When using Demand CS, it can take minutes to hours to kill insects. The active ingredient needs time to work through the follicle of the insect to the central nervous system.
There really is not a specific date or temperature (as long as it is above freezing) to apply Demand CS. It can be applied any time the pest(s) you are treating for are active. If you are treating outdoors, you will need to apply every 30-90 days, and every 90 days indoors.
Demand CS a micro-encapsulated product and would give you a 90 day residual. Depending on the pest you are treating for you can may applications monthly if needed. Please refer to the product label for specific applications times.
Demand CS is labeled to eradicate carpenter bees and is great for a surface application and cracks and crevices. We also recommend dusting the holes with an insecticide dust. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees for a successful eradication program.
Demand CS should be removed by just using soap and water. If this is not working and your dog continues to get sick we advise you contact the manufacturer Syngenta at 866-796-4368.
There is such a small amount of the active ingredient in Demand CS that actually gets on the bugs before they die that it will not affect any animals that consume the dead bugs
An insecticide such as Demand CS can be used to prevent infestations of bark beetles such as pine bark beetles, however usually this treatment is not effective once trees are already infested. You want to spray down the trunks of nearby trees to protect them from infestation. You may need to consult a local arborist if you are unsure whether the trees can be saved. You can usually trim and destroy infested branches, however keep in mind that this pest will usually infest trees that are already weak from some other existing issue (disease, drought, etc.).
No, Demand CS is not a restricted-use product. Please note that we cannot ship it into the following states due to individual state laws: NY.
The Demand CS label does not list butterfiles on the labels, however, to be sure you are not contacting them while applying, apply in the early morning or late evening when bees, butterflies and many other insects are less active in the area.
Yes, Demand CS is labeled for Japanese beetles and can be applied to rose bushes (do not apply directly to blooms).
Both are great options really and can last up to 90 days outside. Demand CS may have a faster kill than the Suspend Polyzone.
Yes, Demand CS can be used indoors. Be sure to follow the instructions on the product label.
If you plan to clean an area where you are going to spray a residual insecticide such as Demand CS, then it would be best to do your cleaning first and then apply the insecticide. This will not only ensure that you are spraying on the actual suface (rather than on top of dust/debris), but it will also prevent unecessary removal of your insecticide. Mopping or other abrasive cleaning will remove most if not all of your residual, so do these treatments before spraying for best results.
Keep in mind that Demand CS and other pyrethroids should not be sprayed over the entire surface of a deck or other hard surface. Keep to perimeter treatments and spot treatments where target insects are found.
Keep in mind that Demand CS and other pyrethroids should not be sprayed over the entire surface of a deck or other hard surface. Keep to perimeter treatments and spot treatments where target insects are found.
Yes, Demand CS can be used for ladybugs.
Demand CS and Archer diluted with water and applied together will take approximately 1-2 hours to dry.
Demand CS would be a great choice for general pest control for common insects found in and around the home. It can be applied every 90 days indoors and every 30 days outdoors. Termidor SC should ONLY be applied once every 6 months directly up against the structure on the exterior of foundation (1 ft up and 1 ft out). You should NOT apply Demand CS in the areas where you apply Termidor SC. Please refer to the product label prior to mixing and applying for complete usage instructions.
