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  • Asked by Bobby from Nashville
    02/12/2013
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    What is the ratio of Demon Max for mosquitoes and how does it compare?
    how many oz of demon max do you use per gallon of water for residual mosquito control, how long does it leave a risidual? and how does demon compare to bifen it?
    A
    You should use 1/2 fl oz of Demon Max per gallon of water for mosquito control and you will need to reapply once per month to maintain control. Bifen IT and Demon Max will have very comparable results for mosquito control though Bifen IT is water based and non-staining and is more widely used by professionals for mosquito control.
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    74 of 80 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Heather from Austin Tx
    02/19/2013
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    How much Demon Max is needed to treat x amount of square feet?
    I am just wondering how much to order. I have decks and back up to a large vegetation on a veloway. How often do I need to treat etc. that will help me determine how much to order. Thanks
    A

    Barrier Treatment for Pests around Structures:


    Apply Demon Max as a 0.1% emulsion (1/2 fl oz per gallon of water) to a band of soil and
    vegetation 6-10 ft. wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also, treat the foundation of the structure to a height of 2-3 ft. Use a treatment volume of 2-10 gal. per 1000 sq. ft.
    Higher volumes of water may be needed if mulch or leaf litter is present or dense foliage exists. House siding may be treated if boxelder bugs, elm leaf beetles, earwigs, silverfish
    or other similar pests are present. Reapply every 1-3 months as pest pressure builds back up.

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    38 of 42 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Amanda from Downsville, La
    02/25/2013
    Q
    Which is better, Talstar P or Demon Max?
    I am trying to control Ants, Mosquitoes, Wasps, Bees, Flea and Ticks. I used Talstar last year and I am just curious on which is better.
    A
    Both are going to offer a good kill and a long lasting residual though initially Demon Max may have a faster kill because it is oil based. On the other hand because Demon Max is oil based it could stain old paint/siding and it does have an odor.
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    239 of 252 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Karen from Kerens, Texas
    03/19/2013
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    Since Demon Max stains, what color is it?
    A
    The product is a very light tan. It is the oil itself in the product that will stain so in most cases it leaves an oily residue behind which can stain old paint or old siding.
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    137 of 142 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jill from Spring, Tx
    04/05/2013
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    Demon vs. Demon Max?
    I have been using Demon around my yard and home the past 2 years, but I am wondering which would be more effective for overall bug control. I would like to be sure that I am blocking out termites at the same time too.
    A
    Both products contain the same active ingredient, but the Demon Max is at a higher concentration.  Also, the Demon Max is a liquid and the normal Demon is a powder.  The powder can leave a white residue where the liquid will not as much.  For treating yards, the Demon Max liquid would be a better way to go and will last a little longer in the sun.  Both are great products, but if we had to choose, we would say the Demon Max is the better of the two.
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    69 of 76 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Thomas from Corpus Christi, Tx
    04/23/2013
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    What is the difference in using Demon Max and using Demon LP?
    I see the concentration of the active ingredient is much less in Demon Max. Does that mean it is "weaker"?
    A
    Demon Max is a newer product that is in liquid form instead of water soluble powder like Demon WP. It's label is a little more broad as far as where you can apply the product.
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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ron
    05/15/2013
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    What is the mixture per gallon of water for hand pump garden sprayer to kill wasps with Demon Max?
    A
    The mixing ratio for Demon Max is 1 fl. oz per 1 gallon of water. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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    11 of 13 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Amanda from Downsville, La
    06/09/2013
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    Is the safe to use on Pastures?
    I was wondering if this product will be safe to spray on grazing areas for horses. If not, would the Demand Cs be safe.
    A
    You do not want to use either of these products in pastures. Please contact you local extension office to determine how to best treat the pest you are targeting.
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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jody from Amesbury,mass.
    06/11/2013
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    Demon Max for yellow jackets
    I read if treating for yellow jackets, use a garden hose spray attachment. Is this true, and how much do I use
    A
    Demon Max can be used to treat yellow jackets. You can also use a hose end sprayer for your application applying at 1fl oz per gallon of water.
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    45 of 47 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dana from Nc
    06/13/2013
    Q
    How much Demon Max do I use, how do I mix, and how often should I apply?
    Water bug/roach control for mobile home
    A

    Per the product label, you would mix 1/2 oz to 1 oz per gallon of water. 

