Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate contains cypermethrin as the active ingredient, which is a powerful pyrethroid. This active ingredient will kill the ants that you spray directly with it, as well as ants that contact the treated area after it's dry. Viper will NOT work slowly enough to be carried throughout an ant colony; it attacks the central nervous system of the insects and works relatively quickly. For a non-repellent (slow-kill) application for ants, we would recommend Arilon Insecticide (for use both inside and outside), or Taurus SC (outdoors only).
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is safe from rainfall or irrigation 24 hours after application.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is not a contact kill insecticide, but rather a residual product. It can take a few days to start seeing results after an application of Martins and it will continue to work for about 30 days.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate will have a shelf life of typically 3-5 years if stored properly in a temperature-stable environment and out of direct sunlight.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is designed more for outside surfaces and around buildings. Talstar P would be a better treatment indoors. We do not recommend that you mix the Martins Viper with the Talstar P as there would be nothing to gain by mixing these products together. Making a pesticide too strong can actually backfire. Areas that are treated with this overly concentrated spray will be repellent and insects will simply avoid the treated areas prolonging the infestation.
As the insects crawl over the surfaces where Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate has been applied, they will pick it up on their bodies and it will slowly absorb into their system. Insects which groom themselves may also ingest some of it.
Unfortunately the Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for lubber grasshoppers. A better option would be to use Bifen Granules in your lawn. This will last 2-3 months in the lawn around your home. You will need to waterin to activate the product.
Yes, Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate can be used for spiders. For more tips on treating this pest, please take a look at our Spider Control Guide.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for bedbug treatments. We recommend that you treat with one of our Bedbug Kits. Please find detailed information on treating for this insect in our How to Get Rid of Bedbugs Article.
Martins Viper Insecticide can be mixed with an IGR such as Gentrol IGR. Per gallon of water, mix in an ounce of Gentrol IGR and 1/2 - 1 ounce of Martins Viper.
You will take the cap off the small measuring reservoir side of Martins Viper Insecticide and gently squeeze the bottle. The product will go up the small tube on the side and fill the reservoir.
Martins Viper Insecticide should be mixed with water when applying it. When mixing a fertilizer like Miracle Gro, we would recommend contacting the manufacturer directly.
Yes, Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is harmful to aquatic life and should not be used on or around boat docks, boats, or bodies of water.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is not labeled for bed bugs. We normally recommend that you use one of our Bed Bug Control Kits to ensure that you have all of the necessary products for a complete treatment. Which kit you choose depends on the number of rooms that need to be treated. You may also want to look over our Bed Bug Treatment Guide for more information on how to treat for this pest.
Yes, you can use Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate as a perimeter spray around the foundation for general pest control. It should last 30-60 days, depending on weather and pest pressure.
No, there is no need to use distilled water when using Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate. Regular tap water will work just fine.
It is recommended to wear goggles, face shield or safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves, long sleeves and pants when applying Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate is labeled for use on various insects, including but not limited to earwigs, beetles, carpenter ants, etc. It is highly toxic to bees. We recommend that you take a few moments to review our article on How to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees for a successful program. We offer a great Carpenter Bee Control Kit that will treat the landing surfaces and holes containing the larvae.
Martins Viper Insecticide Concentrate should not be applied to misting systems. One 1/2 gallon of Vector-Ban Plus makes 55 gallons when mixed with water as the label directs. Can be used in mosquito misting systems. Please refer to our treatment articles on How to Get Rid of Spiders, How to Get Rid of Wasps and How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes for a successful program around the home.
We would not recommend using Viper Insecticide Concentrate in a personal car. You can use it, according to the product label, in modes of transport such as vessels, railcars, trucks, trailers, and aircraft (cargo areas only). Please let us know if you need another recommendation and, if so, what pest you are treating.
