No, Gentrol IGR cannot be sprayed directly on beds or furniture. This product is used as a crack and crevice treatment. If the product gets on a toy, be sure to wash well with soap and water.
There is not a specific order in which to apply Gentrol IGR and Bedlam. Be sure to follow the instructions on each product label.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is not labeled for termites. We recommend that you take a few moments to review our treatment article and videos on How to Get Rid of Termites for a successful program. Please let us know if you need anything else.
No, it would not be necessary to spray Gentrol IGR Concentrate on a daily basis as it does have a residual. Depending on what you are using it to treat, you would repeat applications every 2-4 weeks for active infestations.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate would be best used when you have an active infestation. For roaches it can last 4 months. Tempo SC Ultra should only be applied once a month outside and once every 90 days inside.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is labeled for stored product pests including indian meal moths. We would also recommend our Pantry Pest Kit, discarding infected items and cleaning surfaces and crevices.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate once dry is safe when used as directed. The dried residual will not have any effect on people or pets even if they touch it or if pets contact an area after application.
No, Gentrol IGR cannot be applied to clothing.
Yes, Gentrol IGR Concentrate is labeled for Dermestid or larder beetles.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate cannot be applied onto a mattress because it’s not labeled for that type of treatment, the label is the law. Keep in mind that Gentrol is just an insect growth regulator and does not have any insecticidal properties, not being able to apply it onto a mattress does not have a negative effect on a regular bed bug treatment, for exmple.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate does not have any killing properties to it. It only prevents roaches from reproducing, but it can be used in trucks and would not stain fabric or paint. We would suggest looking at NyGuard Plus, which contains the insecticide along with the IGR to treat for roaches.
Gentrol cannot be mixed with roach bait. It is not recommended to mix any roach gel bait with boric acid or any other products, as this will contaminate the bait.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is only labeled for use inside buildings and would not be recommended around any edible plants or in areas where the vapors would not be contained to the treated area, ie screened porches. It is also not labeled for aphids so would not be recommended.
Yes, the label states that you should spray once a month for best results. It is also very important that the source of the infestation (where the damaging larva is harboring) is discovered and eliminated, not just the visible adult insects you see wandering around. Until you find out what that is and deal with it you will continue to get more of the carpetbeetles emerging from hiding. Carpet beetles may be as likely to feed on grain based food materials as they are on animal byproducts. Pet foods stored in forgotten places, baking goods left too long in the cupboard, rodent baits tossed in the attic - all of these are quite susceptible to carpet beetle feeding. Plus, you also have the typical carpetbeetle diets of dead insects (wasp nests in the attic, dead insects in window sills), feathers (bird nests, dead birds), hair (dead rodents, wool products, trophy mounts), and other things made from animal byproducts. Once the source of the infestation is removed or cleaned, use Suspend SC and Gentrol IGR once a month until all of the beetles are gone.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is not labeled for carpenter bees or larvae. We recommend applying the products from our Carpenter Bee Kit for the best results. Also, please check out our Carpenter Bee Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent carpenter bees.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate can be applied by itself in one gallon of water or tank mixed with other liquid insecticide concentrates in a one-gallon pump sprayer. Since we do not carry the Hot Shot Insecticide we are not able to confirm if the two would be compatible but you do have the option to treat separately.
Yes, Gentrol IGR Concentrate can be used in conjunction with diatomaceous earth.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is an Insect Growth Regulator. It is not labeled for rodents. For rodents inside, it is best to use snap traps and glueboards so you can control where they are going to die. You should also seal up all cracks and crevices where rodents may be able to enter the structure. Tamper-resistant bait stations with a rodenticide outside would also help if they are coming and going. We have some guides here that can help as well:
Apply Gentrol IGR to areas of fly breeding as directed only. For drains, apply into and around the downspout and catch basin area. Coat these areas thoroughly as fly larvae develop in the scum buildup on the side of drain pipes. Repeat applications at 2 to 4 week intervals depending upon the severity of infestation. For more information on treating drain flies, please read our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Drain Flies.