    For indoors Apply as a crack-and-crevice or spot application to areas where these pests hide, such as baseboards, corners,storage areas, closets, around water pipes, doors and windows, attics and eaves, behind and under refrigerators, cabinets, sinks, furnaces, and stoves, the underside of shelves, drawers and similar areas.

     

    Barrier Treatment for Pests around Structures:
    Apply Demon Max as a 0.1% emulsion (1/2 fl oz per gallon of water) to a band of soil and
    vegetation 6-10 ft. wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also, treat the foundation of the structure to a height of 2-3 ft. Use a treatment volume of 2-10 gal. per 1000 sq. ft.

    Reapply every 1-3 months as pest pressure builds back up.

    We also recommend using an insect growth regulator such as Gentrol IGR and a roach bait gel such as the Advion Roach bait gel for faster and more complete control. We also offer a Roach Bait Kit, that contains all of the components you need for a complete roach control program; Demon WP, Advion Roach Bait Gel and Gentrol Point Source

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    67 of 72 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Denise from Wichita, Ks
    06/14/2013
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    Is Demon Max safe to use in a house with kids and pets?
    I have 2 kids and one dog and was wondering if this product would be safe to use indoors/outdoors with them in mind?
    A
    Yes, Demon Max is safe to use indoors and outdoors. Please make sure to keep all children and pets out of the treated area until the treated area has completely dried, then it safe for them to re enter.
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    308 of 324 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ramiro from Laredo, Texas
    06/17/2013
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    Can I spray Demon Max to pet to control ticks?
    A

    No, Demon Max is labeled to treat ticks only on cracks and crevices as directed on the product label. You should use 1/2 fl oz of Demon Max per gallon of water for tick control. Please click the link below for tick control products that can be applied to pets.

    Flea/Tick Control on Pets

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nevin from Ellijay, Georgia
    06/19/2013
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    Will Demon WP or Demon Max work for Carpenter Bee's?
    I have an older cedar sided home that attracts Carpenter Bee's by the hundreds each spring. So far I haven't found a product that will keep them away.
    A
    Both Demon Max and Demon WP will kill carpenter bees. As long as you have a residual insecticide labeled to treat carpenter bees, it will kill them.
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    35 of 46 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Glen from Spicer, Mn
    06/30/2013
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    How effective is Demon Max on controlling Wood Ticks and also Deer Ticks
    We have a acreage with water on three sides. I do keep the lawn to 3 inches, all leaves and sticks are always picked up at current time we have no pets. What is the mixture rate for killing Wood Ticks, does it also kill Deer Ticks. How long under normal conditions would a application for ticks last? How soon for a re-application? Can tree's be directly sprayed? After the kids and I have been outside we typically take three (3) to six (6) ticks off of one person. H E L P..
    A
    You want to mix 1 fl oz of Demon Max with 1 gallon of water. You would want to reapply outdoors once every 30 days and indoors once every 3 months. We would also recommend mixing a an insect growth regulator in your demon max regulator. Archer IGR works very well and will disrupt the tick life cycle. Yes, you can spray in, on and around buildings and structures; on soil, lawns, turf and vegetation; under and surrounding building foundations; and for spot or crack-and-crevice treatments.
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    4 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kermit from Paige, Texas
    08/14/2013
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    What is the interval to be used for spraying and respraying Demon Max? 30 days, 90?
    I have a quarterly spraying set up, but the scorpions start appearing before the 90 period is up.
    A
    Demon Max can be applied every 30 days outdoors and every 90 days indoors for the most effective control.
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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mick from Orlando, Fl
    09/16/2013
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    Are there code dates on Demon Max bottles? Does it lose it potentcy in the bottle over time?
    Does it lose it potentcy in the bottle over time?
    A
    The shelf life of Demon Max is 3-5 years if stored in an area that the temperature is moderated and it is dry.
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    10 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jason from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    09/23/2013
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    Was it ok to treat my couch with Demon Max? I used an IGR in the mix as well.
    I still have been seeing ticks even though I treat all the baseboards, carpets, corners, crevices, couches, door frames, etc. How effective is this treatment and when should I reapply? Can I over-apply? I need some real help with these dog ticks.
    A
    Demon Max is not to be applied on the surface of couch or other surface areas where there is contact with the skin. It is only to be applied in cracks and crevices. It can be applied every 3 months for indoor control and 30 day outdoor control. If applied sooner than the recommended time, it could result in over application which may change the results you are seeking. Make sure the property around your home is unattractive to ticks. Because ticks are sensitive to dry conditions and do not thrive in short vegetation, they are seldom a problem in well-maintained lawns. Keep your grass mowed and keep weeds cut. Clean up items that attract rodents which can carry ticks, such as spilled birdseed, and hiding places like old wood piles. If ticks are present in vegetation along the edge of the property, insecticides labeled for control of ticks can be applied to small areas of high weeds that cannot be mowed. Often, one or two applications per season will be adequate to control ticks in these areas. Free-roaming dogs and cats are much more likely to encounter ticks than those that are confined to the home or yard. If ticks are found on pets, contact your veterinarian for information about an appropriate tick treatment. Remove the occasional tick found indoors by vacuuming, seal the vacuum bag and place it in the trash. Owners of kennels or homes infested with the brown dog tick may wish to contact a professional pest control company for assistance.
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  • Asked by Jason from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    09/23/2013
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    What should I do now that I treated my couch with Demon Max? What happens with overapplication?
    I sprayed 2 times in the same 24 hrs. I sprayed my entire couch so do I have to throw out the couch? I was finding ticks in my couch because the dogs would sometimes sleep on my couch.
    A

