sprayed directly on insects that didn't seem to affect them at all. Bewildered. Any suggestions?
    A

    Demand CS should kill Yellow Jackets after they come in contact with it, however it is not specifically labeled for them. This would not be our number one recommendation for Yellow Jackets because it can take some time to kill them. Please check out our article "How to Get Rid of Yellow Jackets". If you can get to the openings where the yellow jackets are coming in and out from, we highly recommend applying a dust like Tempo 1% Dust and when the yellow jacket comes in contact with it, the dust will transfer from yellow jacket to yellow jacket and kill off the entire nest.

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  • Asked by Anonymous
    06/10/2014
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    How do you get rid of Chinese Cockroaches?
    We lived in the suburbs of North. Los Angeles. They are in our yard, streets, sidewalks, lawn, they are large and horrible. My husband has sprayed with bug killer in the surrounding areas of the house. The perimeter of the outside concrete walls at night in the morning he finds them dead. Then more come, so he is now using diozon to kill them, but they keep coming. We are not the only ones that have this problem. They are coming out the main sewer system. Is this a City problem? Your answer on this would be very much appreciated. Thank you
    A
    I would recommend spraying Demand CS. It is an amazing general insecticide that can be broadcasted across your lawn. This product can also be used inside as well along the baseboards of your home and in cracks and crevices. Roaches do need water to survive so it's possible they live underground. I would call the Cooperative Extension in your area to find out for sure.
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  • Asked by Stephen from Des Moines
    12/02/2015
    Q
    Can Demand CS be applied using the Solo 451 Sprayer?
    I have noticed that Cy-Kick cannot, so I'm looking for a different insecticide.
    A

    You can use either Cy-Kick CS or Demand CS in a Solo 451 Backpack Sprayer. For Demand CS, use 0.2 - 0.8 fl. oz. of concentrate per gallon of water or per 1,000 square feet. Keep in mind that a mist blower like the Solo will apply product very quickly, so be sure you are using correct use rates when applying product over large areas. You should also be sure to follow all label directions and precautions, such as applying when conditions are calm.

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  • Asked by Anonymous
    11/19/2015
    Q
    Can I grow anything in my vegetable garden if someone sprayed Demand CS at the foundation?
    I have a small vegetable garden that surrounds the foundation of my house. Demand was inadvertently sprayed around the foundation. This years vegetables have already been pulled up. Will the earth be usable next year? Can I drench it out?
    A

    We would recommend contacting the manufacturer of Demand CS directly to see if it would be advisable to plant anything in the area that was treated, or the best method to remove the product from the soil, if possible.  You can reach Syngenta at 866-796-4368.

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  • Asked by Brandon from Houma, La
    04/24/2014
    Q
    Will Demand CS kill my geckos? I use for mosquito control and use about 6ml / gal.
    I spray on brick and on eves of house.
    A
    Demand CS has not been proven to kill Geckos. It will kill the pest they are preying on, therefore, they will leave the area.
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  • Asked by John from Clarksville, Tn
    03/25/2016
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    Will Demand CS harm chickens if they come into contact or if they eat bugs that have been killed by Demand CS?
    A

    We would recommend that you keep animals out of the area while Demand CS is wet. Once the product is dry, it is safe for pets/animals to return back to the area. There is such a small amount of the active ingredient that actually gets on the bugs before they die that it will not affect any animals that consume the dead bugs.

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  • Asked by Mike from Phoenix, Az
    08/24/2011
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    Is there anything stronger than Demand CS for spider control?
    I've been treating with Demand CS for years and have been generally happy with the results but this summer in particular, I've been having a rough time with some big spiders and I'm looking for something stronger. What is your recommendation?
    A
    Demand CS is a pretty hardy product but if you are spraying porous surfaces it may be getting absorbed and in general may be less available to the intruding spiders. Demon WP is our most popular spider control product. Demon WP is a wettable powder insecticide that will stay on the surface of porous areas and may be easier for the spiders to contact. Be sure you are spraying outside around the foundation of your home, around door frames, window frames and any place where the spiders may gain entry indoors to stop these pests before they get inside.
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