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.
You can dispose of any excess Gentrol IGR mixture by either pouring it directly into the soil next to the foundation of the home, and flushing that soil with clean water as you rinse the sprayer after use; or you can take it to your county’s local chemical waste disposal location.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is labeled to treat for Drain Flies however will not kill exisiting drain flies. IGR’s only stop the immature stages of the insect from maturing into adults and reproducing. Per the product label for drain treatments, apply product into and around the downspout and catch basin area. Coat these areas thoroughly as fly larvae develop in the scum buildup on the sides of drain pipes. Repeat applications at 2 to 4 week intervals depending upon the severity of infestation.
We would recommend using our Drain Fly Kit in addition to Gentrol IGR for a complete treatment program. For more information please reveiew our How to Get Rid of and Kill Drain Flies
For Fruit Flies, Gentrol IGR Concentrate is mixed at 1fl oz per gallon of water. Per the product label, apply direclty to areas of fly breeding. For drains, apply product into and around the downspout and catch basin area. Coat these areas thoroughly as fly larvae develop in the scum buildup on the sides of drain pipes. Repeat applications at 2 to 4 week intervals depending upon the severity of infestation.
For treating countertops, shelving, food prep areas and other surface areas where fruit fly activity is seen, we would recommend the Greenway Fruit Fly Traps to catch fruit flies.
View how to find the source of the fruit fly infestation as this is key in a sucessful treatment program and also more tips on How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies in our Treatment Guide.
Yes, Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate can be mixed with an IGR like Gentrol IGR Concentrate
Yes, Gentrol IGR Concentrate can be mixed with an insecticide such as Temprid FX Insecticide.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate would not be recommended to add to any ready to use product as these are not true concentrates. These products are already pre mixed and measured to disperse a set amount per use.
In a tank sprayer, Gentrol IGR Concentrate is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water and can be tank mixed with an approved insecticide concentrate that is labeled for the specific insect you are targeting. Use the mixed solution within 24 hrs of mixing and discard any unused product after this time as it breaks down and becomes ineffective.
View our Bed Bug Treatment Guide and Bed Bug Kits for the best treatment methods and information on how to eliminate them.
Insect Growth Regulators only stop the growth cycle of listed insects and do not kill insects when used alone, they need to be tank mixed with an insecticide concentrate labeled for that target insect.
While Gentrol IGR Concentrate is labeled for stored products insects, it does not specifically for weevils.
Nyguard IGR is labeled for various species of weevils and can be tank mixed with Suspend SC Insecticide to treat along cracks and crevices in cupboards, cabinets, storage areas, along baseboards, etc.
While Temprid FX provides two modes of action using 2 different active ingredients to offer a faster kill along with leaving behind a non repellent residual for listed insects, this is not considered a contact kill insecticide.
Per the product label, Temprid FX is mixed at 8ml to 16ml per gallon of water.
Insect Growth Regulators like Gentrol IGR are recommended to be tank mixed with residual insecticides for treating specific insects since IGR’s by themselves will not kill insects and will only work to stop the growth cycle of juvenile insects and inhibit the reproduction cycle of adults.
Gentrol IGR Concentrate is for indoor use only and mixed at 1fl oz per gallon of water. View the product label for more information.
Yes, Gentrol IGR Concentrate can be mixed with Temprid FX. Gentrol does have a dried residual of 14-120 days depending on the insect you are treating for. Be sure to read the product label to see how often you should retreat for the pest you are targeting.
Yes, you can mix Demand CS with Gentrol. We do offer Bedbug Kits that will offer a complete application for this pest. Please take a few moments to review our article/videos on How to Get Rid of Bedbugs for a successful treatment.