    Demon Max is not to be applied on surfaces that come in contact with the skin or on the surface area of the couch. Please contact the manufacturer for instructions on the treatment/cleaning of the couch. They can be reached at 866.796.4368.

    We recommend the following for treatment of ticks:

    Make sure the property around your home is unattractive to ticks. Because ticks are sensitive to dry conditions and do not thrive in short vegetation, they are seldom a problem in well-maintained lawns. Keep your grass mowed and keep weeds cut. Clean up items that attract rodents which can carry ticks, such as spilled birdseed, and hiding places like old wood piles. If ticks are present in vegetation along the edge of the property, insecticides labeled for control of ticks can be applied to small areas of high weeds that cannot be mowed. Often, one or two applications per season will be adequate to control ticks in these areas.

    Free-roaming dogs and cats are much more likely to encounter ticks than those that are confined to the home or yard. If ticks are found on pets, contact your veterinarian for information about an appropriate tick treatment. Remove the occasional tick found indoors by vacuuming, seal the vacuum bag and place it in the trash. Owners of kennels or homes infested with the brown dog tick may wish to contact a professional pest control company for assistance.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jmg from Plantation
    10/04/2013
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    I sprayed Demon Max on my carpets,baseboards, etc for dog tick infestation-2wks apart. Why do I still see them
    I sprayed every inch of the baseboards to every corner to every crack - 1-2 ft above and down. 1oz to 1 gallon. I sprayed my carpet and everything - why am I still finding brown ticks even though I used this Demon Max?? Does this stuff kill ticks or what?
    A
    Demon Max is not to be applied on surfaces that come in contact with the skin or broadcast to the open carpeted areas.  It is labeled to kill ticks but for indoor use you are very limited in where you can apply it, as a crack and crevice or spot application to areas where these pests hide, such as baseboards, corners, storage areas, closets, around water pipes, doors and windows, attics and eaves, behind and under refrigerators, cabinets, sinks, furnaces, and stoves, the underside of shelves, drawers and similar areas.  How long it takes the ticks to die after they come into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors. It will depend on the maturity of the tick as well as how long they stayed on the treated area, how long it has been since the area was treated and the concentration that was used to treat the area. Demon Max is a great product for tick control - and you used the correct dosage. Typically it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day or so for them to die. It can take several weeks for you to stop seeing ticks indoors because the ticks like to stay hidden which also means they could be staying out of treated areas and eggs may hatch out prolonging the infestation. We recommend doing follow up treatments every two weeks at the highest usage rate of 1 oz of product per gallon of water until you do not see any ticks.
    We recommend using an IGR such as Archer IGR in combination with the insecticide that you choose. IGRs (insect growth regulators) will interrupt the growth cycle of juvenile ticks which will stop them from being able to mate and lay eggs
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  • Asked by Terrance from Ceres, Ca
    01/18/2014
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    Can you spray NyGuard IGR and Demon Max around rabbits?
    We have an infestation of fleas under our house because there are rabbits living under there.
    A
    Demon Max is labeled to treat fleas on the exterior of the structure. It is safe for rabbits and other animals when Demon Max and NyGuard IGR are applied and dried completely before they re-enter the treated spaces.
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    7 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
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