Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer should not damaged ornamentals such as your hydrangeas when applied as directed on the label.
Surrender Fire Ant Killer is labeled for Outdoors and should not be used inside at all.. We would recommend cleaning up product used in home and removing with mild soap and contacting the manufacturer directly for further advice on removal.
Unfortunately there is no way to neutralize the smell of Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer. It should only last a couple days outdoors. We would advise storing it somewhere you do not often visit. You can try Earth Care Odor Remover Bag but overall anything with Acephate is going to have this strong potent smell
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is not labeled for fleas or pets. Here is a link for products that are labeled for fleas on dogs.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is only labeled for fire ants.
Tempo 1% Dust has been proven to be the most effective dust in treating yellow jackets.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is very toxic to birds/poultry. Never place anywhere it can be accessed by birds/poultry. This product is for outdoor use only.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is highly toxic to birds and is also highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment on blooming crops or weeds, according to the product label. Although not specified by the manufacturer, lizards could potentially be adversely effected by this product as well.
You may wish to contact Control Solutions directly for clarification and product support by either calling 1-800-242-5562, or via their website's contact page here.
We would suggest contacting your Vet for immediate assistance if your dogs are showing signs of toxic poisoning after consuming dirt treated with Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer.
Have the product label and SDS Sheet on hand for important information regarding the product.
We have never heard that dogs or other animals are attracted to the smell of Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is only labeled for Imported Fire Ants and Harvester Ants. It is not labeled to control any other insects and should not be used in such applications off the Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer product label.
Talstar XTRA Granules would be a better option for a broad range of insects such as sod webworms, armyworms, mole crickets, fire & carpenter ants, fleas, ticks, in lawns, landscape beds, perimeter band treatments, etc.
Please view our Sod Webworm Treatment Guide for more information.
Since Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is only labeled for direct mound treatments of fire ants and not a liquid concentrate or granule insecticide that is mixed with water or required to be watered in, there should be no concern applying to properties with a well. We do recommend keeping 5ft away from the well opening as a precaution.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer can be used in flower beds once a year for mound treatments. Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait that is labeled for mound and a broadcast application and is applied on a dry day when you are not expecting any rainfall for atleast 24 hours.
We are not medical professionals and we are not qualified to give medical advice. Please contact your veterinarian and show them the Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer SDS here.
The Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer should not be applied with any type of duster. It is meant to be sprinkled dry over the ant mounds. Evenly distribute 1-2 teaspoons over each mound.
No, Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer should not be used around chickens. Per the manufacturer it is highly toxic to all birds and should only be used in areas that are not accessible to chickens at all.
Martin's Surrender Fire Ant Killer is not considered a bait since it does not include specific food attractants. The ants contact this product and ingest the active ingredient when they groom. So while this does not cause traditional transfer like other baits, you will still see fast results that usually result in colony collapse.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is safe to use if the Guineas Fowl , chickens or other birds are not in the area and cannot access the mounds at all. They can return to the area once rain has washed the area. For areas where animals actually graze on the grass we recommended Extinguish Plus Fire Ant Bait since Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is not labeled to be used around cattle, horses, or anywhere animals will be grazing.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer begins killing ants within minutes of application, and ant colonies will start to die off in under 48 hours. How long exactly it takes depends on the size of the colony though.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer contains acephate, which is an organophosphate insecticide. When insects ingest it, their bodies turn the acephate into another stronger insecticide chemical called methamidophos, both of which affect the nervous system, causing over-activity in the nerves, muscles, or brain.
Martins Surrender Fire Ant Killer is not labeled for roaches. Please take a moment to review our Roach Control Treatment Guide for the best treatment options.