It would be best to apply Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate by sprayer. You could use a backsprayer like the Chapin 4 gallon backpack sprayer. By spraying you get a more even application.
For Mosquito Control, Essentria IC3 is labeled to be used around water areas such as docks, boats, ponds, but also used for periemter treatments around the home on trees, shrubs, and bushes. .
Fly Control is best obtained using a fly trap such as the Flies Be Gone Trap. This trap is to be placed in direct sunlight, 30ft away from the area you are wanting to rid flies of and placed 5ft off the ground. These traps are disposoble so you just throw them away after 4-6 weeks.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate can eliminate any type of ant that comes into contact with a treated area. You should note that the product will not be carried back to the colony and transferred to other ants - only the ants that actually come in contact with treated areas will be eliminated. We do carry Termidor SC and Phantom, which both work with a transfer effect and are labeled for most types of ants. If you would prefer to stick to all natural products you should consider using a combination of ant baits such as the Gourmet Ant Bait Gel and the Intice Fine Bait Granules. Baits will be picked up by the foraging ants and carried back to the colony. After the infestation is gone you can follow up with the Essentria IC3 as a barrier spray around the exterior of your home to stop new ants from moving in.
Essentria IC3 should only be applied to cracks and crevices to interior areas (not on furniture or vehicles) and exterior applications per the product label. We do carry Steri-Fab that can be applied to upholstered areas and the interior of the vehicle.
Essentria IC3 is not labeled to be applied to anything edible so we would not recommend this. PyGanic Crop Protection EC 1.4 II would be a better option.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate will kill mosquitoes by direct contact or contact with the residual, so exactly how long it takes to kill a mosquito may vary from a few minutes to hours, depending on how much active ingredient an insect picks up.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate should not be applied to any edible vegetation. The inert ingredient part of a product is a trade secret and not disclosed to anybody. Please refer to the product label for specific dilution rates for use on listed livestock. We also sell Essentria All Purpose which does have labeling for edible plants.
According the the product label, Essentria IC3 Insecticide can be sprayed in these indoor areas: Incudes, but is not limited to, bakeries, canneries, cereal processing and manufacturing plants, food processing plants, frozen food plants, kitchens, meat processing and packaging plants, meat and vegetable canneries, stores, supermarkets, warehouses and similar structures, to name a few. Please see the product's label for the full list.
Mavrik would be the best product to use for Mosquito control when concerned about bees and butterflies. Mavrik Perimeter is for outdoor use and is known for its immediate control of a variety of insects including stubborn mosquitoes and ants. With Mavrik Perimeter there is no lingering odor or visible residue and when dry it is non toxic and non repellent to honey bees once the application is dry.
It is not required to wear a respirator when using Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate but if you feel safer doing so you can or just a respirator mask.
Yes, Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is labeled for flies (deer, face, house). It is labeled to be sprayed, fogged, and used in automatic misting systems as well. Please refer to the product label for the correct application rates that apply for your usage.
You could potentially add 1-2 oz of the Essentria IC3 to a gallon of Talstar P dilution for extra knockdown of target pests. However, these insecticides cover pretty much the same target pests, so most customers will not use both at the same time. Essentria IC3 is safe to use in more areas, than Talstar P, such as near boat docks or bodies of water, while Talstar P will have a longer residual than Essentria.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate should not be applied to edible vegetation. Please provide the targeted pest for information on another product that will fit your needs.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for use in grazing areas. Depending on what you are treating for, you may be able to use Essentria All Purpose Insecticide instead.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for use in grazing areas.
Yes, you can use Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate You will use 2-8 oz. per gallon of water and apply at the rate of 2 gallons per 1000 sq. ft.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for springtails. If you are wanting to use a natural product for springtail elimination, EcoVia EC is a great option. Please take a look at our Springtail Control Guide for helpful tips regarding springtail control.
The best way to control booklice is by lowering the humidity in the infested areas which in turn will help eliminate the mold and fungus these insects need to survive. Infested furniture and carpeting should be thoroughly steam cleaned and vacuumed. You can spray your furniture with Sterifab to get rid of any lingering insects. You cannot spray anything on books so for those we recommend you find a way to heat treat them with a device like the Packtite or you can seal them loosely into bins with Nuvan Prostrips.
Essentria IC3 has a shelf life of about 3-5 years in the original bottle. It should be kept out of extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate is labeled for bedbugs but should not be the sole product used for eradicating this pest. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article How To Get Rid Of Bed Bugs for more detailed information on a successful treatment program.
Essentria IC3 has a rather strong odor. It consists of multiple essential oils, including peppermint which give it a pleasant mint smell when applied. You may want to check out Evergreen Pyrethrum Concentrate. It is a natural product with very little smell that the SDS lists as “sweet surfactant odor.”
